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Animal and Food Sciences
The Animal and Food Sciences major applies the principles of biology, chemistry, and biochemistry to animal agriculture and food systems. The program encompasses a wide range of instruction including animal nutrition; animal health and molecular biology; food science and its interactions with animal agriculture, physiology, genetics and reproduction; and dairy, livestock and poultry management. Depending on a student's interests, he or she may choose electives that direct their studies toward production systems; food safety; molecular biology and genetics; and equine and companion animals.
The global employment outlook is increasingly
good for Animal and Food Sciences majors. A degree in this area prepares students
for entry-level technical, research, sales, and marketing positions in
chemical, health and agriculturally related industries. Government
agencies, zoos, aquariums, and veterinary practices also offer employment
opportunities for students with the right background. Approximately 35% of
Animal and Food Sciences graduates pursue advanced degrees in veterinary medicine,
human medicine, and other sciences. Whatever your goal, we encourage you
to participate in job search workshops and career days, develop your
communication skills, do internships and learn to network with employers.
For more information on any of the College of
Agriculture and Natural Resources majors, contact the Office of Academic
Programs at 831-2508 or stop by 104 Townsend Hall.
Sample Job Titles
| Bachelor's Degree/Entry Level |
Further Education/Experience
Often
Required |
| *animal technician |
*animal physiologist |
| *pharmaceutical research technician |
*veterinarian |
| *poultry field service representative |
*pharmacologist |
| *veterinary laboratory technician |
*zoologist |
| *environmental technologist |
*veterinary
pathologist |
| *research laboratory technician |
*public health professional |
| |
*educator |
Check the Dictionary of Occupational Titles under section 040 for additional
related careers.
Enhancing Employability
- Participate in Internships,
Field Experience Placements and Alumni Mentor Network .
- Sample UD Field Experiences: New Bolton Center, University of Pennsylvania;Miner
Agricultural Research Institute, Chazy, New York; Practical Veterinary Experience
Some Employers of Animal & Food Sciences Majors
*pharmaceutical companies
*animal feed companies
*animal shelters
*state/federal government
*colleges/universities
*laboratories
*environmental agencies
*nature centers
*zoos and aquariums
*farms
*state/national parks
Other Sources of Information
Agricultural Labour Pool
www.agri-labourpool.com
American Association for Laboratory Animal Science
www.aalas.org
American Institute of Biological Sciences
www.aibs.org
American Society of Animal Science
www.asas.org
American Veterinary Medical Association
www.avma.org
Animal Science Information Community
www.cabi.org/animalscience
Association of Zoos & Aquariums
www.aza.org
Environmental Career Opportunities
www.ecojobs.com
Farms.com
www.farms.com
Humane Society of the United States
www.hsus.org
Institute of Food Technologists
www.ift.org
International Association for Food Protection
www.foodprotection.org
Journal of Animal Science
http://jas.fass.org
The Riley Guide
www.rileyguide.com
Resources for Finding Employment
Found at the Career Services Center's Career Library (first floor):
- Blue Hen Careers -- Internships, Part-time, Summer, and Full-time Jobs -- All in one place
- Careers in Focus - Agriculture (CSE 69)
- Occupational Guidance for Agriculture (CSE
72)
- Careers for Environmental Types and Others
Who Respect the Earth (CSE 449)
- The Eco Guide to Careers that Make a Difference
(CSE 450)
- Career Opportunities in Science (CSE 455)
- Opportunities in Biological Science Careers
(CSE 465)
- Careers in Focus - Animal Care (CSE 470)
- Opportunities in Animal and Pet Care Careers
(CSE 471)
- Careers for Animal Lovers & Other Zoological
Types (CSE 473)
- Outdoor Careers (CSE 485)
- Occupational Outlook Handbook (GE 5)
- Graduate Programs in the Biological Sciences
(GS 25)
- Graduate Programs in the Physical Sciences,
Mathematics, Agricultural Sciences, the Environment & Natural Resources
(GS 30)
- www.udel.edu/CSC/netresources.html
CSC's Internet Resources
Further information including: Skills to Develop, Strategies
for Contacting Employers, Graduate School Information and where to get assistance
is available in the CAREER LIBRARY located at 401 Academy Street.
Last updated: December 15, 2011 (CH) |
