HV0213, Global Animal Production, 7.5 Hp
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Syllabus

Finalized by: PN-VH, 2024-04-23
Valid from : Autumn semester 2025 (2025-09-01)

Level

First cycle (G2F)

Main field of study

Animal Science, Agricultural Science

Grading Scale

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.

Course language

Swedish

Entry Requirements

Objectives

The aim of the course is to provide an understanding of global animal production, focusing on the role, development, and utilization of food-producing animals. Upon completing the course, students should be able to:

• explain the importance of food-producing animals for sustainable development,
• describe, compare, and explain the role of food-producing animals in different parts of the world,
• describe and critically evaluate various production systems and animal resources in terms of production, sustainable use, and environmental impact,
• provide an overview of how climate, production inputs, market access, international trade, and consumption of animal products affect production opportunities.

Content

The course addresses food-producing animals on a global scale. It integrates breeding, nutrition, management, and market aspects, as well as the impact of the environment on production. Various production systems (including aquaculture) and population structures are analyzed and compared across different regions of the world. The course also explores challenges for sustainable production posed by climate change and reduced land availability.

Examination Formats and Requirements for Passing the Course

Passed written or oral examination. Approved project work and approved participation in compulsory components.

Responsible Department/Equivalent

Department of Animal Biosciences

Supplementary information

Included in program

• Animal Science and Sustainability (BSc)

Module set

Title	Credits	Code
Single module	7.5	0001

The Course Replaces

HV0146

Other Information

The entry requirement of 7,5 credits animal physiology may be fulfilled through completed course BI1410 Physiology of the animals, HV0204/HV0223 Animal physiology and histology or HV0157 Animal Biology 3 - Physiology.

The entry requirement of 7,5 credits animal nutrition may be fulfilled through completed course BI1411 Animal feeding or HV0129 Animal nutrition or HV0205/HV0208/HV0219 Animal nutrition.

The entry requirement of 5 credits breeding may be fulfilled through completed course BI1413 Animal Breeding HV0206/HV0222
Animal breeding and genetics, HV0131 Breeding 1 or HV0132 Breeding 2.