Bachelor of Veterinary Biology / Bachelor of Veterinary Science
Wagga Wagga, Australia
DURATION
6 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
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TUITION FEES
AUD 63,600 / per year
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
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Introduction
CRISCO code: 068968D
Do you have a passion for animal health and welfare? The Bachelor of Veterinary Biology / Bachelor of Veterinary Science double degree from Charles Sturt University will prepare you for a career as a registered veterinarian in Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, Singapore, the United Kingdom and South Africa.
This veterinary science degree was developed in close consultation with the veterinary industry to answer the needs of rural and regional communities for veterinarians who have the knowledge and skills to work with farm livestock and horses, companion animals and wildlife.
Course highlights
Industry-relevant
This veterinary biology and veterinary science degree aim to provide highly competent veterinary graduates with a strong commitment to animal health, welfare and research, and to the development and protection of animal industries.
Build key networks while you study
Besides your workplace learning placements and clinical rotations, you'll study at a single rural site for the six years of your course. Placements create a strong sense of connection between staff and students at all levels of the program. Charles Sturt University also enjoys the support of an enthusiastic and engaged regional community; ready access to a wide range of veterinary practices and farms; and the relaxed, enjoyable and affordable lifestyle which comes with living in a thriving regional centre of more than 60,000 people.
A holistic learning experience
You'll develop skills in the diagnosis and management of disease in all common species of farm animals (cattle, sheep, pigs, poultry and fish) and companion animals (horses, dogs and cats). The course provides a solid grounding in agricultural production systems and the integration of nutrition, genetics, economics and epidemiology for the optimal management of herds and flocks. Practical sessions with live animals start in your first week and continue throughout the course. In addition to your scientific and clinical skills training, you'll also develop a range of life and business skills that will help you in your work as a rural and/or regional veterinarian.
Secure a highly valued learning experience
Admission to this course is highly competitive, with approximately 350 applications received for the 66 available places each year. Successful applicants are required to demonstrate excellent academic achievements, superior communication skills, and a genuine commitment to animals, livestock industries and to working in rural and regional communities.
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Curriculum
Subjects
For each 8-point subject you are enrolled in, you should expect to spend 10 to 12 hours per week working on assignments and assigned readings, tutorial assistance, individual or group research/study, forum activity, workplace learning, and attending lectures, residential schools, or examinations.
If you are studying four subjects per session, this is equivalent to a full-time job. The workload for some subjects may vary as a result of the approved course design.
This course consists of 384 points for both Pass and Honours streams.
Key Subjects
- Veterinary Histology and Immunology
- Veterinary Anatomy
- Comparative Anatomy
- Veterinary Physiology
- Applied Veterinary Physiology
- Principles of Pathobiology
Core subjects for both Pass and Honours streams (360 points; 45 subjects)
- Animal Genetics
- Veterinary Reproduction
- Animal Nutrition
- Ruminant Production and Welfare
- Foundations and Techniques in Biochemistry
- Chemistry for Dental and Veterinary Sciences
- First Nations Foundations: Knowing, relating and understanding Country
- Animal Production and Welfare
- Fundamentals of Veterinary Cell Biology
- Pastures and Profits in Grazing Systems
- Veterinary Practice 1
- Veterinary Practice 2
- Veterinary Histology and Immunology
- Veterinary Anatomy
- Comparative Anatomy
- Veterinary Physiology
- Applied Veterinary Physiology
- Principles of Pathobiology
- Principles of Clinical and Systematic Pathology
- Veterinary Microbiology and Parasitology
- Veterinary Pharmacology, Diagnostics and Therapeutics
- Veterinary Epidemiology
- Diagnosis and Critical Thinking in Veterinary Science
- Applied Veterinary Nutrition and Production
- Population Medicine
- Production Animal Medicine 1
- Companion Animal Medicine and Surgery 1
- Public Health and Biosecurity 1
- Companion Animal Medicine and Surgery 2
- Production Animal Medicine 2
- Companion Animal Medicine and Surgery 3
- Clinical Practice 1
- Clinical Practice 2
- Clinical Practice 3
- Companion Animal Medicine and Surgery 4
- Public Health and Biosecurity 2
- Transition to the Profession
- Clinical Rotation 1 - Equine Practice
- Clinical Rotation 2 - Small Animal Practice
- Clinical Rotation 3 - Dairy Cattle Practice
- Clinical Rotation 4 - Rural Practice
- Clinical Rotation 5 - Veterinary Diagnostic Services
- Clinical Rotation 9 - State Veterinary Medicine
- Clinical Rotation 10 - Clinical Extramural Studies 3
- Veterinary Professional Practice
Restricted elective subjects for Pass stream only (24 points)
24 points chosen from:
- Clinical Rotation 6 - Specialism Practice
- Clinical Rotation 7 – Advanced Practice
- Clinical Rotation 8 - Mixed Practice
Compulsory subjects for Honours stream only (16 points; 1 subject)
HRS418 Science Honours Project/Dissertation (16 points)
Restricted elective subjects for Honours stream only (8 points)
8 points chosen from:
- Clinical Rotation 6 - Specialism Practice
- Clinical Rotation 7 – Advanced Practice
Career Opportunities
Pursue a career in clinical practice
Work in a veterinary clinic with animal owners, producers and communities to provide veterinary services, such as medicine, surgery and optimising herd/flock health and production. You'll be able to use the skills and knowledge you have developed throughout the course, such as diagnostic imaging, anesthesiology, reproduction and clinical reasoning.
Become an industry specialist
You may choose to specialise in one area of practice, such as dairy, equine or pigs, or become a herd health consultant or a nutrition or genetics specialist in a commercial farming organisation. Use your expertise to resolve challenges in the health and disease management of individual animals, herds and flocks.
Protect public health
Implement on-farm biosecurity and hygienic practices, and assess quality assurance systems with regard to the production of food for human consumption. Working with government authorities, assess and communicate risks relating to outbreak investigations and other emerging public health issues.