University of Arizona - Arizona

Course Details

Bachelor of Science in Veterinary Science

Course Description

This program applies the biomedical sciences to the health and welfare of animals and studies the public health aspects of human-animal relationships. Students explore human-animal relationships; animal reproduction, anatomy and physiology; the care of animal populations; microbiology; disease ecology and pathology. LEARNING OUTCOMES Application of knowledge; Relate basic veterinary science and biomedical knowledge to practical and real-life applications Critical appraisal of scientific literature Applying biological principles to vet science; Apply molecular and cellular biological principles and mechanisms to organismal and population manifestations of animal health and disease Health vs Disease states of animals; Differentiate normal animal anatomy and physiology vs pathologies in disease states of animals Diagnosis and treatment of animal disease; Formulate a simple diagnostic and treatment plan for some of the most common animal diseases Emerging, Zoonotic Disease; Develop ideas, plans, or approaches that combat new-emerging diseases, zoonotic and non-zoonotic diseases that are spread through animal-to-animal and animal-to-human transmission Uses and roles of animals; Identify the uses and roles of animals and the importance of the human-animal bond in society

Course Duration

NumberDuration
4year

Career outcomes

career-related jobs




Bachelor of Science in Veterinary Science University of Arizona - Arizona