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Veterinary degrees abroad

As a veterinary student, you’ll learn about the medical health and wellbeing of animals. The subject is incredibly broad and gives students an extensive insight into the diagnosis and prevention of animal diseases, injuries, and disorders.

Veterinary degrees are very hands-on and diverse, making them perfect for students that prefer to learn in different ways. Students will have countless opportunities to encounter and interact with a vast range of animals during their studies.

Studying for a veterinary degree can be very rewarding, especially if you’re passionate about animals. In addition to learning how to keep animals happy and healthy, you'll also learn practical skills to help and improve the lives of their owners and carers.

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Veterinary program structure

Veterinary courses can be studied at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. The duration of programs can vary largely depending on the country you study in and the university you choose to attend.

Generally, undergraduate veterinary courses usually take four years to complete. Veterinary master’s qualifications can be completed in one or two years. The duration of doctoral programs tends to be around three to five years.

Veterinary degrees are taught through a range of formats. Veterinary students can expect lectures, group projects, laboratory sessions, and practicals. Students may also have the opportunity to do a placement to help them gain experience in a real-world veterinary setting.

Course modules tend to differ between universities and countries, but students can typically expect to study topics like:

  • Neurology
  • Animal behavior
  • Cardiovascular and respiratory systems
  • Infectious diseases
  • Animal husbandry and welfare
  • Clinical pathology
  • Breeding and fertility

Veterinary study abroad programs

Veterinary undergraduate programs

Bachelor's in veterinary

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    Agricultural Science: Veterinary Technology - BSc Florida A&M University, USA

    Program type
    Bachelor's
    Duration
    4 years
    Annual tuition fee
    17,940 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 17,940 USD

    Start date
    January, May, August
    Show program overview about Agricultural Science, Veterinary Technology
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    Animal Technology: Veterinary Technology - BSc Murray State University, USA

    Program type
    Bachelor's
    Duration
    4 years
    Annual tuition fee
    14,742 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 14,742 USD

    Start date
    January, August
    Show program overview about Animal Technology: Veterinary Technology
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    Animal, Dairy & Poultry Sciences: Pre Veterinary Medicine - BSc Louisiana State University, USA

    Program type
    Bachelor's
    Duration
    4 years
    Annual tuition fee
    28,700 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 28,700 USD

    Start date
    January, May
    Show program overview about Animal, Dairy & Poultry Sciences - Pre Veterinary Medicine
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    Pre-Veterinary - BA/BSc LeTourneau University, USA

    Program type
    Bachelor's
    Duration
    4 years
    Annual tuition fee
    29,630 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 29,630 USD

    Start date
    January, August
    Show program overview about Pre - Veterinary
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    Pre-Veterinary Medicine - BA/BSc Drury University, USA

    Program type
    Bachelor's
    Duration
    4 years
    Annual tuition fee
    31,100 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 31,100 USD

    Start date
    December, January, June, August
    Show program overview about Pre - Veterinary Medicine

Associate in veterinary

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    Veterinary Medicine - ASOT Lane Community College, USA

    Program type
    Associate
    Duration
    2 years
    Annual tuition fee
    11,500 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 11,500 USD

    Start date
    January, March, September
    Show program overview about Veterinary Medicine
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    Veterinary Tech - AASc Portland Community College, USA

    Program type
    Associate
    Duration
    2 years
    Annual tuition fee
    9,290 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 9,290 USD

    Start date
    January, March, June, September
    Show program overview about Veterinary Tech
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    Veterinary Technician - AASc Fox Valley Technical College, USA

    Program type
    Associate
    Duration
    3 years
    Annual tuition fee
    6,600 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 6,600 USD

    Start date
    January, August
    Show program overview about Veterinary Technician

Diploma in veterinary

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    Veterinary Technician - Dip Sheridan College, Canada

    Program type
    Undergraduate diploma
    Duration
    2 years
    Annual tuition fee
    14,280 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 19,279 CAD

    Start date
    September
    Show program overview about Veterinary Technician
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    Veterinary Technician - OCDip Georgian College, Canada

    Program type
    Undergraduate diploma
    Duration
    16 months
    Annual tuition fee
    13,738 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 18,600 CAD

    Start date
    September
    Show program overview about Veterinary Technician
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    Veterinary Technology: Wildlife Rehabilitation - OCADip Northern College, Canada

    Program type
    Undergraduate diploma
    Duration
    3 years
    Annual tuition fee
    11,643 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 15,719 CAD

    Start date
    September
    Show program overview about Veterinary Technology – Wildlife Rehabilitation
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    Veterinary Technician (Windsor Campus) - OCDip St. Clair College, Canada

    Program type
    Undergraduate diploma
    Duration
    2 years
    Annual tuition fee
    11,690 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 15,790 CAD

    Start date
    September, January
    Show program overview about Veterinary Technician - H258
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    Veterinary Technology - UGDip Douglas College, Canada

    Program type
    Undergraduate diploma
    Duration
    2 years
    Annual tuition fee
    15,731 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 21,238 CAD

    Start date
    September
    Show program overview about Veterinary Technology

Certificate in veterinary

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    Veterinary Assistant - OCCert Georgian College, Canada

    Program type
    Undergraduate certificate
    Duration
    8 months
    Annual tuition fee
    12,704 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 17,200 CAD

    Start date
    September
    Show program overview about Veterinary Assistant
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    Veterinary Assistant - OCCert Northern College, Canada

    Program type
    Undergraduate certificate
    Duration
    1 year
    Annual tuition fee
    11,673 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 15,759 CAD

    Start date
    September
    Show program overview about Veterinary Assistant
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    Veterinary Medical Receptionist - Cert Olds College of Agriculture and Technology, Canada

    Program type
    Undergraduate certificate
    Duration
    8 months
    Annual tuition fee
    13,001 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 17,552 CAD

    Start date
    September
    Show program overview about Veterinary Medical Receptionist

Veterinary graduate programs

Master's in veterinary

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    Veterinary Science - MVetSt University of Prince Edward Island, Canada

    Program type
    Master's
    Duration
    2 years
    Annual tuition fee
    8,988 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 12,135 CAD

    Start date
    January, September
    Show program overview about Master of Veterinary Science
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    Veterinary Studies: Veterinary Public Health - MVetSt Massey University, New Zealand

    Program type
    Master's
    Duration
    18 months
    Annual tuition fee
    28,406 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 47,610 NZD

    Start date
    November, February, July
    Show program overview about Veterinary Studies: Veterinary Public Health

Doctorate in veterinary

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    Veterinary Medicine - PhD University of Prince Edward Island, Canada

    Program type
    Doctorate
    Duration
    3 years
    Annual tuition fee
    8,986 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 12,132 CAD

    Start date
    January, September
    Show program overview about PhD in Veterinary Medicine

Diploma in veterinary

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    Veterinary Science: Veterinary Epidemiology - PGDip Massey University, New Zealand

    Program type
    Postgraduate diploma
    Duration
    1 year
    Annual tuition fee
    28,406 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 47,610 NZD

    Start date
    November, February, July
    Show program overview about Veterinary Science: Veterinary Epidemiology

Pathway in veterinary

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    Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences (Pre-Masters) - PGP University of Glasgow, UK

    Program type
    Postgraduate pathway
    Duration
    1 year
    Annual tuition fee
    29,719 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 23,430 GBP

    Start date
    September
    Show program overview about Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences, Pre-Master’s

Future veterinary careers

There are a number of careers available within the veterinary sector - from fast-paced clinical positions to laboratory-based research jobs. Many veterinary graduates go on to work in roles like:

  • Veterinary surgeon
  • Research scientist
  • Animal physiotherapist
  • Ecologist
  • Zookeeper
  • Animal nutritionist

You can significantly boost your employability, skills, and experience during your studies, especially if you know which veterinary career you’d like to pursue. To do this, look for placements, internships, work experience, and volunteering opportunities.