
MS degree in Animal Genetics, Breeding and Reproduction offers students the opportunity to investigate livestock populations on either phenotypic or molecular level. It combines different level of genetics, breeding and reproductive biotechnology fields with genetic improvement of livestock to improve the efficiency of production in farm animals. This program focuses mainly on the genetic diversity and evaluation of large and small stock, with an emphasis on traits and sustainable farming. The study program imparts the most current scientific knowledge in molecular biology, models and algorithms in bioinformatics, genome analysis- methodology, functional genomics, animal breeding plans, theory and application of breeding management and it conveys methodological skills to teach students to work scientifically and systematically. The B. Sc. in Animal Husbandry (Honours) or an equivalent degree will be required for entrance to this program for applicants. Total Minimum Credit Requirement to Complete the Program is 40 Credits. The Maximum Academic Years of Completion is 2.5 Years (3+2=5 Consecutive semester). Minimum CGPA Requirements for Graduation is 2.50. Total Class Weeks in a Term is 14. The proper authority periodically sets or modifies additional terms and conditions.