Agriculture - Animal Science
Agriculture - Animal Science
Improve the lives of humans and animals alike!
Fuel your passion for animals and agriculture with Jackson State Community College's Animal Science Pathway. Beyond traditional farming, our program prepares you to contribute to vital food sources and improve animal welfare. Join us for a fulfilling career in livestock management, animal nutrition, or agricultural research.
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Careers in agriculture typically require a bachelor's degree or higher. Various career opportunities are available in research firms, universities, and agribusiness. The Associate of Science in Agriculture is designed for students wanting to complete the first two years of the bachelor's degree in a community college setting. Our students have the opportunity to work closely with agriculture faculty and have ample access to the latest agriculture technology.
Explore a Sample Course Schedule
Fall Semester
| Rubric | Course | Hrs |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL 1010 | English Composition I | 3 |
| BIOL 1110 | General Biology I | 4 |
| ECON XXXX | Economics Course | 3 |
| AGRI 1020 | Intro to Animal Science | 3 |
| COL 1030 | College to Career Navigation | 3 |
| Total Credits | 16 | |
Spring Semester
| Rubric | Course | Hrs |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL 1020 | English Composition II | 3 |
| BIOL 1120 | General Biology II | 4 |
| Social/Behavioral Science Course | 3 | |
| AGRI 1030 | Introduction to Plant Science | 3 |
| MATH 1530 | Introductory Statistics | 3 |
| Total Credits | 16 | |
Fall Semester
| Rubric | Course | Hrs |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL XXXX | Literature Course | 3 |
| Humanities Course | 3 | |
| HIST XXXX | History Course | 3 |
| CHEM 1110 | General Chemistry I | 4 |
| AGRI XXXX | Agriculture Elective | 2 |
| Total Credits | 15 | |
Spring Semester
| Rubric | Course | Hrs |
|---|---|---|
| COMM 2025 | Fundamentals of Communication | 3 |
| CHEM 1120 | General Chemistry II | 4 |
| HIST XXXX | History Course | 3 |
| AGRI XXXX | Agriculture Elective | 3 |
| Humanities Course | 3 | |
| Total Credits | 16 | |
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Tennessee Transfer Pathway or Career Ready Program (Select One)
Course credits at Jackson State transfer to any Tennessee Public institution (and some private institutions), allowing you to transfer to your chosen Bachelor's degree program.
Green Light Your Career!
An associate degree in Agriculture- Animal Science opens the doors to many entry-level positions in the Agriculture- Animal Science field.
33
Four-Year Institutions
Our Credits Transfer to in Tennessee
7,800+
Number of Transfer Students
Over a 5-year period
31
Individual Pathways
Seven Academic Focus Areas
Career Outlook
Career and Salary Information
The following is a list of career choices that may be obtained upon completing a bachelor's degree or higher in this discipline. Please visit the following website: http://www.onetonline.org or speak to an advisor for additional career opportunities, salary information, and education requirements. Salaries are not guaranteed.
|
Career |
Beginning Salary with Bachelor's Degree in TN |
Experienced Salary Median |
|
Agricultural Inspector |
$33,350 |
$44,430 |
|
Sales Representative, Wholesale, Manufacturing, Technical and Scientific Products |
$31,880 |
$63,610 |
Further education, such as a bachelor's or master's in Agriculture- Animal Science, can unlock specialized career opportunities and advancement. Transfer opportunities to four-year colleges or universities provide a pathway for continued education and expanded career prospects in the dynamic field of Agriculture- Animal Science field.
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