Extend your knowledge in the animal sciences and become a leader in your field with CSU's Master of Animal Science. Available for full-time or part-time study, this degree broadens your professional practice in the animal industries, providing excellent preparation for senior roles and leadership positions. CSU's Master of Animal Science will put you at the forefront of your field through advanced training in the major disciplines underpinning the animal sciences. Course highlights The Master of Animal Science is designed to meet the educational needs of professionals working in contemporary animal industries. You will acquire advanced analytical and problem-solving skills and conceptual insights in a flexible and interactive learning environment. The course includes a research or farm consultancy project. Focused studies This versatile course lets you tailor your studies to your area of professional expertise. Choose from streams in animal health and production, equine science or farm consultancy. Skills for industry You will develop high-level research skills through an individual project relevant to industry. This course also develops your knowledge of data analysis and interpretation, and enhances your skills in the presentation of material to academia, commercial organisations and farming communities. Outstanding facilities If you are studying on campus in Wagga Wagga, you'll have access to some of the best facilities of their kind in the world, including CSU's National Life Sciences Hub (NaLSH), veterinary diagnostic laboratory and livestock enterprises. If you're studying online, you'll experience hands-on learning in these facilities during residential schools. Learn from the best in the business The School of Animal and Veterinary Sciences is a leading provider of education in animal, equine and veterinary sciences. You will learn from academics with a broad range of expertise and strong industry experience and knowledge. Exit points If you decide on a shorter study program than the Master of Animal Science (three sessions full-time), you can exit with the Graduate Certificate in Animal Science (one session full-time) or the Graduate Diploma of Animal Science (two sessions full-time). Career opportunities The Master of Animal Science will prepare you for senior roles in industries allied to animal and human health, animal production, equine industries, wild and captive animal management, research, teaching, commerce and resource management. You could pursue employment in research laboratories, biomedical institutes, universities, agribusiness, international organisations or government agencies.