A Master's program in Animal Nutrition focuses on the dietary needs and feeding practices for various animal species, enhancing their health, growth, and production efficiency. Here’s a summary of the program's key components:
2 years
- Core Areas of Study:
Nutritional Biochemistry: Understanding the chemical processes and metabolic pathways related to nutrients in animals.
Feed Formulation: Designing balanced diets for different species, considering energy, protein, vitamins, and minerals. - Digestive Physiology: Study of how animals digest and metabolize nutrients, including differences between species (e.g., ruminants vs. non-ruminants).
- Feed Technology: Examination of feed processing methods and their impact on nutrient availability and animal performance.
- Nutritional Requirements: Assessment of the dietary needs of animals at various life stages, including growth, reproduction, and lactation.