Animal Production & Health Services bridges two worlds: one, the science of rearing animals (their nutrition, breeding, management), and two, the science of keeping them healthy (disease prevention, veterinary basics, welfare). In Nigeria, where livestock and animal production are crucial for feeding people and supporting rural economies, graduates of this programme play a key role. Before you decide to apply, you’ll want to know where to study it, what subjects JAMB expects you to write, and what grades your O’Level papers should include. In this Blog Here’s what you’ll learn: A list of universities in Nigeria offering Animal Production and Health Services
The JAMB/UTME subject combination required for the course The O’Level (WAEC/NECO etc.) subject & grade requirements
##What is Animal Production and Health Services Course?
Animal Production and Health Services is a broad field in agriculture that focuses on the management of livestock and other farm animals for various products like meat, milk, and eggs, while simultaneously ensuring the animals' health, well-being, and productivity through integrated practices such as nutrition, breeding, and disease control
Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB)
Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA)
Ekiti State University (EKSU)
##JAMB Subject Combination for Animal Production and Health Services
In UTME, please note that English Language is a compulsory subject needed to study Animal Production and Health Services with other three subjects namely: Chemistry, Biology/ Agricultural Science,Mathematics/Physics
##O'Level Requirements for Animal Production and Health Services
To be eligible for admission into a Animal Production and Health Services program, candidates must meet specific O'level requirements. Generally, you are required to have at least five (5) credits in relevant subjects, which typically include:
English Language
Mathematics
Biology/Agricultural Science
Chemistry
Physics/Geography/Economics