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With a degree in poultry science, your career can be as local or as global as you want it to be. Many of our students work in the industry right here in Alabama, but there are abundant opportunities around the globe. What you learn here will ensure your work impacts lives around the globe. Students in poultry science study the nutrition, marketing, management and business skills needed to improve today’s industries. Poultry students receive a foundation in basic sciences and mathematics as well as an understanding of the needs of our country’s food supply and those of other nations. Majors The Department of Poultry Science currently offers two challenging and dynamic majors for undergraduates: Poultry Production and the Pre-Vet/Pre-Professional track. The department has been recognized nationally for its production undergraduate degree. Students majoring in Pre-Veterinary, Pre-Professional often start in poultry and head to graduate school. Poultry Production POUL Pre-Vet Med & Pre-Professional Minors Minor in Poultry Science GRADUATE DEGREES With ample research opportunities, our department offers students two great graduate programs. With innovative research areas and internationally celebrated faculty, choosing a graduate degree in poultry can open up a world of possibilities for your research career. For graduate students, we offer a Master of Agriculture, a Master of Science and a Doctorate of Philosophy. Poultry Science (Master’s, PhD) Feature Kannan named head of Auburn poultry science department  Majors & Minors  Graduate Degrees & Programs 5 Faculty 5 POUL Staff 5 Affiliates, Emeriti & Visiting Guests 5 Graduate Students 5 POUL Research 5 POUL Outreach 5 POUL Annual Report 5 Our History 5 Apply Now Contact Poultry Science Dept. 260 Lem Morrison Drive Auburn Univ, AL 36849 334-844-4133 Charles C. Miller Poultry Research & Education Center Recognized as an advanced global leader in chicken, poultry research, instruction and outreach. View Center Learn About Poultry Science Research Watch Video Follow Us Follow Follow Follow Follow Our Students Our students, faculty and alumni have a daily impact on communities across the globe through their work in food safety, animal health, nutrition, production methods, quality control and waste management. BEYOND THE CLASSROOM There’s more to college than classrooms and homework. Finding balance between campus life and class responsibilities is easy in our department! As a student in poultry science you’ll have an active life in our department through a variety of clubs, organizations, internship opportunities, undergraduate research opportunities and other activities. Student Clubs College & University Student Clubs Join a student club today! Our students participate in activities across campus and in the Auburn community. Poultry Science Club Food Science Club Pre-Veterinary Medical Association View more of our college student Clubs & Organizations . Student Research POUL Undergrad & Graduate Student Research Ask about undergraduate and graduate research opportunities within the Poultry Department. Read more about our Student Research . Study Abroad POUL Study Abroad Opportunities Our work is part of a global industry. That’s why we encourage our students to gain global experiences. Explore the College of Agriculture’s Study Abroad opportunities to more than a dozen countries. Internships Students in our department majoring in Poultry Science (production or pre-veterinarian) are required to complete an internship before graduation. Through internships, students can explore the fields of poultry and test their skills under the supervision of experienced members of the industry. Students are encouraged to experience different facets of the industry in the internship from work in the hatcheries, to poultry production, all the way to further-processed product development. With real world experience in...