Lakeland College

Animal Science Technology - Beef Science

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Program Information

School:Lakeland College
Faculty:Agricultural Sciences
Degree:Diploma; University Transfer
Field of Study:Animal Sciences, General
Animal/Livestock Husbandry and Production
Description:Go straight to the heart of one of Alberta’s biggest industries – beef. You’ll start learning on the farm from day one. That’s Lakeland’s Student-Managed Farm – powered by New Holland. You’ll study commercial and purebred cow/calf operations as well as feedlots. And, you’ll start at calving and go through the complete production cycle. Your courses range from livestock genetics to meat science. Hands-on and student-led experiences are the bedrock of this program. You’ll go beyond the classroom and into the real world from pasture to plate. Those opportunities are centered in our student-managed farm (SMF) model. Or, if you choose student-directed practicum.
URL:Animal Science Technology - Beef Science at Lakeland College
Length:2 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
International: $17,697
Careers:Agricultural and Fish Products Inspectors

Admission Requirements

Prerequisites:*These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
  •  Grade12 English 
  •  Grade11 Mathematics 
  •  Grade11 Chemistry  or  Grade11 Biology  or  Grade11 Physics  or  Grade11 Science 
Applicants are required to have a high school diploma with a minimum 50% in: English 30-1 or 65% in English 30-2; one of Biology 20, Chemistry 20, Physics 20, or Science 20; and Math 20-1 or Math 20-2.
Test Scores:
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 86] or Canadian Academic English Language Assessment [min. 60] or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 6.0] or Michigan English Language Assessment Battery [min. 80]
Application Notes : Lakeland College classes are taught in English, so you'll need adequate written and oral English skills to be admitted to one of our programs regardless of your citizenship status or country of origin. If English is your second language, you must show English proficiency through one of the following: 1. Meeting program admission requirements, 2. Admission by special status, or 3. An acceptable score on one of: TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) - minimum of 86 on the iBT exam and a minimum score of 21 in each of the four tested areas. If your program requires spoken language proficiency you will need a minimum of 26 points in the speaking component; IELTS (International English Language Testing System) - minimum score of 6.0 overall with at least 5.5 on each band score; CAEL (Canadian Assessment of English Language) - minimum score of 60 overall with at least 60 on each band score; MELAB (Michigan English Assessment Battery) - minimum score of 80 with no component less than 76. Must include the speaking test.

* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

Modified on August 10, 2022