University of Adelaide
1 semester
This undergraduate course equips students with comprehensive knowledge of animal metabolism and nutrition, enabling them to formulate evidence-based diets and provide expert advice on animal health, welfare, and production across multiple species.
Students must have completed ANIM2012 Animal Biochemistry 2, or all of VETS1000 Foundations of Science for Veterinary Technologists and VETS2011 Advanced Animal Husbandry for Veterinary Technologists, or AGRI2006 Agricultural Biochemistry. This is an undergraduate level 3 course, so prior completion of foundational animal science or veterinary science courses is required.
The course covers nutritional principles including energy, protein, lipids, carbohydrates, and macro- and micro-nutrients in biochemical pathways. Students learn to formulate diets from first principles, matching energy and protein requirements, limiting amino acids, major minerals, and vitamins across different physiological stages. Topics include pasture assessment for herbivores, body composition analysis, feeding strategies for various species, and the consequences of nutrient deficiencies. Practical components emphasize hands-on experience with real-world nutrition scenarios.
The University of Adelaide offers this course through its School of Animal and Veterinary Science, providing evidence-based, contemporary education grounded in research excellence. The course combines theoretical knowledge with strong practical, hands-on focus, developing critical thinking and teamwork skills essential for professional practice in animal nutrition and veterinary science.
Graduates can pursue careers as animal nutritionists, veterinary professionals, agricultural consultants, feed formulation specialists, or animal health advisors. The course prepares students for roles in veterinary clinics, agricultural enterprises, feed companies, wildlife management, and animal production industries, where evidence-based nutrition expertise is critical for animal welfare and productivity.
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