Our department is dedicated to advancing knowledge and promoting sustainable practices in animal science. We focus on three core areas:
Animal Production for Sustainable Agriculture: We explore innovative techniques to optimize animal production systems, ensuring sustainable and ethical agricultural practices.
Conservation and Welfare of Animal Populations: Our research prioritizes the preservation of biodiversity and the welfare of animals in natural and managed environments.
Foundations of Animal Science: We delve into the core principles and theories of animal biology, nutrition, genetics, and health to drive innovation and inform sustainable practices.
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The Department started off the same year with the Faculty of Agriculture in the 2012/2013 academic session with about 50 students. Through the years the Department has had a good number of sound Academics that were here on Tenure, Sabbatical and on Contract bases who serviced the Department with their seasoned knowledge and experience.
The Department was fully accredited by the NUC in 2015 with its first set of students graduating in 2017. The pioneer Head of the Department was Mr. Mohammed S. Afaka who served from 2014 to 2016, after which late Dr. Cyprian Alphonsus served as the Head of the Department from 2016 to 2018. Dr. Rahab S. Makama continued as the Head of Department from 2019 to 2021, she then handed over to the present Head of Department Dr. Bala. R. Gandi who was appointed in 2022 to date as Head of the Department.
Some notable achievements of the Department is that it has been able to attract various research grants, TETfund sponsored researches and have written and published research papers, with over 50 journals and conferences in the past 5 years.
The Department has gained recognition and membership by its professional body National Institute of Animal Science (NIAS) were most staff have been inducted at various levels like Registered Animal Scientist to Associate Animal Scientist.
The Department has graduated a good number of first class students over the years who have been able to compete favourably at other national and international institutions across the country.
The Department of Animal Science offers undergraduate and postgraduate degree programs in animal science:
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Much more, our department’s commitment to move with the current trends with technological advancement make us to specializes on.
The research areas of interest in the Animal Science Department includes but not limited to the following:
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The Department of Animal Science at Kaduna State University promotes scholarly discourse by nurturing a strong research culture and providing platforms for intellectual engagement that contribute to advancements in the field. The department organizes:
The core objective is to enhance capacity building, innovative research, and active community engagement, ultimately contributing to the advancement of animal sciences and sustainable agricultural practices.
THE LIBRARY
The guiding philosophy of the Department of Animal Science Library at Kaduna State University is to provide comprehensive resources and facilities that support research, education, and advancements in animal sciences. Our offerings include:
We are committed to fostering learning, innovative research, and sustainable practices in the field of animal sciences.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
One of the strategic goals of Kaduna State University is fostering community engagement, where stakeholders in various sectors are recognized and actively involved in advancing their fields of study. In line with this vision, the Department of Animal Sciences offers impactful community services in the following areas:
The department’s overarching philosophy is to promote sustainable livestock production and animal resource management, ensuring food security, economic growth, and environmental stewardship for the benefit of future generations.
STUDENTS ACTIVITIES
At Kaduna State University, fostering a student-centric environment is a key pillar of the university’s strategic plan. The Department of Animal Science encourages students to participate in activities that shape their future and contribute to sustainable development.
Students in the Department of Animal Science are actively engaged in:
The department is dedicated to nurturing skilled professionals and environmentally conscious leaders who will advance the field of animal sciences while contributing to sustainable agricultural practices.
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– PhD, Animal Science ABU
– M.Sc Animal Science ABU
– Bachelor of Agriculture ABU
At Kaduna State University, fostering a student-centric environment is a key pillar of the university’s strategic plan. The Department of Animal Science encourages students to participate in activities that shape their future and contribute to sustainable development.
Students in the Department of Animal Science are actively engaged in:
The department is dedicated to nurturing skilled professionals and environmentally conscious leaders who will advance the field of animal sciences while contributing to sustainable agricultural practices.
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