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Diploma of Animal Science Technology Dairy Science
- Vermilion, Canada
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
A two-year diploma built around hands-on dairy herd work at the Student-Managed Farm.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (3 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Demonstrate core knowledge in Animal Science Technology Dairy Science. Apply relevant methods and tools to academic or professional problems. Communicate findings clearly and work responsibly in individual and collaborative settings.
Career outcomes
- Laboratory Analyst
- Research Assistant
- Science Technician
- Data Analyst
- Quality Control Analyst
Curriculum
- Practical
- Project-based learning on the college's dairy herd at the Student-Managed Farm
- Including robot and parlour milking
- Automated feeding
- The proAction process and CowSignals training. Students also build barn management and budgeting skills. The page lists no course titles.
Entry requirements
Academic
- High school diploma (Alberta or international equivalent) with 50% in English 30-1/30-2 and programme-specific Math or science marks (some programmes ask 65%)
- Plus proof of English proficiency (IELTS 6.0
- TOEFL iBT 78
- PTE 53 or Duolingo 100).
Accepted academic background
Alberta high school diploma or international equivalent with minimum 50% in English 30-1/30-2 (65% in English 30-2 for some programmes) and programme-specific Math/science (see Grade)
Language tests
- IELTS 6.0
- TOEFL iBT 78
- PTE Academic 53
- Duolingo 100
Documents you’ll need
- Passport copy
- Academic transcripts
- Graduation certificate
- English proficiency evidence
- Statement of purpose where requested
- Financial support evidence
How to apply
- Review the admission requirements for Diploma of Animal Science Technology Dairy Science. Prepare academic transcripts
- Graduation evidence
- Language results
- required supporting documents. Complete the application to Lakeland College. Submit the required documents and pay the application fee. Monitor the applicant portal for the admission decision. If admitted
- Accept the offer and pay any required deposit. Complete study permit or visa requirements where applicable.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $16,118 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $90 CAD |
| Deposit | $1,500 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | Vermilion campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Agricultural Sciences |
| Department | Science |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 60 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 3 years |
| Scholarship note | _ |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
1 Jun 2027
199 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
The next deadline is 1 Jun 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $16,118 CAD per year. The application fee is $90 CAD. The deposit is $1,500 CAD. The estimated living cost is $22,380 CAD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 78, PTE Academic 53, Duolingo 100.