Bachelor of Science (Veterinary Bioscience) - North Terrace Campus, Roseworthy Campus

Veterinarians are dedicated to the wellbeing of animals.

They are scientists, surgeons, carers, and lifelong learners.Our Bachelor of Science (Veterinary Bioscience) is ranked 43rd in the world for veterinary sciences and has a Five Star Excellence in Research Australia ranking.*

The first year level involves studies at both North Terrace and Roseworthy campuses, while later year levels of the program will be based at the Roseworthy campus. Students must satisfactorily complete 12 weeks of Animal Husbandry Extra Mural Studies (AHEMS).Students will undertake placements at various locations, including farms and intensive production facilities. After consultation with the Extra Mural Studies coordinator, placements can be undertaken, throughout Australia. Overseas placements are possible, pending approval. Students will be expected to travel to locations and the capacity to drive would be an advantage.There are inherent requirements associated with the Bachelor of Science (Veterinary Bioscience) that prospective students need to be aware of before applying. These requirements include, but are not limited to, physical fitness, physical capacity to learn how to handle a range of large and small animals; required vaccinations (specifically Q fever); and effective written communication. Applicants must read the Inherent Requirements and Vaccination Guidelines before submitting their applications. See 'Useful Links' listed below for further details. By applying for this program, applicants are accepting these Inherent Requirements and Vaccination Guidelines.  

Academic Program Rules

The Calendar is a comprehensive handbook of the University's academic program rules.

Bachelor of Science (Veterinary Bioscience)

Example Study Plan

Indicative study plan Year1 S1 ANIML SC 1017RW Animal Handling & Husbandry I (Vet Bio) BIOLOGY 1510 Biology I: Molecules, Genes & Cells (Vet Bio) CHEM 1510 Chemistry IA (Vet Bio)ORCHEM 1511 Foundations of Chemistry IA (Vet Bio) PHYSICS 1501 Physics for the Life & Earth Sciences I (Vet Bio)ORPHYSICS 1508 Physical Aspects of Nature I (Vet Bio) S2 ANIML SC 1018RW Principles in Animal Behaviour, Welfare & Ethics I (Vet Bio) BIOLOGY 1520 Biology I: Organisms (Vet Bio) CHEM 1520 Chemistry IB (Vet Bio) ORCHEM 1521 Foundations of Chemistry IB (Vet Bio) STATS 1504 Statistical Practice I (Life Sciences) (Vet Bio) Year2 S1 VET SC 2530RW Animal and Plant Biochemistry (Vet Bio) II VET SC 2500RW Professional Skills in Veterinary Bioscience II VET SC 2510ARW Veterinary Anatomy & Physiology II (6 units) S2 ANIML SC 2505RW Animal Nutrition & Metabolism II (Vet Bio) ANIML SC 2508RW Genes & Inheritance II (Vet Bio) VET SC 2510BRW Veterinary Anatomy & Physiology II (6 units) Year 3 S1 VET SC 3520ARW Veterinary Anatomy & Physiology III Part 1(6 units) VET SC 3512RW Veterinary Immunology and Infectious Diseases III (6 units)  S2 VET SC 3520BRW Veterinary Anatomy & Physiology III Part 2 VET SC 3515RW Veterinary Parasitology III VET SC 3514RW Professional Skills in Veterinary Bioscience III VET SC 3516RW Veterinary Epidemiology & Evidence-Based Medicine III Work Based Training/Extra Mural StudiesA total of 12 weeks of extra-mural experience is required for entry in the DVM program (where 1 week is equivalent to a minimum of 40 hours over 5 working days). This can begin after the successful completion of ANIML SC 1017RW Animal Handling & Husbandry (Vet Bio) (or equivalent) and must be completed before the end of mid semester break Semester 2 of Level III of the program.

Assessment

Varies with individual courses and includes a combination of verbal presentations, written assignments, individual or group projects and theory and practical exams.

For those who are based in Adelaide, we will be offering a blended delivery mode that combines face-to-face with remote learning in as many courses as possible, taking into consideration social distancing and hygiene. All lectures will continue to be delivered online for the remainder of the year, with some exceptions.

For our students who are studying offshore for the remainder of the 2020 Academic Year, the University will continue to offer high-quality access to the learning resources remotely. This includes all lectures, tutorials and other support material. Students will be advised in advance if there are course components that cannot be provided in remote mode and, wherever possible, offered alternative courses.

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.

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Graduate Attributes

Adelaide Graduate Attributes

1. Deep discipline knowledge
2. Critical thinking and problem solving
3. Teamwork and communication skills
4. Career and leadership readiness
5. Intercultural and ethical competency
6. Self-awareness and emotional intelligence

Industry Placement

Professional Accreditation

Potential careers

Veterinarian, Zookeeper, Zoologist, Animal Technician, Bioinformatics, Pathway to Veterinary Medicine, Quarantine Officer, Science Communicators, Science Educators, Scientific Data Analyst, Animal Behaviourist, Animal Breeding, Animal Welfare, Animal Scientist, Scientific Officer, Government or Corporate Policy Adviser