Masters Degrees in Animal Nutrition

We have 13 Masters Degrees in Animal Nutrition

Masters degrees in Animal Nutrition focus on the dietary needs of animals, emphasizing the best practices for maintaining their health and well-being. These courses often have a vocational component, linking animal nutrition to industrial agricultural processes.

Admission typically requires an undergraduate degree in a relevant biological science. Other related postgraduate specialisations include Animal Health, Animal Welfare, and Animal Physiology.

Why Study a Masters in Animal Nutrition?

A Masters in Animal Nutrition merges scientific knowledge with business acumen, preparing you for a rewarding career in the agricultural sector. You'll gain insights into how animals absorb and digest nutrients, exploring the chemistry behind animal feed and learning how to enhance production efficiency.

In addition to the scientific foundations, these programmes often cover the economics, legal frameworks, and technological advancements in animal nutrition. You will develop a comprehensive understanding of the international animal feed industry, focusing on its processes and emerging trends.

Postgraduate career opportunities in this field are closely tied to the agricultural sector. You could pursue roles in animal production or the animal feed industries, providing expert consultancy services. Alternatively, you may choose to apply your expertise in the pet-food sector, contributing to the formulation of high-quality pet nutrition.

Masters courses

Animal Nutrition - MSc/PgDip/PgCert/CPD (Online)

University of Glasgow |
College of Medical, Veterinary & Life Sciences

This programme provides students with the knowledge and understanding of the principles and practice of animal nutrition in production and companion animals. View course

Online Part time

Animal Science - MRes

Aberystwyth University |
Department of Life Sciences (DLS)

MRes Animal Science provides you with the ideal opportunity to carry out research in a specific area of animal science while studying a selection of… View course

On campus Full time Scholarships available

Animal Sciences MSc

Wageningen University & Research |
Life Sciences

Want to make your contribution to worldwide sustainable and responsible animal husbandry? Then the master's Animal Sciences is for you! The… View course

On campus Full time

Animal Science - MSc

Aberystwyth University |
Department of Life Sciences (DLS)

The MSc in Animal Science at Aberystwyth University provides you with high quality research-led postgraduate teaching and education. View course

On campus Full time Scholarships available

MSc Animal Nutrition (Distance Learning)

SRUC - Scotland’s Rural College |
SRUC Postgraduate Studies

This distance learning course is ideal for anyone who wants to increase their knowledge and skills in commercial animal or veterinary nutrition, or to further academic studies. View course

Online Part time

MSc Animal Science (Online)

University College Dublin |
UCD School of Agriculture and Food Science

The MSc in Animal Science is suitable for students who wish to undertake advanced studies in pursuit of a career in the livestock sector. View course

Online Part time Full time Scholarships available

Animal Behaviour and Welfare (MSc)

Queen’s University Belfast |
School of Biological Sciences

Designed for students aiming to work in research, education, and industry in the life sciences sector. View course

On campus Full time

Animal Behaviour and Welfare MRes

University College Cork |
College of Science, Engineering and Food Science

Our Master of Research (MRes) degree in Animal Behaviour and Welfare is for highly motivated, enthusiastic students interested in research in this area. View course

On campus Full time

MSc Equine Performance Science

Anglia Ruskin University ARU |
Faculty of Science and Engineering

Take your equine knowledge, academic skills and research practice to the next level with our MSc Equine Performance Science at ARU Writtle. View course

On campus Full time Scholarships available

Wildlife Health and Conservation MSc

University of Liverpool |
Department of Life Sciences

Offered in partnership with Chester Zoo, this MSc empowers you to tackle the world’s most pressing biodiversity challenges. View course

On campus Part time Full time Scholarships available

Global Food Security and Nutrition (Online Learning) MSc, PgDip, PgCert, PgProfDev

University of Edinburgh |
Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies

Food security is concerned with the availability, access, and utilisation of safe, nutritious and sustainable food to all, especially vulnerable groups, within society. View course

Online Part time

GradCert Dairy Herd Health

University College Dublin |
UCD School of Veterinary Medicine

This course draws on the experience gained by the UCD Dairy Herd Health Group in investigating many herd problems throughout Ireland. View course

Online On campus Part time Scholarships available

MSc Food Regulatory Affairs (VPH)

University College Dublin |
UCD School of Veterinary Medicine

MSc Food Regulatory Affairs (Veterinary Public Health VPH) covers the regulation of the entire food chain from “farm to fork”. View course

On campus Part time Scholarships available

Masters Degrees in Animal Nutrition

We have 13 Masters Degrees in Animal Nutrition

Why Study a Masters in Animal Nutrition?