Bioveterinary Science Dalhousie University

Overview

Dalhousie University 's Bachelor of Science in Bioveterinary Science will provide you with the fundamental knowledge you need to launch into your education and career. You’ll be eligible to apply to veterinary schools after just two years.

Programme options

If you’re interested in a career in veterinary medicine, this programme will provide you with the fundamental knowledge, and you’ll be eligible to apply to veterinary schools after just two years. By choosing the honors option, you can pursue dynamic research and further study in bioveterinary and animal science.

The following Bioveterinary Science programme options are offered by Dalhousie University’s Faculty of Agriculture. Connect with an academic advisor after you start your studies to explore options such as:

• Bachelor of Science Agriculture with Major

• Bachelor of Science Agriculture with Honours

• Minors in a range of subjects including Animal Agriculture and Equine Science.

• Certificates including Animal Behaviour and Animal Welfare.

What you will learn

The first two years of the programme are designed to give you the prerequisites needed to apply to veterinary college, including biology, chemistry, mathematics, and English composition, in addition to courses targeted to the bioveterinary sciences. In your last two years, you will immerse yourself in courses that are central to understanding animal health.

The only Bioveterinary Science programme in Canada, this four-year Bachelor of Science programme gives you the foundation for a career in veterinary medicine, and opens up a world of other exciting options.

Careers

The broad science education and specialized knowledge of animals you obtain in Bioveterinary Science prepares you for careers in animal nutrition, conservation, research, animal welfare and so much more.

Possible careers include:

• Veterinarian

• Wildlife Conservation Officer

• Food Promotion And Inspection Officer   

• Animal Nutrition Specialist

After completing an honours degree in Bioveterinary Science, you will be well prepared to pursue graduate studies in areas such as animal science, animal conservation, zoology, or animals and public policy.