About Animal Sciences in The Ohio State University

The Department of Animal Sciences at The Ohio State University focuses on advancing animal sciences for the betterment of animals and humans through:

• Research
• Teaching
• Outreach endeavors

It is the leading provider of animal science education and outreach in the state of Ohio. A strategic alliances was formed with:

• The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine
• The Department of Human Nutrition in the College of Education and Human Ecology,
• The Animal Welfare Science Centre in Australia
• Other universities and institutions both in the United States and abroad

The department is consistently collaborating with other academic, industry, and government professionals and scientists across the world. Our faculty conduct cutting-edge research that has widespread implications for both traditional and emerging agriculture, along with animal and human health. Areas of our research focus include:

• Nutrition and microbiology
• Breeding, genetics, and reproduction
• Growth, development, and meat science
• Mammary biology and milk quality
• Animal behavior and health/well-being
• Waste management and biofuels

The department's species foci include

• Cattle (beef and dairy)
• Horses
• Poultry
• Sheep
• Swine
• Companion animals (teaching and outreach)

Academic qualification equivalents

• Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree 

English language requirements 

• IELTS : 7.0
• TOEFL IBT: 79

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