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The curriculum for the MScAgric degree consists of a dissertation of 180 credits.
An MScAgric degree in Livestock Production offers students the opportunity to investigate, compare and
improve the different livestock production systems in South Africa and or Southern Africa. In these research
projects, aspects of climate change, water quality and sustainable development goals, relevant to livestock
production may be included and could address research questions across nutrition, animal breeding and animal
welfare.

Residence
On the recommendation of the relevant head of department, the Dean may set specific residential requirements for the MScAgric degree.

Renewal of registration
As long as progress is satisfactory, renewal of the registration of a master’s student will be accepted for the second year of the study. Registration for a third and subsequent years will only take place when the Student Administration of the Faculty receives a written motivation which is supported by the relevant head of department and Postgraduate Studies Committee.

Curriculum
Subject to programme-specific requirements, the curriculum for the MScAgric degree consists of the following:

1. A dissertation; and
2. Further study in the major subject/s, augmented by ancillary modules prescribed by the Postgraduate Studies Committee, on the recommendation of the head of department. Such ancillary modules may be taken simultaneously with the major subject/s. Candidates in possession of the BScAgricHons degree may be exempted from additional ancillary modules.
3. Please note that not all modules will be offered in any one year.

General
Candidates are required to familiarise themselves with the General Regulations regarding the maximum period of registration and the requirements on the submission of a draft article for publication.

1. BScAgric (Animal Science) degree or relevant honours degree
2. A weighted average of at least 60% at honours level
3. An admission examination may be required

Note: Additional modules may be required in order to reach the desired level of competency

1. The examinations in the ancillary modules should be successfully completed prior to, or simultaneously with, the examinations in the major subject/s, unless the Faculty Board decides otherwise.
2. General Regulation G.12.2 applies to the calculation of marks.
3. In order to obtain the MScAgric degree, the candidate must pass all prescribed modules, including the examination in the major subject/s, as well as the dissertation.