Animal Science Technology: Livestock Science Major
Animal Science Technology: Livestock
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Danielle White
Agricultural Sciences Enrolment Specialist
780 853 8789
780 581 0805
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Launch your future in the livestock industry with Lakeland’s animal science livestock science major.
You’ll gain a broad view of different sectors from both the production and business side.
Our courses are species specific. You’ll choose between beef and dairy production for your in-depth study, but you’ll also learn about bison, horses and other livestock.
While you’ll have time in the classroom, you’ll have ample time with hands-on learning on the college farm. This starts with livestock handling and goes to making decisions and solving problems as part of a Student-Managed Farm - Powered by New Holland (SMF) team. You’ll follow the production cycle – breeding, feeding and selling.
If you chose the practicum route, you’ll also put your learning into action with a project and capstone presentation.
Whatever your choice, you’ll connect with award-winning faculty and fellow students. You’ll learn from each other through case studies, mentorship and teamwork. You’ll refine your leadership, business and marketing skills.
You’ll go beyond the classroom to connect and network in the industry.
When you graduate, you’ll have the hands-on and leadership skills to work successfully anywhere in the livestock industry.
Requirements
More program details
Our tuition and fees page has details about academic, application and mandatory fees and their cost breakdown per term.
You can find your textbook list on the agricultural sciences textbooks and supplies page.
Your weekly class schedule can be found on your My Lakeland student portal when available. This is usually one month prior to the program start date.
Important dates found below include your tuition due date, your program registration/start date, events and holidays.
Dates are subject to change. We recommend you check here regularly for any updates.
Face-to-face on-campus important dates
2024
Aug 12 — Fees due fall term semester 1
Sept 3 — Registration day
Sept 4 — First day of classes, semester 1
Sept 11 — Last day to add semester 1 courses
Sept 24 — Last day to drop semester 1 courses. Last day to withdraw from college with full refund less tuition deposit
Sept 30 — National Truth & Reconciliation Day, college closed
Oct 14 — Thanksgiving, college closed
Nov 1 — Last day to withdraw from semester 1 with W grade or change from credit to audit
Nov 8-11 — Fall break for students
Nov 11 — Remembrance Day, college closed
Dec 2 — Fees due winter term semester 2
Dec 13 — Last day of classes, semester 1
Dec 16-Jan 6 — Christmas break for students
2025
Jan 7 — First day of classes, winter term semester 2
Jan 13 — Last day to add semester 2 courses
Jan 28 — Last day to drop semester 2 courses. Last day to withdraw from college with 100% refund of semester 2 fees.
Feb 17-21 — Reading Week/Spring Break
March 14 — Last day to withdraw from semester 2 courses with W grade or change from credit to audit.
April 18-21 — Easter Break, college closed
April 25 — Last day of classes, semester 2
June 6 — Vermilion Campus Convocation
Please note these dates are subject to change.
2025
Aug 11 — Fees due, fall term
Sept 2 — Registration Day
Sept 3 — First day of classes, fall term semester 1
Sept 10 — Last day to add semester 1 courses
Sept 23 — Last day to drop semester 1 courses. Last day to withdraw with full refund of fees less tuition deposit.
Sept 30 — National Truth & Reconciliation Day, college closed
Oct 13 — Thanksgiving, college closed
Nov 3 — Last day to withdraw from semester 1 with W grade or change from credit to audit
Nov 10-11 — Fall break for students
Nov 11 — Remembrance Day, college closed
Dec 1 — Fees due, winter term
Dec 12 — Last day of semester 1
Dec 13–Jan 5 — Christmas break for students
2026
Jan 6 — First day of classes, winter term semester 2
Jan 13 — Last day to add semester 2 courses
Jan 27 — Last day to drop semester 2 courses. Last day to withdraw with 100% refund of semester 2 fees.
Feb 16–20 — Reading week/spring break
March 13 — Last day to withdraw from semester 2 courses with W grade or change from credit to audit.
April 3–6 — Easter Break, college closed
April 24 — Last day semester 2
June 5— Vermilion Campus Convocation
Another diploma at Lakeland
Spend another year at Lakeland and earn a second diploma. Animal science technology diploma graduates can earn a second diploma in agribusiness in only one additional year.
Degree at Lakeland
Enrol in Lakeland's bachelor of agriculture technology program. Keep ahead of the curve in the rapidly evolving world of ag technology with this degree program. It offers real-world experience with the latest agricultural equipment, software, hardware and digital devices.
2+2 options = diploma and degree in 4 years
University of Alberta offers a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture, Animal Science major.
Note: 60 credits transfer; 3.0 GPA required.
University of Lethbridge options include a Bachelor of Arts in Agricultural Studies or a Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Studies.
Both are post-diploma degrees.
Note: 60 credits transfer; 2.5 GPA required.
University of Saskatchewan is currently negotiating changes to transfer block credits.
Academic advisor
Discuss these and your other options with the agricultural sciences academic advisor:
Contact Allan:
- email allan.macmillan@lakelandcollege.ca
- call toll-free at 1 800 661 6490 ext. 8580
- call direct in Vermilion at 780 853 8580
- stop by his office in the Mead Building, MB 121
Enrol in an education in the real world. At Lakeland College, agriculture science students have access to high-end facilities, are involved in professional initiatives and have opportunities to grow in countless leadership opportunities.
Take a look for yourself and see what we are all about.
Agriculture sciences opportunities go far beyond the field, offering you a wide range of career paths.
Whatever you're interested in, we'll help you get there. Start by seeing what could be in store for you and where our students and alumni have already gone.
