Veterinary Degrees Online

To gain entry to the Bachelor of Veterinary Science/Bachelor of Veterinary Biology course, applicants are required to demonstrate:
a high level of academic ability through previous studies
an interest in, and commitment to, rural Australia, veterinary science and animal production
an understanding of the unique ethical and practical issues that confront veterinarians involved with rural practice and animal production
the capacity to communicate effectively both orally and in writing

Previous studies
Previous studies include:
the NSW Higher School Certificate or interstate/overseas equivalent
a completed or part-completed course of a university (equivalent to at least one year of full-time study)

NSW and interstate school leavers are normally selected on the basis of their Universities Admissions Index (UAI) or interstate equivalent. Currently no secondary school subjects are prerequisites for admission to the Bachelor of Veterinary Science/Bachelor of Veterinary Biology course however students with a strong interest in science would be expected to do chemistry if attending a school where it is offered.

The animal industry is a booming and growing industry. Recent years have seen an increase in biotechnological development within animal production as well as an expansion in animal health industries

More than half a billion dollars is spent yearly on animal health sales and almost as much again on its research in the US alone. This increased reliance on biological and veterinary sciences together with biotechnology, has created the need for appropriately trained scientists. Our new BSc (Hons) in Bioveterinary Science has been developed to support that need. It has been designed to meet the needs of students and employers looking for practical skills and knowledge in the professions allied to the practice of veterinary medicine and to that of the animal industry in general, and builds on the existing expertise and reputation of the Department in this field.

The Post-Graduate Program in Genetics and Animal Breeding aims to provide general physical and intellectual space for the academic training of graduates in the fields of genetics and animal breeding. Historically, this objective has guided the actions of the program since its establishment in 1985. Until that time the FCAV / UNESP campus de Jaboticabal, offered only a program of postgraduate studies in animal husbandry, with the predominant area for animal nutrition. However, the demand for professionals (teachers and researchers) with level of postgraduate studies in the field of animal breeding was great and was not answered.

In the last 10 years the demand for professionals who work in the area of genetics and animal breeding has increased. The development of new strategies for animal production, the need to meet a growing market demands, has as a consequence the search for a professional with this profile. Moreover, there are new job opportunities in the light of advances in the field of molecular genetics and its effect on the breeding of domestic animals and the conservation genetics.
Thus, the main objective of the program remains the training of professionals capable of teaching and research in the areas of animal genetics and breeding of livestock, to meet the needs of human resources of public and private institutions.

This objective has been achieved since the professionals trained by this program are working or giving continuity to their studies in areas focus (animal breeding and genetics), many of them as teachers or researchers in institutions of repute in our country and the outside.
Currently, the program has 13 permanent faculty, of which around 54% have productivity grants from CNPq. All accredited teachers and researchers in the Graduate Program in Genetics and Animal Breeding are developing activities with students in undergraduate courses, serving as teachers and / or guiding of monographs for graduation and / or work experience.

The level of scientific cooperation with other teachers of the current national and international institutions, with the presence of visiting professors, and outside of Brazil. The program also has received students from abroad, particularly in Argentina, Colombia, Peru and Uruguay.

By December of 2006 were 122 qualified teachers. Of these, 79 (64, 8%) are in the labor market, with 24.6% in public universities, 11.5% in research institutes, private universities in 13.9% and 14.8% in private companies. Twenty-six students (21.3%) continue their studies, conducting doctoral courses (18.8%) and post-doctoral degree (2.5%). The activities of the remaining 13.9% are not known.
The program offers scholarships, Masters (Capes + CNPq) and Ph.D. (Capes) and, thanks to the efforts of teachers and students has been approved grants from FAPESP, the Organization of American States (provided for foreign) and private companies .

The resolution UNESP 4 of 22/01/97 regulates the placement of teaching post-graduate students in graduate programs, allowing a training of student teaching with the allocation of credits, but without lengthening their time of titration. This last measure has provided a growing exchange between graduate and postgraduate studies. Such treatment has expanded the scope of the resolution of the CAPES, which set the stage for teaching of their stock.

In summary, the program includes: – Teaching staff with high qualifications and training appropriate to the profile of teachers and doctors in the areas of genetics and animal breeding – Infrastructure for excellence – Intense integration with the undergraduate courses – with exchange national and international institutions, research-development peak. Thus it has provided a training in research and education that has guaranteed the placement of graduates in the labor market

Profile of candidate

Possess a university degree from a recognized institution by the ICFES, preferably veterinarian or veterinarian Zootecnica Zootecnica or its equivalent abroad. Some lines will be accepted biologists, doctors, microbiologists, chemists and pharmaceutical chemists.

Graduate Profile

Professional researchers are critical graduates with training of highly qualified professionals with an academic environment by a trained teacher with excellent qualifications supported by a robust infrastructure linked to the physiology of pulmonary hypertension, Epidemiology and Quantitative Serological Diagnosis of Disease Bovine Reproduction and Avian Viral Diseases, Nutrition and Toxicology Design and Evaluation of food systems, Food and Nutrition models.

Aim

The program’s main objective is to encourage scientific research and technological inputs in the various disciplines related to animal health and animal production, and deepen their knowledge for solving problems of priority livestock local, regional and national levels.

Norway has a growing and sustainable population of domestic animals. The programme aims at providing advanced knowledge of effective production which takes care of both the important productions and the growing diversity of animal production.Candidates are qualified to manage domestic animals at different levels in society. (Eksempler) The degree qualifies students for Ph.D. studies within Animal Sciences.

Admission requirements
Bachelor degree in Domestic Animal Science including: anatomy/physiology (15 credits), ethology (10 credits), nutrition (20 credits) breeding (15 credits) and molecular genetics (5 credits). In addition, 10 credits are required in each of the following subjects: chemistry, mathematics, biology, statistics, plus introduction to Domestic Animal Science (20 credits).

We recommend the students to study one or two semesters at universities abroad provided prior approval.

UMB has exchange agreements with several universities abroad.

Related studies
No related studies in Norway.

Learning goals
The student will have deep knowledge within one or more of the following fields of animal science: nutrition and ethology, breeding, physiology, product quality and molecular genetics. The students will acquire in-depth knowledge of one or more fields, and will be able to apply their theoretical and practical knowledge to solve problems in community.

Teaching and evaluation methods
The programme applies a wide range of teaching methods, such as practical work, lectures, independent studies, exercises and seminars by students.Oral or written final exam, or continuous evaluation.

Programme content
Students may choose one of six specialisations: 1.Breeding. 2. Nutrition. 3. Ethology. 4. Domestic animals and Economy. 5. Sports- and family animals. 6. General. At least 50 credits at the 200 and 300 level in Domestic Animal Science are required. At least 35 credits must be at the 300 level. The course HFX301 (5 credits) is mandatory for all specialisations. For the specialisations 1, 2, 3 and 5, at least 25 credits must be from the 300 level within the subject area. A 60-credits Master’s degree thesis can only be chosen after application approval. The remaining credits may be chosen from any 200 or 300-level courses.

Student advising
The programme has a student adviser.

Evaluation
Approval of all alterations and rules by the Study Board. Mid-semester and final course evaluations are regarded by the Board. The quality and content of the programme as a whole are continually re-evaluated by the Board.

The program is focused on how to get the best economic performance of livestock production, while good animal welfare and food safety are set in høgsetet.

Pets environment, animal welfare, feeding, animal health, physiology and anatomy are key topics. You will also learn about hensiktsmesige buildings for livestock.

The knowledge associated with the economy through the topics “operating management and entrepreneurship”, “svineproduksjon” and “cattle production” where, among other things, analyzes the operations and finance for some farms. You are challenged to think again.

Do not have experience with animal care from before, you’ll learn it early in the program. Nord-Trøndelag University College collaborates with Mære landbruksskole and farmers in the area, so that you as a student gets close contact with practical livestock.

In the final phase of the program conducts a self-written reports (BA thesis). Then you can more deeply into a subject you are particularly interested in.

The Pre-Veterinary medicine is one of four “pre-professional” programs available at NMSU. It provides the background training required for enrollment at schools of veterinary medicine.

Acceptance rates of NMSU students have been excellent in recent years and many have graduated at the top of their veterinary medicine school class.

All Pre-Vet majors receive training in the biological sciences, physics, chemistry, mathematics and liberal arts. A B.S. degree in Animal Science (Science Option) fulfills the prerequisites for admission into veterinary schools. Supporting courses in many areas allow the student to develop a program of study which satisfy both requirements and individual interests.
A considerable number of students enter NMSU with an interest in the field of veterinary medicine. Most of these individuals are advised by animal science faculty and take considerable course work in the Department of Animal and Range Sciences. The Pre-Vet program is very strong at NMSU and the rate of acceptance of NMSU students to Colleges of Veterinary Medicine has been quite high in recent years.

Pre-Vet Advisor, Department of Animal and Range Sciences, NMSU.
Programs of Study in Animal Science

Undergraduate programs in the Department of Animal & Range Sciences are designed to offer a wide array of courses aimed at providing experience, both technical and practical, in the many facets of animal production, management, and marketing. The curriculum is career oriented and seeks to train individuals for meaningful employment in the types of positions mentioned previously.

Support courses are offered to provide specific knowledge in basic sciences and humanities. Animal science courses then relate this basic experience to the field of animal production. Business and management offerings allow the student to make more effective decisions associated with the livestock industry.

The major areas of study and courses offered or required are outlined below or go the NMSU Undergraduate Catalog.
Advising & Learning Environment

Pre-Veterinary students are advised by faculty in the Department of Animal and Range Sciences.

On-campus facilities include four animal units; beef cattle, horses, swine and sheep. Fully equipped laboratories in Knox Hall and Neale Hall offer experience in physiology, endocrinology, nutrition, genetics, meats, wool, and micro-computer applications.

In addition, the department operates a ranch consisting of 64,000 acres just north of Las Cruces and a 28,000 acre ranch near Corona, New Mexico. Feedlot experiments are conducted at the Clayton Livestock Research Center, Clayton, New Mexico and on the NMSU campus.
Student Organizations

Students are encouraged to participate in various student organizations at the departmental, college and university level.
Pre-Vet Club – hosts numerous activities and field trips.
Equitation Club – supports the Equestrian Teams (Western and English) Recent IHSA Regional Champions – 2006.
Block and Bridle Club – meet new friends, participate in academic and community projects.
Rodeo Club – NMSU as a member of the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association sponsors both male and female teams. The Club produces 2 rodeos yearly.
Range Club – range management activities, Range Plant Identification team and URME team which compete in national contests.

Judging teams (compete in several contests each year):
Livestock
Horse
Range Plant
Wool

Membership in one or several of these groups is encouraged since it provides students with a unique opportunity to implement and integrate many experiences learned in the classroom.
Curriculum

Pre-Veterinary Requirements:
Biology (4 credits)
Chemistry (15-18 credits)
Math (3 credits)
English (4 credits)
Speech (3 credits)
Physics (4-8 credits)
Statistics (3 credits)
Arts, Humanities, Social Sciences (12 credits)

General Education Electives
See Undergraduate Catalog for undergratute reqirements
Campus wide events

Special events programs sponsored by NMSU include numerous well-known entertainers and sports activities (football, basketball, volleyball, golf, baseball, track, tennis, swimming and rodeo). Opportunities to participate in intramural athletics are also available.