Bachelor of Veterinary Biology/Bachelor of Veterinary Science

Charles Sturt University

Australia, Port Macquarie

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Charles Sturt University

Australia , Port Macquarie

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Wagga Wagga

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines3-Mar-2026

Apply to this program

Go to the official application for the university

Duration 6 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 72,080 / year

Next Intake 3-Mar-2026

Bachelor of Veterinary Biology/Bachelor of Veterinary Science

About

The Bachelor of Veterinary Biology / Bachelor of Veterinary Science double degree aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills to work successfully in diverse professional roles, and to foster a strong commitment to animal and public health, rural and regional communities, animal industries, animal production, welfare and research. Graduates will be recognised as adaptable and highly employable, with well-developed practical and interpersonal skills, proficiency in problem solving and critical thinking, and a commitment to lifelong learning and professional development.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Vaccination Requirements required prior to study

Students commencing the Bachelor of Veterinary Biology/Veterinary Science will be required to be vaccinated against both Q Fever and Tetanus before commencing study on campus.

The Q Fever vaccine, Q-Vax, will require pre-vaccination screening and can be delivered by your general practitioner. Please refer to the Government Q Fever Vaccination Fact Sheet for further information.

The Tetanus vaccine is also available from your general practitioner and requires to be updated with a booster every 10 years. If you have already received your Tetanus vaccination you will need to provide evidence that his has been received within the indicated timeframe. Please refer to the Government Tetanus Fact Sheet for further information.

More information regarding vaccination requirements can be found in the Requirements tab on the Workplace Learning website.

APPLICANTS WITH HIGHER EDUCATION STUDY

Successful completion of one year full-time student load (EFTSL) university level study (AQF level 7 Bachelor Degree or higher) meeting the minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) that is equivalent to an ATAR of 90.00 as set by UAC each year. GPAs are calculated from subjects with completed substantive grades (FL to HD or equivalent) from the most recent program of study that completes at least one EFTSL.

AND

A Supplementary Application Pack

AND

An interview with Charles Sturt University staff and representatives

APPLICANTS WITH VOCATIONAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING (VET) STUDY

Applicants must have appropriate higher education studies AQF level 7 or higher or secondary education.

APPLICANTS WITH WORK AND LIFE EXPERIENCE

Applicants must have appropriate higher education studies AQF level 7 or higher or recent secondary education.

APPLICANTS WITH RECENT SECONDARY EDUCATION

A completed Higher School Certificate (or equivalent), with a minimum ATAR of 90.00, inclusive of adjustment factors.

AND

A Supplementary Application Pack

AND

An interview with Charles Sturt University staff and representatives

Academic Requirements

Although there are no formal prerequisites for the Veterinary Science course at Charles Sturt, it is highly recommended that school leavers will have studied one or more science disciplines and high-level mathematics at Year 12 level and university students will have studied a science based degree at university. If you have not studied these subjects and are accepted to the course, it is strongly recommended you undertake a STUDY LINK subject before commencing the degree.

The following three points apply to any applicants who wish to be considered for entry into the Bachelor of Veterinary Biology / Bachelor of Veterinary Science;

Tertiary study must have been undertaken within the last seven years. For study that was completed longer than this, evidence must be provided of continuing professional development related to the area of study,
There is no special pathway for mature aged students,
STAT test scores, ATAR equivalents or Unilearn are not considered.

All applicants must be able to meet the selection criteria and also be able to meet one of the categories listed in the academic requirements below. Approximately half the applicants to this course have previously studied at university.

School leavers, gap year students and university students who will not have completed one EFTSL by the end of the current year require;

A minimum ATAR of 90.00 for applicants who attended a metropolitan school, or 85.00 for applicants who are eligible to receive the CSU Regional Location Adjustment,
An OP of approximately 6* for Queensland applicants who attended school in a metropolitan area or approximately 8* for Queensland applicants who are eligible to receive the CSU Regional Location Adjustment an IB of approximately 34 (IB scores are not eligible to receive the CSU Regional Location Adjustment).

For applicants to be eligible to receive the Charles Sturt Regional Location Adjustment, they must have attended a non-metropolitan school for their final two years of high school.

Students who have previously attended university

UNDERGRADUATE APPLICANTS

One or two EFTSL in their most recent program of study - a minimum GPA of 5.10 (as set by UAC to be an equivalent of an ATAR of 90.00) calculated from substantive graded subjects equivalent to at least 0.75 EFTSL.
Three or more EFTSL in their most recent program of study - a minimum GPA of 4.80 (as set by UAC to be an equivalent of an ATAR of 90.00)

Please note: The Grade Point Average (GPA) is calculated as the average over all sessions in which you studied in your most recent program of study. Only substantive grades (FL to HD or equivalent) contribute to a GPA, eg a GPA of 5.00 is equivalent to a Credit average.

POSTGRADUATE APPLICANTS

Master:

Coursework Master: Completed at least one EFTSL in their most recent program of study, with a GPA minimum of 4.80
Completed Research Master

PhD:

Completed PhD

For consideration of other postgraduate qualifications not listed, please contact the Veterinary Science Course Administration Officer by email: FOSH-Course@csu.edu.au

Supplementary Application Pack

The Supplementary Application Pack provides the opportunity to demonstrate your commitment to animals, livestock industries, veterinary science and rural / regional communities.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

Detailed instructions on applying are included within the form;
The form must be uploaded with your UAC application; and
Incomplete or late applications will not be accepted.

Interviews

Applicants deemed to be competitive, based on the application for admission and the supplementary pack, will be invited to interview.
The aim of the interview is to provide an opportunity for you to demonstrate your communication skills and further discuss your interest in and commitment to animal production and rural and regional veterinary practice.
Initial interviews are held over four business days, in late November and early December.
A further day of interviews may be offered in January

Offers

Offers will be sent to successful interviewees following each UAC offer round in December and January.
Direct offers may be made from February
Due to multiple offer rounds, interviewees may not receive notification of their outcome until all UAC and direct offers have been accepted in February/March.

English Program Requirements

Students not from an English speaking background must provide IELTS results (academic module) with a minimum overall score of 7 and a minimum score of 7 in each of the four components (listening, reading, writing and speaking), or equivalent test.

Students from an English speaking background must have attended and satisfactorily completed at least six years of primary and secondary education taught and assessed solely in English in a recognised country (Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Republic of Ireland, South Africa, United Kingdom or United States of America) including at least two years between years 7 and 12.

Career

Contribute positively to the veterinary profession and the communities they serve.
Demonstrate autonomy, agency and appropriate time management skills to ensure completion of all assessment, self-directed and peer learning tasks within specified time frames.
Demonstrate advanced problem-solving and decision-making skills derived from authentic learning activities and interaction with rural and/or regional livestock producers, veterinary and associated professionals.
Identify and critically evaluate different sources of information, and use that information to solve problems.
Use their experiences and well-developed interpersonal skills to function effectively in diverse workplaces.
Maintain a culture of inquiry, support and lifelong learning.
Develop knowledge and problem-solving skills through inquiry and achievement.
Demonstrate literacy and numeracy skills related to professional activities.
Demonstrate satisfactory knowledge of basic and applied sciences relating to veterinary biology, and with an emphasis on the livestock industries, animal and public health, productivity and welfare.
Work proficiently in a range of professional vocations.
Display high-level oral and written communication capabilities.
Meet competency standards articulated by CSU Graduate Learning Outcomes, SAEVS Veterinary Graduate Attributes, Australian Veterinary Boards Council Attributes of Veterinary Graduates and the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons Day 1 Competences.
Demonstrate a commitment to continuing personal and professional development, and the ability to manage time and personal resources to ensure sustainable and productive professional activity.
Find employment, remain and prosper in rural and/or regional Australia.
Fulfil registration requirements for veterinary practice in all Australian states and territories, New Zealand, UK and South Africa.
Demonstrate and utilise skills and knowledge required to advance the health and welfare of all animal species, with an emphasis on profitable livestock industries.
Utilise skills and knowledge to contribute to the animal sciences and to practice in a rapidly changing world.
Continue to contribute to veterinary science and veterinary practice in a rapidly changing world.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 72,080

Application Fee

AUD

How to Apply

Step 1: Choose your degree

Choose from a wide range of courses at Charles Sturt University. Wherever you want to take your career – in IT, nursing, education, healthcare, science or any other industry – we’ve got the right course for you.

Step 2: Understand your entry requirements

International students must meet minimum academic and English language requirements to be eligible to study with us.

Step 3: Before you apply

You've found the course you want to study and now it's time to get organised for your Australian adventure. Before you apply, it's a good idea to get familiar with your new destination and all the things you will need to do to make your transition smooth. Our live and work and before you arrive pages are great places to start to help you with that checklist.

Step 4: Check if you are eligible for credit

Charles Sturt University highly values and recognises a range of overseas qualifications, and has developed advanced standing arrangements with institutions in various countries.

Step 5: Prepare supporting documentation

Do you need to include official documentation with your application? If so, it may need verification as a true and accurate copy. Check below to see if your documents need to be verified.

Verify your documents

If you are an international applicant, you can submit scanned verified copies or scanned original copies of all your official documentation, except for the courses listed below.

The following information explains if your documents do need to be verified. This is important, as documents not correctly verified as a "true and accurate" copy will result in delays in the processing of your application and its consideration for admission. Please don't send originals as we don't return documents.

Who can verify copies for you?

For international documents/qualifications:

your employed agent submitting your application and documents on your behalf
Australian Embassy official
High Commission or Trade Mission official
Public Notary
Australian Justice of the Peace with a registration number.

How should the authorised officer verify each document?

On each page you are submitting, they must write:

'This is a true copy of the original document sighted by me.'

Then sign and print the following details:

name
address
business hours telephone number
profession, occupation or organisation
the current date.

They must include the official stamp or seal of the verifier's organisation on the copy if the organisation has such a stamp.

In addition to the above, a Justice of the Peace must also print their registration number and the state in which they are registered as a Justice of the Peace.

Documents not verified or not verified correctly

Charles Sturt University is not permitted to process:

documents that have been verified by an immediate relative or a person residing at the same address as an applicant
photocopied documents that have not been verified
documents that have not been correctly verified
documents verified by a Justice of the Peace without a registration number.

Step 6: Understand your responsibilities and expectations as an international student

The Australian Government requires international student visa holders to ensure that they meet the obligations and conditions of their visa type. It is your responsibility to ensure that they comply with these obligations and conditions at all times. Your enrolment at Charles Sturt University may be cancelled for failing to meet the University's policies and procedures and the University is required by Australian Law to report any breaches of visa conditions, which may include:

Not paying your fees.
Not maintaining satisfactory course progress.
Failing to maintain a full-time load without Charles Sturt University's permission.
Failure to enrol in a term of study.
Academic or general misconduct.

You should also understand all the terms and conditions of accepting an offer to study with us.