• Animals provide us with food, clothing, recreation and companionship. Animal science the study of the biological function of domestic and captive animals and their utilization by people focuses on modern, efficient and humane ways to care for and make the best use of the animals who share our lives. As an animal science major, students will work with animals regularly as they prepare for graduate school, veterinary school, or a career in teaching, agricultural production or business.
  • Animal science majors from UC Davis have entered careers as agricultural and natural resources consultants, agricultural and pharmaceutical sales staff, fisheries owners, lawyers, physicians, researchers, teachers, veterinarians and zookeepers.