Animal Bioscience is the study of animal metabolism, genetics, physiology, nutrition, behaviour, care, health, and the social and environmental impact of animals. This degree has less emphasis on the feed industry and agribusiness than the B.S.A. Animal Science while still providing students with the opportunity to learn about issues and handling of farm animals as well as domestic animals. The Bachelor of Science in Animal Bioscience [B.Sc.(An.Biosc.)] provides students with a broad background in domestic animal biology (animal metabolism, genetics, physiology, nutrition, behavior, care, social and environmental impact) and prepares them to work in fields outside of traditional animal agriculture including biomedical sciences, companion, equine and research animal care, animal health and environmental sciences. This program meets the pre-veterinary medicine requirements. The program focuses on experiential learning including the opportunity for direct involvement with a wide variety of domestic animals and the development of relevant laboratory skills and decision making and problem solving skills. Students gain the ability to work in unstructured environments and learn to review, synthesize, and communicate information.

Graduates will choose from a diverse set of career choices in government, non-government organizations and the private sector including: Animal pharmaceutical sales and clinical trial testing Environmental impact assessment of wild and domestic animal interactions Laboratory testing and development of DNA tests for animal traits related to health and performance Animal welfare positions within and outside government, such as the SPCA, cities and rural municipalities Product development and sales for the growing pet care industry Research animal care and management