Bachelor of Science / Doctor of Veterinary Medicine

Do you want to be a veterinarian?

Western Australia’s only Veterinary Science course will provide you with the opportunity to develop the knowledge, skills and practical experience necessary to solve the existing and emerging problems of our companion animals, livestock and wildlife.A science-based approach and hands-on experience will prepare you for the highest standard of work in the veterinary industry.To become a qualified veterinarian, you will need to complete a three-year, 6 semester Bachelor of Science (Veterinary Biology) that progresses into an integrated two-year, 6 trimester DVM (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine).

You are therefore able to complete your full qualification over 5 calendar years.Students with prior university study in a relevant discipline may be eligible for advanced standing for first year units, with an opportunity for an accelerated option to complete an additional mandatory first year unit over summer.

These students can be considered for entry into the second year of the veterinary course, thereby completing the degree over 4 calendar years.6 reasons to study Veterinary Science at MurdochFive-star rating for skills development for Veterinary Science.* *Source:

Good Universities Guide 2020 Be able to register as a veterinarian, to diagnose and treat diseases of animals, and to care for their health and welfare.

Develop knowledge and skills that you can use to help your clients and their animals.

Learn real-world skills in facilities that include veterinary teaching hospitals, clinics and working farm, all located on the Perth campus.

Extend your experience with all species of animals by completing placements with animal shelters, the Perth Zoo and a wide range of farms and veterinary practices, both in Australia and internationally.

Class sizes are restricted, so that you can make the most of the knowledge and practical training provided by some of the best veterinary teaching staff in Australia and beyond.

Core 3 credit points

Required Units 3 credit points

Major 138 credit points

Options 3 credit points

General Electives 3 credit points

Advanced Standing

Everyone has a different path to university so if you’ve already completed formal or informal learning, you could receive advanced standing. Also known as recognition of prior learning, advanced standing can reduce the amount of study needed to complete your degree by giving you credit for certain units.

Formal learning can include previous study in higher education vocational education or adult and community education. Informal learning can include on the job learning, various kinds of work and life experience.

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Adjustment for Murdoch RISE

Murdoch RISE is a selection rank adjustment, as part of our commitment to helping students from regional, Indigenous and low socio-economic backgrounds gain university entry.

If you achieve an ATAR of 60.00 - 89.95, a Murdoch RISE adjustment factor of up to 10.00 points may help you get into your preferred course. Murdoch RISE can increase your selection rank up to a maximum of 90.00.

There’s no application or need to register. If you are eligible, the adjustment factor is automatically added to your raw ATAR score when you apply.

 

This information applies to courses offered at our Australian campuses only. Courses offered at our Dubai, Singapore and Myanmar campuses or delivered by Open Universities Australia may have different requirements.