The Animal Science M.S. graduate program is a research-oriented degree, requiring the successful completion of a research project and thesis. The completion of 30 credits, including at least 18 at the graduate level (500, 600), is required. The Master of Science degree is oriented toward research and requires the successful completion of a research study and thesis. A student devoting half time to graduate studies typically requires two years (six semesters/summer sessions) of course work and research to complete the M.S. degree