Master of Science in Livestock Science and Meat Technology

Master of Science in Livestock Science and Meat Technology is a Masters program taught at Women's University in Africa, Zimbabwe. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time (18 months) options.

The Master of Science in Livestock Science and Meat Technology at Women’s University in Africa equips students with knowledge and skills for livestock production and management for large- and small-scale livestock farmers. The programme covers animal handling requirements, animal nutrition, animal breeding, animal health, and meat science, with a focus on how livestock nutrition, management principles, practices, and breeding affect meat quality.

Learning includes practical guidance, tools, and quality control practices. It addresses antemortem control factors such as breeding practices, health, and nutritional conditions of live animals, and it also covers the processing and packing of meat products before distribution across the supply chain. The programme runs for eighteen months and includes a research project in the last semester, supported by supervision and required consultation hours.

The minimum requirements for admission in Master of Science in Livestock Science and Meat Technology at Women's University in Africa for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:

• program specific academic requirment set by Women's University in Africa.
• English Language OR any other language requirments as set by Women's University in Africa as pre-requiste for admission in Master of Science in Livestock Science and Meat Technology.

Note: Please check the university website in the link below.

The following qualifications are required:

• BSc Hons in Animal Science from a recognised institution.

Please check detail of study units at https://www.wua.ac.zw/course/master-of-science-in-livestock-science-and-meat-technology

• Meat Inspector: Ensuring food safety and quality
• Carcass Merchandiser: Understanding cuts and retail presentation
• Livestock Breeder: Developing and improving livestock breed
• Livestock Farm Manager
• Evisceration Processor: Handling meat during processing
• Feedlot Manager
• Livestock Buyer/Grader/Loader: Roles related to livestock trade
• Research Scientist: Investigating new livestock breeding, meat quality, and technologies