Overview

During the 3 year Veterinary Nursing programme at the Technological University of the Shannon , you will experience on-farm training in farm animal production and health and safety, and undertake compulsory clinical placements in veterinary practices at each stage of your degree.

Why take this course?

Veterinary nursing is an exciting, diverse and challenging career. It is a job that requires a person to have exceptional communication skills, empathy, logical quick thinking and problem-solving ability. Some of the daily tasks undertaken by a veterinary nurse in practice include the following:

Dispensing and administering of medication and fluid therapy
Performing laboratory diagnostic tests
Conducting diagnostic imaging
Assisting in the provision of anaesthetics
Preparing and assisting for/with veterinary surgical procedures
Nursing clinics

By undertaking TUS Midland’s BSc in Veterinary Nursing programme, you will learn to nurse companion animals, equine and farm animals, leaving you well equipped for a broad range of veterinary nursing careers.

The programme is Veterinary Council of Ireland (VCI) accredited and ACOVENE accredited.

Career Opportunities

Currently, and for the foreseeable future, employment prospects for veterinary nurses in clinical practice are excellent. Graduates are eligible to register as veterinary nurses with the Veterinary Council of Ireland (VCI) and work in veterinary practices carrying out all tasks applicable to veterinary nurses under current legislation. Registered graduates may work with veterinarians in small animal, equine or large animal practices assisting in the care of animals. Careers in veterinary pharmaceuticals, food and medical/surgical sales are another career option.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Biology for Bioveterinary and Microbial Science

VN Practice Placement

Chemistry for Bioveterinary and Microbial Science

Mathematics for Scientists

Companion Animal husbandry

Veterinary Anatomy and Physiology

Veterinary Nursing

Ethics and Regulatory Affairs for Veterinary Practice

Veterinary Nursing Placement Preparation

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-09-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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105

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TOEFL^® IBT

67

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PTE Academic

55

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IELTS

6

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Credits

180 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Athlone, Ireland

Disciplines

Veterinary Medicine Nursing View 35 other Bachelors in Nursing in Ireland

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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105

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TOEFL^® IBT

67

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55

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

Laboratory-based science subject at Grade H6 in higher level or 03 in ordinary level, plus four subjects at Grade 06 at ordinary level, to include Mathematics and a language (English or Irish). Mature applicants who apply via CAO and who are shortlisted will be required to attend an interview.

There is very heavy demand for places year-on-year, with CAO points cutting in the region of 400 – 430 being the norm. As an alternative to the Leaving Certificate, you can opt to compete on the basis of a QQI Level 5 award in ANY discipline.
QQI Level 5 award in any discipline in addition to the following three Leaving Certificate requirements: minimum of O6/H7 in Leaving Certificate Mathematics, a minimum of O3/H6 in any Science subject OR QQI Level 5 award in any discipline which should include a minimum of a pass in a QQI Mathematics module and a minimum of a Merit in a QQI Biology module as part of the QQI level 5 overall award.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

13500 EUR / year

≈ 13500 EUR / year
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EU/EEA Nationals

250 EUR / year

≈ 250 EUR / year

Living costs

Athlone

Ireland

650 - 1000 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Duration

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Credits

Delivered

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General requirements

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