Veterinary Degrees Online

Prepare for work in the fascinating field of animal care. This part-time certificate program provides the knowledge and basic skills needed for entry level employment in animal care facilities. It is intended for individuals with no previous formal training, and for existing staff and volunteers who wish to upgrade their skills. The program emphasizes small animal care in hospital/clinical settings; however the training is valuable and transferable to other animal care settings.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

The program is designed primarily to meet the demands for trained personnel in veterinary hospitals and animal care shelters. Graduates may also find work and/or volunteer opportunities in settings such as: animal recovery centres, pet stores, zoos, game farms and similar businesses, grooming businesses, kennels, and large animal farms.
COURSE DELIVERY

The program is delivered on a part-time basis, commencing in the Fall term and concluding in the Spring Term. Courses are typically evening classes with some weekend classes and field trips.

Duration 0.5 year(s) full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Domestic students may undertake the program on a part-time basis.
Commencing Semesters Semester 1
Semester 2
Program Level Postgraduate Coursework
Faculty Natural Resources, Agriculture & Veterinary Science
Campus St Lucia
Program Location St Lucia Campus
Units 8
Program Code 5069
CRICOS Code 030136B
Costs Average Semester Fee
Domestic full-fee places: $AUD 13000

International student fees: $AUD 19125

These are indicative semester fees based on a full-time enrolment of 8 units per semester. A student’s actual tuition fee may vary in accordance with their choice of field of study or electives. The University reviews fees annually.
Closing Date Closing date for Domestic Students:

Application enquiries should be lodged through the Director of Studies, Faculty of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Veterinary Science, with closing dates of:
To commence study in semester 1 – January 31 of the current year of enrolment.
To commence study in semester 2 – June 23 of the current year of enrolment.
Late applications may be considered.

Closing date for International Students:

Application should be lodged through UQ International, The University of Queensland.
To commence study in semester 1 – November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries;
To commence study in semester 2 – May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.