BSc Honours Livestock Improvement and Genetic Conservation
- Entry level
- A-Level entry
- Field of study
- Agriculture & Food Systems
- Duration
- 4 years
- Institution
- University of Zimbabwe
Entry requirements
This is a degree. It is entered after A-Level, so O-Level results alone are not enough.
As the institution publishes it
At least 2 'A' Level passes in Biology and one subject from Mathematics, Geography, Chemistry, Physics and Agriculture/Crop Science/Animal Science; OR a Diploma in Agriculture from a recognised agricultural college.
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About this programme
Concentrates on the genetic side of livestock: how breeds differ, how selection and crossbreeding improve performance, and how to conserve valuable indigenous breeds and genetic resources. Includes reproductive technologies such as artificial insemination and the quantitative methods used in breeding programmes. Relevant to Zimbabwe's smallholder and commercial livestock sectors alike.
What you will study
Animal breeding and quantitative genetics; reproductive physiology and biotechnologies; indigenous breeds and genetic resource conservation; livestock production systems; biostatistics; breeding programme design.
Further study and pathways
MSc or PhD in animal breeding and genetics; breed societies, AI services, research stations and conservation programmes.
Source: University of Zimbabwe: UZ_Undergraduate_Programme_Catalogue.xlsx, sheet "Programmes"
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