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M.V.Sc.
in Animal Nutrition is a 2 years full time graduate course which is divided into
4 semesters. The objective is to provide students opportunities to learn about
nutrients in animals and other biological sciences, the application of
nutritional sciences to health, the digestive process, and welfare of companion
pet animals.
This
course also focuses on the application of biological and chemical principles
and management of animals and production of animal products. This gives
instructions in nutrition sciences, biochemistry, animal sciences, food science
and technology, hatchery design and related aspects of animal safety and
health.
Overview
Master of Veterinary
Science in Animal Nutrition course curriculum with animal nutrition students
learn a firm background in the biological and natural sciences. This course is
essential for understanding the principles of animal nutrition. Students can
understand animal nutrition and learn entire scope of animal science. This
study also permits students to focus on related disciplines as biology,
physiology, genetic engineering, animal behaviour, growth and production, and
companion animals.
Some
of the modules which are essential in this course are:
·
Fundamentals
of nutrition
·
Ruminant
nutrition
·
Agri
business
·
Molecular
nutrition
·
Zoo
animal nutrition
·
Non-ruminant
nutrition
·
Case
studies
In
Dissertation, students should carry out a primary project in an area related to
animal nutrition supervised by some nutrition specialist. Case studies should
involve dietary evaluations, including formulations on commercial premises,
livestock species, and companion animals. They should document the experimental
design, data analysis and interpretation, research techniques in animal
nutrition, and presenting scientific data.
Eligibility
Candidates
who have completed Bachelor of Veterinary Science in any stream of science such
as animal nutrition, physiology, anatomy, biochemistry, bacteriology, genetics,
microbiology, animal breeding, virology etc. with minimum of 55% marks or 6.0
CGPA in 10 point scale can apply for this course.
Admission
Process
Students are selected for admission on the basis of marks obtained in the common entrance exams conducted by the veterinary council. Some of the common exams are:
·
Indian
veterinary research institute entrance exam
·
College
of veterinary science and animal husbandry entrance exam
·
All
India pre veterinary tests
·
Tamil
Nadu veterinary and animal science university exam
Students
should attend and clear this exam with maximum cut off marks. Based on this
entrance exam marks and their degree marks, students are admitted to this
course.
Career Prospects
Graduates of animal
nutrition work in technical sales/marketing in an animal feed production
industries within the commercial sector. Most of these professionals can work
in a various roles, from advisory positions to product development through
marketing and sales jobs.
Some
of the major areas these graduates work in:
·
Animal
and pet food manufacturers
·
Agricultural
advisory bodies
·
International
development agencies
·
Government
departments
·
Educational
and research institutions
·
Universities
In
government sectors, graduates work with regulations governing agricultural
industry, or work directly in research. Colleges and other educational
organizations employ persons with advanced training as laboratory scientists,
researchers, teachers, and extension specialists. These graduates also work in
professional teaching positions, area livestock specialists, and agricultural
agents.
Major
Job positions
Animal dietician
Animal dieticians view the diet and
nutrition of animals. They closely diagnose the impact of different foods and
examine the gastrointestinal tracts of animals. Some dieticians work as
government agencies, and veterinary officers. They also responsible to take
care of animals and pets in research laboratories or zoos.
Animal nutritionist
Animal nutritionists
are responsible for increasing and promoting the effect of diet on the health,
and productivity of animals. They evaluate the nutritional feeds, grass, feed
supplements, and forage for animals and pets. They also investigate nutritional
disorders and the safe storage of feeds often in conjunction with veterinary
surgeons.
Veterinary
technician
Veterinary
technicians assist other technicians to take care of animals. They may evaluate
animal’s condition, check vital statistics, clean and wrap wounds, collect
samples and medicines for
animals. They also work in labs by doing blood tests, urine analysis, as well
as teeth cleaning. They also communicate with pet owners and update animal’s
files.
Dairy consultant
Dairy consultants
provide farmers with strategies that could them to increase and improve dairy
production. Consultants make reports that show the current product yield and
how nutritional changes can potentially improve their numbers. Most of the
consultants take an approach by examining multiple factors such as how well
animals are fed and types of food they consume.
Veterinarian
Veterinarians promote
health of animals by advising animal owners about feeding, sanitation measures,
and general care. They determine nature of diseases by examining pets and
animals. They also restore health by treating animals medically. They document
actions by completing reports, forms, animal records, and reporting diseases to
public health officials.