Love horses? Considering a career involving or working
with horses? Seeking a program
that is a cut above the rest? Interested in an exciting major that will
prepare you for a
real-world career? Then…Equine Studies, as an elective
option in the Animal Science
major or as a certificate program in Equine Business Management, is the place
for you!
You will take courses in…
Horse Management
Equine Science
Pasture Management
Health Management
Nutrient Management
Reproduction
Internships/Special Problems
and many others
You can participate in...
Equestrian Club -
Train and ride in our campus stable
Equestrian Team –
Compete in inter-collegiate show association meets
Veterinary Science Club –
On- and off-campus activities involving animals and their health
…in the Animal Science major (4-year degree):
- Pre-vet or Science options include equine courses as electives
- Animal Care & Management option focuses on the horse for your
species emphasis
or
…in the Institute of Applied Agriculture (2-year certificate):
- Equine Business Management prepares students for careers in commercial
management, horse breeding, etc.
Student Services:
- College and departmental scholarships for incoming freshmen.
- Modern laboratories, new equine research facility, teaching facilities
and technology, animal rooms, and a campus teaching
farm, available to help you prepare for your chosen career.
- Opportunities for leadership roles and for social and professional interaction
through student organizations.
- Faculty available to answer questions…
Dr. Amy Burk (Department of
Animal & Avian Sciences)
Ms. Erin Petersen (Institute of Applied Agriculture)
Discover
the Department of Animal and Avian Sciences
For additional information on Applications,
contact Elizabeth Weiss
0112 Symons Hall, Phone: 301-314-7222, E-mail: eweiss@deans.umd.edu
For
additional information on curricula, contact Libby Dufour
1415A
Animal SciencesCenter, Phone: 301-405-1373, E-mail: libbyd@umd.edu
