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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.

    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 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

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    Veterinary study abroad programs

    Veterinary undergraduate programs

    Bachelor's in veterinary

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      Animal & Veterinary Science - BSc University of Wyoming, USA

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      17,570 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 17,570 USD

      Start date
      September, May
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      Veterinary Science: Veterinary Medicine - BSc University of Nebraska-Lincoln, USA

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      27,000 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 27,000 USD

      Start date
      August, June, January
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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
      August, May, January
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      Pre - Veterinary - BSc/BA 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
      August, January
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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
      August, January
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    Associate in veterinary

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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
      August, January
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    Diploma in veterinary

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      Veterinary Technician - Dip Sheridan College, Canada

      Program type
      Undergraduate diploma
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      15,252 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 19,073 CAD

      Start date
      September
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    Certificate in veterinary

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      Veterinary Medical Assistant - Cert Northern Alberta Institute of Technology, Canada

      Program type
      Undergraduate certificate
      Duration
      1 year
      Annual tuition fee
      11,081 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 13,857 CAD

      Start date
      September, January
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      Veterinary Office Assistant - Cert Bow Valley College, Canada

      Program type
      Undergraduate certificate
      Duration
      8 months
      Annual tuition fee
      10,255 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 12,824 CAD

      Start date
      September, January
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    Veterinary graduate programs

    Master's in veterinary

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      Agriculture: Veterinary Hospital Management - MSc Murray State University, USA

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      12,000 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 12,000 USD

      Start date
      January, August
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      Aquatic Veterinary Studies - MSc University of Stirling, UK

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      1 year
      Annual tuition fee
      27,472 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 19,850 GBP

      Start date
      September
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      Veterinary - MMedVet Saratov State Agrarian University, Russia

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      6 years
      Annual tuition fee
      3,700 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 3,700 USD

      Start date
      October
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    Pathway in veterinary

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      Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences, Pre-Master’s - PGP University of Glasgow, UK

      Program type
      Postgraduate pathway
      Duration
      1 year
      Annual tuition fee
      32,427 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 23,430 GBP

      Start date
      September
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    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.