Overview

The programme provides an in-depth knowledge of animal science and production, with a focus on animal welfare, health and biosecurity, in an overarching framework of sustainability principles in land, systems and community.

How you’ll grow

Understand the biological, physiological, and biochemical processes that underpin animal form and function.
Describe key scientific principles of breeding and genetics, nutrition, growth, reproduction, lactation and welfare for animals.
Outline current scientific and public debates in animal ownership, management and livestock production, including sustainability, the ethical use of animals and their welfare.
Describe major diseases that impact animal health and welfare.

Understand management methods for biosecurity and the control of pest species, as well as their impact on the environment, biodiversity and livestock production.

Career opportunities

The Bachelor of Science (majoring in Animal Science) at Lincoln University Canterbury will prepare you for a wide range of technical, advocacy and management roles across the animal science, management and livestock production industries. Potential positions include animal breeding specialist, conservation officer, biosecurity officer, animal production specialist, animal welfare officer and animal science researcher.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Biological Sciences

Chemistry

Animal Science

Ecology and Conservation

Biochemistry

Biometrics

Animal Nutrition, Biochemistry and Metabolism
Animal Physiology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-11-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-10-27 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-02-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

60

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Christchurch, New Zealand

Disciplines

Animal Science View 9 other Bachelors in Animal Science in New Zealand

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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60

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Other requirements

General requirements

University Entrance through NCEA or an approved, equivalent qualification.
English proficiency

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Tuition Fees

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Applies to you

Non-residents

37000 NZD / year

≈ 37000 NZD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

7626 NZD / year

≈ 7626 NZD / year

Living costs

Christchurch

New Zealand

1300 - 2000 NZD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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