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M.Sc. studies in Animal Science

Students wishing to enroll in a Masters degree can choose either the traditional M.Sc. (thesis) or our M.Sc. Applied (non-thesis) program.

M.Sc. (Research)

Six (6) credits of coursework at the 500 level or higher approved by the student's advisory committee, and three seminar courses are required, as a minimum, although a student may be advised to take additional courses as specified by his or her advisory committee.聽 The M.Sc. (Thesis) typically takes two years to complete.

A minimum of 45 credits is required for the M.Sc. degree, of which 9 credits are for course work (see above) and 36 credits for the thesis (ANSC-680, 681, 682, 683). An acceptable thesis must be completed based on the candidate's own research. Exceptional M.Sc. students may be considered for Ph.D. status after one full year in the Department.

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Animal Science (Thesis) (M.Sc.) (45 credits)

Offered by: Animal Science (Faculty of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences)
Degree: Master of Science
Program credit weight: 45

Program Description

The MSc in Animal Science is a 45-credit, research, thesis- based program. Research can be in any relevant area of animal science under the supervision of an appropriate departmental academic staff member. The program provides a solid background in an area of animal science, critical thinking, leadership and science communication.

The program typically takes 2 years to complete.

Note: For information about Fall 2025 and Winter 2026 course offerings, please check back on May 8, 2025. Until then, the "Terms offered" field will appear blank for most courses while the class schedule is being finalized.

Thesis Courses (36 credits)

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Course Title Credits
ANSC 680M.Sc. Thesis 1.9

M.Sc. Thesis 1.

Terms offered: Fall 2025, Winter 2026

Independent research under the direction of a supervisor toward completion of M.Sc. thesis.

ANSC 681M.Sc. Thesis 2.9

M.Sc. Thesis 2.

Terms offered: Fall 2025, Winter 2026

Independent research under the direction of a supervisor toward completion of M.Sc. thesis.

ANSC 682M.Sc. Thesis 3.9

M.Sc. Thesis 3.

Terms offered: Fall 2025, Winter 2026

Independent research under the direction of a supervisor toward completion of M.Sc. thesis.

ANSC 683M.Sc. Thesis 4.9

M.Sc. Thesis 4.

Terms offered: Fall 2025, Winter 2026

Final submission and approval of M.Sc. thesis.

Required Courses (9 credits)

6 credits of coursework at the 500 level or higher approved by the student's advisory committee, and three 1-credit seminars.

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Course Title Credits
ANSC 695MSc General Topic Seminar.1

MSc General Topic Seminar.

Terms offered: Fall 2025, Winter 2026

One of three seminars given by all students in the Animal Science M.Sc. (Thesis) program. Presentation of a scientific topic other than the student's specific area of research. In consultation with the thesis supervisor

ANSC 696MSc Research Proposal Seminar.1

MSc Research Proposal Seminar.

Terms offered: Fall 2025, Winter 2026

One of three seminars given by all students in the Animal Science M.Sc. (Thesis) program. Consists of a literature review and an experimental approach for the student's proposed area of research.

ANSC 697MSc Research Results Seminar.1

MSc Research Results Seminar.

Terms offered: Fall 2025, Winter 2026

One of three seminars given by all students in the Animal Science M.Sc. (Thesis) program. Consists of the student's summary of research and presentation of results. Should be presented before submission of thesis.

Depending on the needs and competencies of the student, additional coursework may be assigned by the supervisory committee.

M.Sc. (Applied) in Animal Science

This non-thesis degree is oriented to undergraduate students inspired by concepts in sustainable and integrated animal agriculture, to animal scientists already working in industry or government, to project leaders interested in animal resource management and to veterinarians. The program provides graduate training in applied areas of animal production with a view towards integrating technology and management in animal production with allied areas of agricultural resource utilization.

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