Polytechnic · Plateau State
Admission requirements for Animal Health & Production Technology at Plateau State College Of Agriculture, Garkawa, Plateau State, Plateau State.
Five (5) SSC credit passes in Biology/Agricultural Science, Mathematics and any three (3) of the following: Geography, Food and Nutrition, Economics, Technical Drawing, English Language, Physics, Chemistry, Nigerian Language, Home Economics.
Animal Health and Production Technology is a dynamic programme that equips students with practical and theoretical knowledge in veterinary science, animal husbandry, livestock management, disease diagnosis, and agricultural biotechnology. Students explore subjects including animal nutrition, reproductive physiology, meat hygiene, pasture management, and public health, preparing them to bridge the gap between veterinary medicine and commercial livestock production. Graduates are well-positioned to pursue careers as animal health technicians, livestock production officers, agricultural extension workers, and meat inspection officers under government and private sector establishments. The programme aligns with the professional standards of the Veterinary Council of Nigeria, which regulates practice and ensures graduates meet national competency requirements. It remains highly relevant given Nigeria's growing demand for food security and sustainable animal protein supply.