University of Bologna

Italy
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Masters

Food Animal Metabolism and Management in the Circular Economy

Offered at University of Bologna, Italy
DegreeMasters
FieldMSc Food Animal Metabolism & Management
Duration2 years
Tuition157.00

Overview

This Master’s programme focuses on how food-animal production can be made more efficient and sustainable through a strong understanding of animal metabolism, health, and circular economy principles. You will develop skills to analyse production systems and support the ecological and technological transition in intensive livestock farming.

About this programme

Overview

The Master's programme in Food Animal Metabolism and Management in the Circular Economy at the University of Bologna is designed to enhance the efficiency and sustainability of food-animal production. By delving into animal metabolism, health, and circular economy principles, students will acquire valuable skills to analyze production systems and facilitate the ecological and technological transition in intensive livestock farming.

What you'll study

The programme comprises core courses that address animal metabolism, physiology, and the management of intensive production systems through a circular economy lens.

  • Intensive and Circular Animal Production
  • Intensive Poultry and Fish Farming: Performances and Circular Economy
  • Swine and Ruminant Farming in Sustainable and Circular Agriculture
  • Metabolism in Farm Animals
  • Anatomy of the Systems of Species of Zootechnical Interest
  • Physiology of Animal Metabolism and Stress

Learning activities may include seminars with international experts and hands-on experience using university facilities, such as specialized centers and laboratories, to support applied learning and case-based discussions.

Final assessment: A final exam and/or thesis/capstone project is typically required to complete the Master’s programme.

Entry requirements

While specific GRE/GMAT or GPA thresholds are not mandated, admission is contingent upon your academic background and the comprehensive evaluation of your application.

English requirements: Minimum English test scores generally include a TOEFL score of 80 or an IELTS score of 6.5. These scores are indicative; please verify the required scores and their validity for your specific intake on the University of Bologna admissions page.

Other requirements:

  • Complete the online application for matriculation and upload necessary documents, including a digital passport photo if requested.
  • Pay the first instalment of tuition fees as outlined in the enrolment procedure.

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