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Bachelor of Science (Veterinary Bioscience)
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Duration3 year(s)
Tuition FeeAUD 53,500 / Year(s)
Next IntakeFebruary 1, 2024
Bachelor of Science (Veterinary Bioscience)
About
Join a tight-knit community of students at the School of Animal and Veterinary Sciences - the only one in South Australia. Our educators use real-world experience and practical training in their teaching, with many currently practicing in the veterinary industry. In this program, you will:
- explore the anatomy, physiology and behaviour of normal animals and identify the pathogenic organisms that attack them
- learn about animal handling and husbandry
- experience real industry settings including farms and intensive production facilities
- undertake a significant amount of hands-on animal work, starting in semester 1
- access our $37 million purpose-built veterinary teaching and research facilities.
Requirements
Entry Requirements
International Baccalaureate
English Requirements
- PTEMin 65
- IELTSMin 7
- TOEFLMin 94
Career
Career Readiness
As a graduate of the bachelor degree, you'll find employment opportunities in:
- government agencies
- livestock and agricultural management
- livestock production and nutrition
- private companies
- zoos and animal welfare organisations.
The University of Adelaide Careers Service prepares, inspires and empowers students to achieve successful career transitions and connect with industry.
Graduate Attributes
The objective of this program is to produce graduates with specific attributes as outlined in University of Adelaide Graduate Attributes.- Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
- Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
- Teamwork and communication skills
- Professionalism and leadership readiness
- Intercultural and ethical competency
- Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural competency
- Digital capabilities
- Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Industry Placement
Throughout your degree, you'll undertake several placements at locations such as farms and intensive production facilities. Placements can often be undertaken throughout Australia. Overseas placements are also possible, pending approval.
You must complete 12 weeks of Animal Husbandry Extra Mural Studies (AHEMS) during the University vacations.
This includes specific requirements for gaining experience with particular groups of animals, especially cattle, sheep and horses.
Some courses have further requirements for extra mural experience.
Professional Accreditation
Our veterinary science program is comprised of two degrees: the Bachelor of Science (Veterinary Bioscience) and the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (Masters by Coursework (Extended).
To practice as a veterinarian, you must complete both degrees, which is six years in total.
The veterinary science program at the University of Adelaide has been granted accreditation by the Australasian Veterinary Boards Council (AVBC), the Veterinary Surgeons' Board of Hong Kong and the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (UK).
This means when you graduate from your Masters, you'll be eligible for registration as a veterinarian in Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Singapore, the United Kingdom and Hong Kong.
Potential careers
Pathway to Veterinary Medicine
Fee Information
Application Fee 110
How to Apply
Online application checklist
- Complete the student agreement (IDP applicants only)
- Attach the following as PDF files
- Academic transcripts and graduation certificates for all school and tertiary studies you have undertaken (original language and certified English translations)
- Official English testing results from IELTS, TOEFL, Pearson or Cambridge CAE/CPE (if applicable)
- Syllabus of subjects if you wish to be considered for advanced standing (credit transfer)
- Any professional qualification or memberships you may have
- A copy of your passport and visa (if applicable)
- Payment of AUD $110 for the Application Fee (required upon submission)
System Requirements
The application site is optimised for:
- Chrome 30, Internet Explorer 11, Firefox 27, Safari 7.
- You must use an English language keyboard
- Your screen area needs to be set at least at 1024 x 768 pixels or higher resolution to ensure you are able to view the Scroll Bars and Continue buttons within the services
Bachelor of Science (Veterinary Bioscience)
University of Adelaide
Australia, Adelaide