If you’re interested in a career in veterinary medicine, this program will provide you with the fundamental knowledge you need to launch into your education and career. You’ll be eligible to apply to veterinary schools after just two years.
To be considered for admission to this program, you must meet minimum academic criteria:
Admission to many Dalhousie programs is competitive. This means that meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
Minimum overall average: 75%
Academic English 12
Pre-calculus Math 12*
Three additional academic subjects
*If you don't have the appropriate pre-calculus math class, but are otherwise qualified, you may be admitted on the condition that you complete a Grade 12 pre-calculus equivalent upgrading course before you arrive at Dalhousie.
To enter the program, students enrolled in the BSc (Bioveterinary Science) Major program must:
Have a cumulative GPA of 3.3 or higher after their second year of study
Test: International English Language Testing System (IELTS)
Minimum score: Overall: 6.5, Bands: 6.0
Submit a copy of the IELTS Test Form Report via email after you have submitted your application to [email protected] for verification.
Test: Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or TOEFL at Home (online)
Minimum score: Overall: 90, Bands: 20
Request the results be sent to Dalhousie University from the tester directly.
Test: Duolingo English Test
Minimum score: Overall: 120
Request the results be sent to Dalhousie University from Duolingo directly.
Test: Academic
Minimum score: Overall: 61, Communicative skills scores: 50
Request the results be sent to Dalhousie University from the tester directly.
Bioveterinary Science can be your launching point for a career as a veterinarian. Our graduates can also follow a wide range of other paths to success. The broad science education and specialized knowledge of animals you obtain in Bioveterinary Science prepares you for careers in animal nutrition, conservation, research, animal welfare and so much more.
After completing an honours degree in Bioveterinary Science, you will be well prepared to pursue graduate studies in areas such as animal science, animal conservation, zoology, or animals and public policy.
Canada, Halifax
