UNIVERSITY OF ALBERTA
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Student Statistics:
Dairy Science major: No
Dairy Option: Yes
Percent going to vet school: First year 80%
Percent of dairy grads entering the industry: 5%
Dairy Herd Information:
# cows: 140
Breed(s): Holstein
Student labor: Yes
Used for research: Yes
Course Work:
Internship required for graduation: No
Assistance finding jobs or agriculture internships: Yes
Opportunities to work on dairy farms while attending school: No
Courses: Animal physiology, animal health, species specific nutrition and physiology, plant/crop science, agriculture business and agricultural resource economics.
Travel Opportunities:
In-class field trip and training for Dairy Challenge. Students can also apply for funding to attend any national or international dairy/animal science/agriculture events
Additional Information:
See a sample of some of their hands-on learning project on hoof care
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