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Syllabus

HV0214 Animal Science – a scientific approach, 15.0 Credits

Husdjursvetenskap – vetenskapligt perspektiv

Subjects

Animal Science

Education cycle

Master’s level

Advanced study in the main field

A1N

Grading scale

Language

English

Prior knowledge

Knowledge equivalent to

150 credits

60 credits biology or 60 credits animal science or 60 credits equine science or 60 credits veterinary nursing or 60 credits veterinary medicine

English 6

or

150 credits

60 credits agricultural sciences

30 credits animal science/zoology

English 6

Objectives

The course intends to provide general knowledge of theory within animal science and the methods that are used within the research domain. The course also intends to give the students the opportunity to reflect on scientific theory in relation to sustainability aspects and ethical challenges.

On completion of the course, the student should be able to

• search, compile, evaluate and critically interpret relevant information and literature,
• discuss and reflect on scientific methods used to address questions in animal science within given frameworks,
• critically discuss ethical issues and sustainability challenges within animal science in groups with other students,
• describe different quantitative and qualitative scientific methods and discuss their advantages, disadvantages and application in relation to different scientific questions,
• provide an overview of common Swedish animal husbandry systems,
• identify and discuss challenges in animal production from various perspectives,
• write and orally present a project plan and critically review, discuss, as well as give constructive criticism of another student’s product.

Content

Content:
The course contains a broad introduction to university studies at advanced level and the ability to search, compile and critically interpret scientific literature are trained in several parts in the course.

The course gives an introduction to animal science and the breadth of the subjects, and students become acquainted with many different researchers and their projects. The course focuses on animals that humans keep in various ways. Challenges within different types of production systems are discussed from various perspectives of animal science. Scientific rigor, sustainability, and ethical considerations are important components of the course.

The course also includes elements to familiarize students with the university and its structures, such as library resources. The course also includes activities that create a sense of security and a good learning environment.

Implementation:
The course utilizes various teaching methods to promote student learning and discussions through lectures, scientific seminars, exercises, and project work. Searching, compiling, and critically reviewing literature are practiced in several parts of the course.

The course focuses on the following general competencies:
Information literacy, critical thinking, scientific methods, collaboration, oral and written communication.

The following elements are mandatory:
Scientific seminars, certain exercises, and project work.

Grading form

The grade requirements within the course grading system are set out in specific criteria. These criteria must be available by the course start at the latest.

Formats and requirements for examination

Passed written and oral examination. Approved participation in compulsory components.

• If a student has failed an examination, the examiner has the right to issue supplementary assignments. This applies if it is possible and there are grounds to do so.

• The examiner can provide an adapted assessment to students entitled to study support for students with disabilities following a decision by the university. Examiners may also issue an adapted examination or provide an alternative way for the students to take the exam.

• If this syllabus is withdrawn, SLU may introduce transitional provisions for examining students admitted based on this syllabus and who have not yet passed the course.

• For the assessment of an independent project (degree project), the examiner may also allow a student to add supplemental information after the deadline for submission. Read more in the Education Planning and Administration Handbook.

Other information

• The right to participate in teaching and/or supervision only applies for the course instance the student was admitted to and registered on.

• If there are special reasons, students are entitled to participate in components with compulsory attendance when the course is given again. Read more in the Education Planning and Administration Handbook.

Additional information

The course assumes good prior knowledge within animal physiology.

Responsible department

Department of Animal Envrionment and Health