The department offers four curriculum options. The pre-vet/pre-professional option (ANPV) provides students with a foundation in the biological and physical sciences for careers in emerging areas of animal biotechnology while satisfying requirements for application to Auburn's College of Veterinary Medicine, other professional schools, or graduate school. The animal and allied industries option (ANAI) offers greater breadth in animal production management and agribusiness while retaining more electives hours for additional curriculum flexibility. The equine science option (ANEQ) allows students to focus on the sciences and practical skills required for a successful career in the horse industry, and by choosing, appropriate elective courses, will prepare students to apply to Auburn's College of Veterinary Medicine. The meat science option (ANMS) prepares students for quality assurance and for research and development careers in the food industry. Students may use electives to develop expertise in fields such as animal breeding, nutrition, reproduction, growth, behavior, equine science, and companion animals.