Charles Sturt University

Course Details

Bachelor of Veterinary Biology / Bachelor of Veterinary Science

Course Description

CSU's Bachelor of Veterinary Biology / Bachelor of Veterinary Science double degree is a six-year program that prepares graduates for a career as a registered veterinarian in Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, the United Kingdom and South Africa. CSU's Bachelor of Veterinary Biology / Bachelor of Veterinary Science arose from the need of rural communities for more veterinarians who wish to live and work in regional areas and who have the knowledge and skills to work with a broad range of animal species, from farm livestock to horses, companion animals and wildlife. The course has been designed in close consultation with the veterinary industry to address these needs and aims 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. Graduates will be able to pursue a career as a veterinarian in Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, the United Kingdom and South Africa.

Course Duration

NumberDuration
6year

Career outcomes

Upon completion of the course, all students will have achieved the necessary graduate attributes to practise as a registered veterinarian in Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, the United Kingdom and South Africa. Veterinarians may be employed in private practice and in herd management consultancy, the public sector, research and diagnostic services, pharmaceutical research and development, and captive animal health. Graduates of CSU's Bachelor Veterinary Biology / Bachelor of Veterinary Science enjoy outstanding employment prospects, with most being sought after by highly respected veterinary practices. To date, all Veterinary Science graduates seeking jobs have readily found employment, the vast majority in regional areas. As your final year finishes in August, you get an early start on choosing a job and commencing your professional life.

Bachelor of Veterinary Biology / Bachelor of Veterinary Science Charles Sturt University