Our four-year program leads to the BS degree of the University of Vermont. This entails a strong science background in chemistry, physics and biology, combined with courses in animal sciences, humanities and social sciences. To enhance competitiveness for veterinary school entry, we help the student develop programs providing animal and veterinary skills and experience. This concentration covers a comprehensive curriculum, emphasizing the scientific and technical aspects of the equine industry.
Students study equine health, physiology, nutrition, business and training.
Practical experience is strongly emphasized. Both the technical and management skills needed for careers in the dairy industry are the focus of this option. Students are not only trained in nutrition, reproduction, genetics and physiology, but also in forage crops, soils, business and management. Alternative management approaches and decision-making skills are strongly emphasized. These curricula are developed specifically for the student who wishes to follow a program of study in animal science outside the above options.