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Course options
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Qualification
MSc - Master of Science
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Location
Penglais Campus CN
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
29-SEP-25
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Duration
1 Year
Course summary
The Masters Degree in Livestock Science offers biological, scientific and professional training that will provide you with the knowledge and skills required to pursue leading careers in the livestock industries, in scientific research, in consultancy services, and in education. Livestock Science remains central to meeting the challenge of food security. Satisfying the demands of food quality and quantity can only be met by the development and implementation of innovative concepts and ideas by suitably well-qualified postgraduates, who will also then drive forward these exciting developments in livestock science and production.
Careers
Our graduates often progress to careers in:
Scientific research
Scientific publishing
Laboratory work
Animal Nutrition
Animal Welfare
Teaching
Animal breeding
Technical Sales
Many of our previous graduates have also progressed to PhDs or Veterinary Medicine.
Modules
Tuition fees
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£ 19,290per year
Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.
University information

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University League Table
45th
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Campus address
Aberystwyth University, Penglais, Aberystwyth, Wales, SY23 3FL, Wales
Subject rankings
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Subject ranking
9th out of 17 4
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Entry standards
/ Max 152125 82%10th
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10059.0 59%7th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 53.17 79%4th
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