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Students
Tuition Fee
AUD 71,688
Per year
Start Date
Medium of studying
On campus
Duration
60 months
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Bachelors
Major
Animal Health Care | Animal Science | Veterinary Medicine
Area of study
Veterinary
Education type
On campus
Timing
Full time
Course Language
English
Tuition Fee
Average International Tuition Fee
AUD 71,688
Intakes
Program start dateApplication deadline
2025-01-01-
About Program

Program Overview


Bachelor of Veterinary Science (Honours)

Overview

The Bachelor of Veterinary Science (Honours) is a five-year full-time degree that equips students with the skills to support animal health and welfare, communicate solutions to complex problems, and implement and monitor treatment and management plans. The program has a strong focus on rural and remote contexts, preparing students to take their degree anywhere.


Fast Facts

  • Location: Townsville
  • Commencing: January
  • Fees: $11,920.00+ (estimated annual Commonwealth Supported fee for a full-time study load)
  • Duration: 5 years full-time
  • Entry Requirements: English, Mathematical Methods, Chemistry (Units 3/4,C); Recommended Knowledge: Biology (Units 3/4,C); Special entry requirements apply

Course Detail

The Bachelor of Veterinary Science (Honours) degree is designed to equip students with the skills to diagnose, treat, manage, and prevent disease in a wide range of companion, production, aquatic, and native animals. Students will gain strong foundational knowledge throughout their degree, as well as specialized rural and tropical veterinary science skills.


Career Opportunities

JCU Veterinary Science (Honours) graduates are internationally recognized as multi-skilled, highly competent professionals who are committed to the health and welfare of animals. Graduates can work in a variety of settings, including veterinary clinics, veterinary hospitals, government, universities, pharmaceutical industries, agriculture, biosecurity, quarantine, public health, zoos, and wildlife sanctuaries.


Admissions Transparency Data

  • Entry Score Threshold: These are the lowest adjusted scores we made an offer to in Semester 1, 2024.
  • Entry Score Range: This table shows the range of entry scores for recent secondary students offered a place in the Bachelor of Veterinary Science (Honours) for Semester 1, 2024.

Inherent Requirements

Inherent requirements are the identified abilities, attributes, skills, and behaviors that must be demonstrated, during the learning experience, to successfully complete a course.


Honours

The Honours component of this degree is embedded into the course.


Fees and Scholarships

Estimated annual Commonwealth Supported fee: $AUD11,920.00. A variety of Scholarships are available to suit different student types.


Pathways to JCU

JCU Prep is an available pathway into this course. Successful completion of this flexible program can enable you to meet subject prerequisites for this degree. Introductory academic subjects are also available to prepare you for tertiary study.


How to Apply

You need to submit applications via the QTAC Portal and the JCU Application Portal for the Bachelor of Veterinary Science (Honours). Follow the steps outlined in the process to prepare and apply for Medicine, Dentistry, and Veterinary Science courses at JCU.


Real Stories

  • Zoe Walker: Bachelor of Veterinary Science
  • Aaron Lau: Bachelor of Veterinary Science
  • Dr. Brooke Schampers: Bachelor of Veterinary Science
  • Professor John Cavalieri: Academic Head, Veterinary Sciences
  • Dr. Graham Lauridsen: Director - Tropical Vet Services

Real-World Experience

The flying vet: From rhinos in Africa to horses in Mongolia. Learn More.


Contact

For more information, please contact the JCU Future Students Team.


Disclaimer

We acknowledge Aboriginal People and Torres Strait Islander People as the first inhabitants of the nation, and acknowledge Traditional Custodians of the Australian lands where our staff and students live, learn, and work. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are advised that this site may contain names, images, or voices of people who have passed away.


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Program Outline

Careers:

JCU Veterinary Science (Honours) graduates are internationally recognised as multi-skilled, highly competent professionals who are committed to the health and welfare of animals. Our degree allows you to practice as a veterinarian in Australia. Our graduates practise in a variety of settings. These include veterinary clinics, veterinary hospitals, government, universities, pharmaceutical industries, agriculture, biosecurity, quarantine, public health, zoos and wildlife sanctuaries. Many pursue research in animal and allied health fields. You will also be eligible to practise in New Zealand and the United Kingdom.

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