Overview

During the training you will be challenged to analyse problems and develop sustainable solutions from a holistic perspective that pays regard to people, animals and the environment. Elective courses and the extensive thesis work allows you to specialise in an area of interest and create an academic profile.

As a Master in animal sciences, you are helping to shape the sustainable livestock production of the future. For example, you can work on food safety, production optimisation or development of sustainable fodder.

Career opportunities

Upon completion of the master’s programme, you will obtain the title Master of Science in Animal Science.

The Animal Science programme at the University of Copenhagen aims to educate entrepreneurs and leaders to be in charge of and develop sustainable and innovative solutions for the future.

Graduates work within all sectors that have to do with the sustainable production, use, management, breeding etc. of healthy animals in healthy herds.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Animals and Sustainability

Livestock and Equine Production Science

Restricted electives

Thesis

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-02-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-15 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
- Apply before 2026-09-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-10-15 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00 , National

More details

application period is 15 November – 15 January for Non-EU applicants, and 15 January – 1 March for EU applicants

Language

English

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Copenhagen, Denmark

Disciplines

Animal Science

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

To apply for admission to this master's degree programme, you must have completed, or expect to complete, a qualifying bachelor’s degree or a similar Danish or international degree programme which is assessed to be relevant. Apply for admission via the application portal.

You meet all academic requirements if you hold one of the degrees listed below:

Bachelor’s degree in Agrobiology with a specialisation in Animal Biology and Production from Aarhus University

Bachelor's degree in Veterinary Science

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

125000 DKK / year

≈ 125000 DKK / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Living costs

Copenhagen

Denmark

7928 - 13456 DKK / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

EU/EEA Applies to you

Living costs

Copenhagen

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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