Animal Production

Edificio di Veterinaria
Animal Production
Course sheet
A.Y. 2025/2026
Bachelor
L-38 R - Scienze zootecniche e tecnologie delle produzioni animali
Bachelor
180
ECTS
Access
Open with admission self-assessment test
3
Years
Course location
LODI (LO)
Language
Italian
Il Corso di Studio in Scienze delle Produzioni Animali prepara i laureati ad operare nelle aziende agro-zootecniche quali esperti nelle tecnologie di allevamento e nella gestione degli animali da reddito, nel miglioramento genetico, nella
riproduzione, nell'alimentazione e nel razionamento animale e nella gestione economica, con particolare riferimento alla tutela del benessere animale, al contenimento dell'impatto ambientale e al miglioramento qualitativo delle produzioni
animali.
Il corso fornisce conoscenze e competenze utili alla gestione di tutti gli aspetti tecnici, economici e normativi delle imprese agro-zootecniche e dell'allevamento degli animali da reddito. Il laureato è in grado di valutare le attitudini produttive e
funzionali degli animali di interesse zootecnico e di considerarle ai fini delle scelte a livello aziendale, tenendo conto dei fattori ambientali, etici ed economici in funzione della conformità alla legislazione vigente.
Il laureato è in grado di pianificare a livello aziendale la gestione della riproduzione, la selezione e gli accoppiamenti e di applicare le tecniche dell?inseminazione artificiale. Il laureato gestisce le fasi di crescita ed è in grado di formulare
razionamenti e mangimi per tutte le specie di animali produttrici di alimenti per l'uomo. Ha inoltre le competenze per eseguire l'analisi dei costi e della redditività delle aziende agro-zootecniche. Il laureato acquisisce le metodologie per
organizzare e gestire gli aspetti legati alla produzione degli alimenti di origine animale, le tecnologie, l'igiene, il controllo qualità e la certificazione.
Il corso si propone di raggiungere i seguenti obiettivi formativi:
- fornire adeguata conoscenza dei settori delle diverse filiere delle produzioni animali negli aspetti di base, teorici ed applicativi;
- formare laureati dotati della capacità di adeguarsi all'evoluzione delle produzioni animali alla luce delle innovazioni tecnologiche e gestionali e di interagire con le figure professionali culturalmente contigue;-
- formare laureati capaci di senso critico, di autonomia, di lavorare in gruppo - anche all?interno di gruppi interdisciplinari e di inserirsi prontamente negli ambienti di lavoro;
- preparare laureati che siano in grado di utilizzare, oltre all'italiano, almeno una lingua dell'Unione Europea, anche in riferimento al contesto delle produzioni animali;
- fornire ai laureati strumenti e competenze che permettano loro di inserirsi subito dopo la laurea in contesti lavorativi o professionali oppure di proseguire gli studi in corsi di laurea magistrale o in master di I livello.
- formare laureati esperti in grado di operare e comunicare nei diversi ambiti delle scienze animali in particolare quello zootecnico intensivo ed estensivo, della sicurezza alimentare, mangimistico, di trasformazione e commercializzazione dei
prodotti di origine animale.
Profilo professionale: tecnico delle produzioni animali
Il tecnico delle produzioni animali opera come dipendente e/o imprenditore e/o consulente in:
- aziende agro-zootecniche;
- centri di selezione genetica e associazioni di razza;
- aziende che producono impianti, strutture e attrezzature per la zootecnia;
- imprese agro-alimentari e della grande distribuzione organizzata;
- aziende mangimistiche, caseifici, industrie delle carni e macelli;
- aziende fornitrici di servizi (genetici, nutrizionali, riproduttivi) alle aziende agro-zootecniche;
- consorzi di tutela e organizzazioni professionali;
- enti territoriali pubblici;
- laboratori per il controllo della qualità e sicurezza degli alimenti per animali da reddito e dei prodotti di origine animale;
- organizzazioni nazionali e internazionali.
Enrolment
Requisiti e conoscenze per l'accesso
Il Corso di Laurea in Scienze delle Produzioni Animali è ad accesso libero con test di autovalutazione obbligatorio prima dell'immatricolazione. Possono essere ammessi al Corso di Laurea in Scienze delle Produzioni Animali i candidati in
possesso del diploma di scuola media superiore o titolo estero equipollente ai sensi del D.M. 22 ottobre 2004 n. 270.

Modalità e verifica delle conoscenze
Chi intende iscriversi al corso di laurea in Scienze delle Produzioni Animali ad accesso libero prima di formalizzare l'iscrizione dovrà obbligatoriamente sostenere un test che verifichi la sua preparazione iniziale e che consenta una scelta
più motivata e consapevole al corso di studio. Il test (TOLC - Test On Line CISIA) può essere sostenuto presso l'Università degli Studi di Milano o una qualsiasi altra Università aderente al CISIA (Consorzio Interuniversitario Sistemi Integrati per
l'Accesso). Le iscrizioni al TOLC vanno effettuate sul sito del CISIA (www.cisiaonline.it).
Il TOLC per l'iscrizione al corso di laurea in Scienze delle Produzioni Animali è il TOLC-AV di autovalutazione obbligatorio non vincolante (Test On Line Agraria e Veterinaria), composto dalle seguentisezioni: Biologia, Chimica, Fisica, Matematica,
Logica e Comprensione Verbale.
La forma e le modalità di somministrazione del test sono indicate nel bando di ammissione:https://www.unimi.it/it/studiare/immatricolarsi-e-iscriversi

Obblighi formativi aggiuntivi e modalità di recupero
Il risultato del test, anche se negativo, non pregiudica la possibilità di immatricolarsi, ma, se insufficiente, dà luogo a obblighi formativi aggiuntivi (OFA) volti a colmare le lacune iniziali. Alle matricole che non avranno raggiunto, nella
sezione di matematica, il punteggio definito dal bando di ammissione saranno assegnati Obblighi Formativi Aggiuntivi (OFA). Per gli studenti con OFA verranno organizzate attività di supporto, seguite da una prova di recupero con la quale lo
studente dovrà dimostrare di aver migliorato la propria preparazione. In assenza di questa evidenza, lo studente non potrà sostenere alcun esame del secondo anno prima di aver superato l'esame di Matematica e Fisica.

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Application for matriculation: from 15/07/2025 to 30/09/2025

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Programme description and courses list
First semester
Courses or activities Max ECTS Total hours Language SSD
Compulsory
Anatomy of Farm Animals 8 72 Italian VET/01
Chemistry and Principles of Biology 11 112 Italian AGR/17 BIO/05 CHIM/03
- Chimica5
- Principi di biologia6
Mathematics and Phisic 10 80 Italian FIS/07 MAT/02
Second semester
Courses or activities Max ECTS Total hours Language SSD
Compulsory
Agronomy and Herbaceous Crops 6 56 Italian AGR/02
Biochemestry 6 48 Italian BIO/10
Economics 6 64 Italian AGR/01
Physiology of Farm Animals 7 64 Italian VET/02
Open sessions
There are no specific sessions for these activities (e.g. open online courses).
Courses or activities Max ECTS Total hours Language SSD
Compulsory
English Assessment B1 (3 ECTS) 3 0 English
be activated by the A.Y. 2026/2027
First semester
Courses or activities Max ECTS Total hours Language SSD
Compulsory
Genetic Improvement 6 56 Italian AGR/17
Livestock Farming and Welfare 8 80 Italian AGR/19
Rural Buildings and Mechanization 12 112 Italian AGR/09 AGR/10
Tecnologie di allevamento e benessere animale: avicoli e conigli 6 80 Italian AGR/20
Second semester
Courses or activities Max ECTS Total hours Language SSD
Compulsory
Animal Nutrition, Nutritional Evaluation of Feed and Feed Technology 7 64 Italian AGR/18
Management Economics and Marketing of Food Products 6 64 Italian AGR/01
Microbiology and Hygiene 12 112 Italian VET/04 VET/05
be activated by the A.Y. 2027/2028
First semester
Courses or activities Max ECTS Total hours Language SSD
Compulsory
Parasitology and Toxicology 12 104 Italian VET/06 VET/07
Pathology and Reproduction 12 56 Italian VET/03 VET/10
Optional
Alternative, Innovative and Unconventional Feeds 3 32 Italian AGR/18
Animal Nutrition and Food Safety: the Gap Between Science and Public Opinion. 3 32 Italian AGR/18
Biochemical Techniques for the Analysis Laboratory 3 32 Italian BIO/10
Evolution of Petfood Palatability 3 32 Italian AGR/18
Hygiene and Technology of Food of Animal Origin 6 56 Italian VET/04
Livestock Feeding and Environmental Impact 6 56 Italian AGR/18
Management of Animals in Animal Assisted Interventions 3 32 Italian AGR/19
Nutritional Innovations and Animal Welfare 3 32 Italian AGR/18
Physiology, Behaviour and Welfare of Dogs and Cats in Their Interactions with Humans. 3 32 Italian VET/02
Small Ruminants Nutrition and Products Quality 3 32 Italian AGR/18
Second semester
Courses or activities Max ECTS Total hours Language SSD
Optional
Analysis of Food of Animal Origin for Food Safety Purposes 3 32 Italian VET/04
Basic Concepts of Molecular Pathology 3 32 Italian VET/03
Breeding Management of Poultry Local Breeds 3 32 Italian AGR/20
Breeds and Products of Animal Origin 3 32 Italian AGR/17
Ecoparasitology and Interaction Between Domestic and Wild Animals 3 32 Italian VET/06
Feed Legislation 3 32 Italian VET/08
Genomics, Selection and Morpho-Functional Evaluation 6 56 Italian AGR/17 AGR/19
Laboratory Methods for Infectious Diseases Prevention 3 32 Italian VET/05
Management of Animals in Animal Assisted Interventions 3 32 Italian VET/02
Neonatal Management in Dogs, Cats and Horses 3 32 Italian VET/10
Practical Aspects to Interact and Integrate Efficiently in the Dairy and Beef Cattle Breeding 3 32 Italian VET/04
Principles of Hygiene and Prevention of Infectious and Parasitic Diseases of Unconventional Pets 3 32 Italian VET/05 VET/06
Protection of the Health and Welfare of Dogs, Cats and Unconventional Pets 3 32 Italian VET/08
Protection of the Health and Welfare of Equids 3 32 Italian VET/08
Reproductive and Embryo Technologies for Biodiversity Preservation in Companion Animals 3 32 Italian VET/01 VET/10
Technologies for Reducing Environmental Impact in Animal Husbandry 6 56 Italian AGR/09
Veterinary Hygiene 6 56 Italian VET/05
Zootechnical Legislation and Food Safety 6 56 Italian VET/08
Conclusive activities
Courses or activities Max ECTS Total hours Language SSD
Compulsory
Final Examination 3 0 Italian
Pratical Training 3 0 Italian
Study plan rules
- In the third year of the course the student will have to choose four courses from those indicated in the following group for a total of 24 cfu.
Courses or activities Max ECTS Total hours Language Lesson period SSD
Hygiene and Technology of Food of Animal Origin 6 56 Italian First semester VET/04
Livestock Feeding and Environmental Impact 6 56 Italian First semester AGR/18
Genomics, Selection and Morpho-Functional Evaluation 6 56 Italian Second semester AGR/17 AGR/19
Technologies for Reducing Environmental Impact in Animal Husbandry 6 56 Italian Second semester AGR/09
Veterinary Hygiene 6 56 Italian Second semester VET/05
Zootechnical Legislation and Food Safety 6 56 Italian Second semester VET/08
- In the third year of the course the student will have to choose 12 credits among the teachers active at the university consistent with the training plan.
Courses or activities Max ECTS Total hours Language Lesson period SSD
Alternative, Innovative and Unconventional Feeds 3 32 Italian First semester AGR/18
Animal Nutrition and Food Safety: the Gap Between Science and Public Opinion. 3 32 Italian First semester AGR/18
Biochemical Techniques for the Analysis Laboratory 3 32 Italian First semester BIO/10
Evolution of Petfood Palatability 3 32 Italian First semester AGR/18
Management of Animals in Animal Assisted Interventions 3 32 Italian First semester AGR/19
Nutritional Innovations and Animal Welfare 3 32 Italian First semester AGR/18
Physiology, Behaviour and Welfare of Dogs and Cats in Their Interactions with Humans. 3 32 Italian First semester VET/02
Small Ruminants Nutrition and Products Quality 3 32 Italian First semester AGR/18
Analysis of Food of Animal Origin for Food Safety Purposes 3 32 Italian Second semester VET/04
Basic Concepts of Molecular Pathology 3 32 Italian Second semester VET/03
Breeding Management of Poultry Local Breeds 3 32 Italian Second semester AGR/20
Breeds and Products of Animal Origin 3 32 Italian Second semester AGR/17
Ecoparasitology and Interaction Between Domestic and Wild Animals 3 32 Italian Second semester VET/06
Feed Legislation 3 32 Italian Second semester VET/08
Laboratory Methods for Infectious Diseases Prevention 3 32 Italian Second semester VET/05
Management of Animals in Animal Assisted Interventions 3 32 Italian Second semester VET/02
Neonatal Management in Dogs, Cats and Horses 3 32 Italian Second semester VET/10
Practical Aspects to Interact and Integrate Efficiently in the Dairy and Beef Cattle Breeding 3 32 Italian Second semester VET/04
Principles of Hygiene and Prevention of Infectious and Parasitic Diseases of Unconventional Pets 3 32 Italian Second semester VET/05 VET/06
Protection of the Health and Welfare of Dogs, Cats and Unconventional Pets 3 32 Italian Second semester VET/08
Protection of the Health and Welfare of Equids 3 32 Italian Second semester VET/08
Reproductive and Embryo Technologies for Biodiversity Preservation in Companion Animals 3 32 Italian Second semester VET/01 VET/10
Gli esami di Anatomia degli animali da reddito e fisiologia degli animali da reddito sono propedeutici agli esami di Parassitologia e tossicologia e Patologia e riproduzione. L'esame di Biochimica è propedeutico all'esame di Nutrizione animale, valutazione nutrizionale e tecnica mangimistica
Prescribed foundation courses
Learning activityPrescribed foundation courses
Animal Nutrition, Nutritional Evaluation of Feed and Feed Technology Biochemestry (compulsory)
Parasitology and Toxicology Anatomy of Farm Animals (compulsory), Physiology of Farm Animals (compulsory)
Pathology and Reproduction Anatomy of Farm Animals (compulsory), Physiology of Farm Animals (compulsory)
First semester
Courses or activities Max ECTS Total hours Language SSD
Compulsory
Anatomy of Farm Animals 8 72 Italian VET/01
Chemistry and Principles of Biology 11 112 Italian AGR/17 BIO/05 CHIM/03
- Chimica5
- Principi di biologia6
Mathematics and Phisic 10 80 Italian FIS/07 MAT/02
Second semester
Courses or activities Max ECTS Total hours Language SSD
Compulsory
Agronomy and Herbaceous Crops 6 56 Italian AGR/02
Biochemestry 6 48 Italian BIO/10
Economics 6 64 Italian AGR/01
Physiology of Farm Animals 7 64 Italian VET/02
Open sessions
There are no specific sessions for these activities (e.g. open online courses).
Courses or activities Max ECTS Total hours Language SSD
Compulsory
English Assessment B1 (3 ECTS) 3 0 English
be activated by the A.Y. 2026/2027
First semester
Courses or activities Max ECTS Total hours Language SSD
Compulsory
Genetic Improvement 6 56 Italian AGR/17
Livestock Farming and Welfare 8 80 Italian AGR/19
Rural Buildings and Mechanization 12 112 Italian AGR/09 AGR/10
Tecnologie di allevamento e benessere animale: avicoli e conigli 6 80 Italian AGR/20
Second semester
Courses or activities Max ECTS Total hours Language SSD
Compulsory
Animal Nutrition, Nutritional Evaluation of Feed and Feed Technology 7 64 Italian AGR/18
Management Economics and Marketing of Food Products 6 64 Italian AGR/01
Microbiology and Hygiene 12 112 Italian VET/04 VET/05
be activated by the A.Y. 2027/2028
First semester
Courses or activities Max ECTS Total hours Language SSD
Compulsory
Parasitology and Toxicology 12 104 Italian VET/06 VET/07
Pathology and Reproduction 12 56 Italian VET/03 VET/10
Optional
Alternative, Innovative and Unconventional Feeds 3 32 Italian AGR/18
Animal Nutrition and Food Safety: the Gap Between Science and Public Opinion. 3 32 Italian AGR/18
Biochemical Techniques for the Analysis Laboratory 3 32 Italian BIO/10
Evolution of Petfood Palatability 3 32 Italian AGR/18
Food Safety in Processing of Farm Food Products 6 56 Italian VET/04
Management of Animals in Animal Assisted Interventions 3 32 Italian AGR/19
Nutritional Innovations and Animal Welfare 3 32 Italian AGR/18
Organic Animal Husbandry and Feeding 6 56 Italian AGR/18 AGR/19
Physiology, Behaviour and Welfare of Dogs and Cats in Their Interactions with Humans. 3 32 Italian VET/02
Small Ruminants Nutrition and Products Quality 3 32 Italian AGR/18
Second semester
Courses or activities Max ECTS Total hours Language SSD
Optional
Alternative Farming of Poultry and Aquaculture 6 56 Italian AGR/20
Analysis of Food of Animal Origin for Food Safety Purposes 3 32 Italian VET/04
Basic Concepts of Molecular Pathology 3 32 Italian VET/03
Breeding Management of Poultry Local Breeds 3 32 Italian AGR/20
Breeds and Products of Animal Origin 3 32 Italian AGR/17
Ecoparasitology and Interaction Between Domestic and Wild Animals 3 32 Italian VET/06
Extensive and Pastoral Management Techniques and Product Quality 6 56 Italian AGR/19
Extensive Livestock Feeding and Grazing 6 56 Italian AGR/18
Feed Legislation 3 32 Italian VET/08
Laboratory Methods for Infectious Diseases Prevention 3 32 Italian VET/05
Livestock Biodiversity and Agroecosystems 6 56 Italian AGR/17 AGR/19
Management of Animals in Animal Assisted Interventions 3 32 Italian VET/02
Neonatal Management in Dogs, Cats and Horses 3 32 Italian VET/10
Practical Aspects to Interact and Integrate Efficiently in the Dairy and Beef Cattle Breeding 3 32 Italian VET/04
Principles of Hygiene and Prevention of Infectious and Parasitic Diseases of Unconventional Pets 3 32 Italian VET/05 VET/06
Protection of the Health and Welfare of Dogs, Cats and Unconventional Pets 3 32 Italian VET/08
Protection of the Health and Welfare of Equids 3 32 Italian VET/08
Reproductive and Embryo Technologies for Biodiversity Preservation in Companion Animals 3 32 Italian VET/01 VET/10
Conclusive activities
Courses or activities Max ECTS Total hours Language SSD
Compulsory
Final Examination 3 0 Italian
Pratical Training 3 0 Italian
Study plan rules
- In the third year of the course the student will have to choose four courses from those indicated in the following group for a total of 24 cfu.
Courses or activities Max ECTS Total hours Language Lesson period SSD
Food Safety in Processing of Farm Food Products 6 56 Italian First semester VET/04
Organic Animal Husbandry and Feeding 6 56 Italian First semester AGR/18 AGR/19
Alternative Farming of Poultry and Aquaculture 6 56 Italian Second semester AGR/20
Extensive and Pastoral Management Techniques and Product Quality 6 56 Italian Second semester AGR/19
Extensive Livestock Feeding and Grazing 6 56 Italian Second semester AGR/18
Livestock Biodiversity and Agroecosystems 6 56 Italian Second semester AGR/17 AGR/19
- In the third year of the course the student will have to choose 12 credits among the teachers active at the university consistent with the training plan.
Courses or activities Max ECTS Total hours Language Lesson period SSD
Alternative, Innovative and Unconventional Feeds 3 32 Italian First semester AGR/18
Animal Nutrition and Food Safety: the Gap Between Science and Public Opinion. 3 32 Italian First semester AGR/18
Biochemical Techniques for the Analysis Laboratory 3 32 Italian First semester BIO/10
Evolution of Petfood Palatability 3 32 Italian First semester AGR/18
Management of Animals in Animal Assisted Interventions 3 32 Italian First semester AGR/19
Nutritional Innovations and Animal Welfare 3 32 Italian First semester AGR/18
Physiology, Behaviour and Welfare of Dogs and Cats in Their Interactions with Humans. 3 32 Italian First semester VET/02
Small Ruminants Nutrition and Products Quality 3 32 Italian First semester AGR/18
Analysis of Food of Animal Origin for Food Safety Purposes 3 32 Italian Second semester VET/04
Basic Concepts of Molecular Pathology 3 32 Italian Second semester VET/03
Breeding Management of Poultry Local Breeds 3 32 Italian Second semester AGR/20
Breeds and Products of Animal Origin 3 32 Italian Second semester AGR/17
Ecoparasitology and Interaction Between Domestic and Wild Animals 3 32 Italian Second semester VET/06
Feed Legislation 3 32 Italian Second semester VET/08
Laboratory Methods for Infectious Diseases Prevention 3 32 Italian Second semester VET/05
Management of Animals in Animal Assisted Interventions 3 32 Italian Second semester VET/02
Neonatal Management in Dogs, Cats and Horses 3 32 Italian Second semester VET/10
Practical Aspects to Interact and Integrate Efficiently in the Dairy and Beef Cattle Breeding 3 32 Italian Second semester VET/04
Principles of Hygiene and Prevention of Infectious and Parasitic Diseases of Unconventional Pets 3 32 Italian Second semester VET/05 VET/06
Protection of the Health and Welfare of Dogs, Cats and Unconventional Pets 3 32 Italian Second semester VET/08
Protection of the Health and Welfare of Equids 3 32 Italian Second semester VET/08
Reproductive and Embryo Technologies for Biodiversity Preservation in Companion Animals 3 32 Italian Second semester VET/01 VET/10
Gli esami di Anatomia degli animali da reddito e fisiologia degli animali da reddito sono propedeutici agli esami di Parassitologia e tossicologia e Patologia e riproduzione. L'esame di Biochimica è propedeutico all'esame di Nutrizione animale, valutazione nutrizionale e tecnica mangimistica
Prescribed foundation courses
Learning activityPrescribed foundation courses
Animal Nutrition, Nutritional Evaluation of Feed and Feed Technology Biochemestry (compulsory)
Parasitology and Toxicology Anatomy of Farm Animals (compulsory), Physiology of Farm Animals (compulsory)
Pathology and Reproduction Anatomy of Farm Animals (compulsory), Physiology of Farm Animals (compulsory)
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Location
LODI (LO)
Head of study programme
Academic guidance tutor
Erasmus and international mobility tutor 
Study plan tutor
Internship tutor
Seminar and workshop tutor
Dissertation tutor
University and programme transfer tutor
Credit recognition tutor
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The tuition fees for students enrolled in Bachelor's, Master's and single-cycle degree programmes are divided into two instalments with different calculation methods and payment schedules:

  • The amount of the first instalment is the same for all students
  • The amount of the second instalment varies according to the ISEE University value, the degree programme and the student status (on track / off track for one year or off track for more than a year) 
  • An additional fee is due for online programmes

The University also offers:

  • Concessions for students meeting high merit requirements
  • Diversified tuition fees according to the student's home country for international students with assets/income abroad
  • Concessions for international students with refugee status

Scholarships and benefits

The University provides a range of financial benefits to students meeting special requirements (merit, financial or personal conditions, international students).

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