Program Overview

Introduction to the Bachelor of Veterinary Biology/Bachelor of Veterinary Science

The Bachelor of Veterinary Biology/Bachelor of Veterinary Science is an accredited double degree program offered by Charles Sturt University. This program is designed to prepare students for a career as a registered veterinarian in Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, Singapore, the United Kingdom, and South Africa.

Key Information

• Study Mode and Sessions: On Campus, with the next session starting on March 2, 2026.
• Duration: Minimum of 6 years.
• Entry Score: 90.
• Indicative Fees:
  • International on-campus: $72,080.00 per annum (full-time, fee-paying overseas).
  • Note: Fees are indicative only and based on full-time study.

Why Study with Us?

• Industry Relevant: The program aims to provide highly competent veterinary graduates with a strong commitment to animal health, welfare, and research.
• Build Key Networks: Students study at a single rural site for the six years of the course, creating a strong sense of connection between staff and students.
• Holistic Learning Experience: Develop skills in the diagnosis and management of disease in all common species of farm animals and companion animals.

Career Opportunities

• Veterinarian
• Veterinary Surgeon/Veterinary Clinician
• Herd Management Consultant
• Biosecurity and Government Officer

What You Will Study

The course includes a range of subjects that provide a solid grounding in agricultural production systems, animal nutrition, genetics, economics, and epidemiology. Practical experience with live animals starts in the first week and continues throughout the course.

Core 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 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
• Applied 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

Compulsory Subjects

• Clinical Rotation 6 - Specialism Practice
• Clinical Rotation 7 - Advanced Practice
• Clinical Rotation 8 - Mixed Practice

Costs

• Course Fees: Indicative only, based on full-time study. Check the course duration and graduation requirements to determine your study load.
• Payment Options:
  • Pay all of your student contribution up front direct to the university.
  • Pay part of your student contribution to the university and defer the balance via a HECS-HELP loan through the Australian Government (if eligible).
  • Defer all of your student contribution via a HECS-HELP loan through the Australian Government (if eligible).

Entry Requirements

• Selection Rank: 90
• Academic Entry Requirements:
  • A completed Higher School Certificate (or equivalent) with a minimum ATAR of 90.00, inclusive of adjustment factors.
  • 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.
• Non-Academic Requirements:
  • Evidence of commitment to veterinary science through leadership activities and involvement in rural and regional communities, animals, and livestock industries.
  • Completion of the situational judgement CASPER test on the allocated test dates as outlined in the Supplementary Application Pack.
• Language Requirements:
  • Applicants 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.
  • If this requirement is not met, applicants 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.

Credit and Pathways

• Credit: If you’ve completed relevant tertiary study or work experience related to your course, you could receive credit towards your degree.
• Pathways: Several admission pathways are available to help you take the step into your preferred course, even if you don't quite meet the entry requirements at first.

How to Apply

• Apply via UAC: Refer to key dates on the UAC website.
• Apply via VTAC: Refer to key dates on the VTAC website.
• Apply directly to Charles Sturt: Important dates include the application closing date of September 12, 2025. This course does not accept late or extended applications. Only on-time applications will be considered for admission.

Related Courses

• Bachelor of Animal Science
• Bachelor of Equine Science
• Bachelor of Science
• Bachelor of Veterinary Technology
• Master of Veterinary Studies (Research)
• Doctor of Veterinary Studies