Welcome to College of Animal Science

We are pleased that you have taken the time to visit us online and hope that you find the information you are seeking. The College of Animal Science at Shanxi Agricultural University offers both undergraduate and graduate programs and conducts excellent fundamental and applied research that benefits many segments of society.

At the College of Animal Science, we apply land-grant principles of learning, discovery and engagement for the benefit of students, consumers and clientele associated with animal agriculture. Our students are trained to succeed after graduation thanks in large part to our scholarly, diverse, and highly sought-after faculty. The research being conducted is relevant to our local community, country-wide constituents, and national animal industry. The mission of the College is to facilitate the long-term viability of animal agriculture by conducting focused, comprehensive and integrated research, teaching and extension programs.

Faculty

Currently, there are 200 faculty members, including 22 professors, 17 associate professors, 16 lecturers and 67 researchers. Among them, there are 14 Ph. D advisors and 47 Master advisors.

Research

The faculty members in the College of Animal Science are well recognized leaders in their respective fields of study. Productive research by our faculty members, as well as our graduate and undergraduate students, is advancing the knowledge-base for disciplines such as Animal Breeding, Animal Genetic, Livestock Production, Animal Nutrition and Reproductive Biology. Our research programs are committed to advancing the science of the animal industry and other closely associated fields.

Teaching

College of Animal Science is home to 973 students. We offer two undergraduate majors, five masters programs, as well as four Ph.D. graduate programs in our priority areas of research. It is a priority to provide students with hands-on learning opportunities, which is why we promote lab-based learning. In addition, we offer a number of scholarships to its students, making it affordable for students to receive a high-quality education.

Our Goals

Fulfill the educational needs for all students by educating them on issues facing in husbandry industry and provide them with the tools to make informed decisions for their future and the future of animal agriculture.

Provide unbiased, research-based information to the nation’s livestock industries and consumers of animal products.

Be aware of the ever-changing demands of animal agriculture and be a pro-active College in facilitating changes to meet those demands.