Structure and anatomy of non-ruminant and ruminant animals. Physiological processes in growth and development, digestion, lactation, reproduction and egg laying. Animal health, disease prevention and control. Natural and acquired immunity. Role of specific and non-specific immunity. Key concepts in thermal balances in farm animals. Thermal exchanges in farm animals. Generic adaptation and animal responses to climate change and thermal stress. Animal biotechnology and impact on animal science and sustainability of animal production.