Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Veterinary Bioscience, Munster Technological University

Cork, Ulster

48 Months

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About this course

Our biological science degree in Veterinary Bioscience is focused on animal health, disease, and diagnostics. It highlights the importance of diagnostics in managing animal health, a field experiencing significant growth. The curriculum is research-led, offering a solid understanding of biology, health, and disease across both production and companion animals. Students learn practical skills in animal handling, diagnostics, pharmaceuticals, and research, guided by leading scientists and veterinarians. The program emphasizes practical experience, including a work placement in year three, and culminates in an animal health research project in the final year. Graduates are equipped to work in government labs, private diagnostics, biopharmaceutical research, the food industry, and various animal health fields, with a focus on developing entrepreneurial skills for business development.

Why this course is highly recommended

The course offers a research-led curriculum with practical experience, including work placements and a research project, making it ideal for those interested in animal health and diagnostics. With a strong focus on veterinary science, animal welfare, and disease management, it prepares graduates for diverse career pathways in diagnostics, research, and the animal industry. The program is delivered by experienced professionals, ensuring students gain industry-relevant knowledge and skills.

Specialisation

This programme specializes in animal health, disease diagnostics, and veterinary sciences, covering both production and companion animals. It aims to develop practical, diagnostic, and research skills to address animal health issues, emphasizing both theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience.

Course fees

Application fees

1st year tuition fees

12.19L

Living cost

Degree requirements

Applicants need to obtain 300 points in 2024 and meet the minimum entry requirements, including a Leaving Certificate with six subjects: H5 in two subjects and O6/H7 in four others, with Mathematics and either English or Irish at O6/H7. The course involves ethical sourcing of animal-derived materials for classes and requires students to be comfortable with the use of animal tissue for teaching.

English language test

IELTS

TOEFL

PTE

DUOLINGO

110

Career prospects

Graduates can find employment as animal health researchers, herd health advisors, animal nutritionists, pharmaceutical developers, clinical practice managers, and diagnostic laboratory officers. There's also potential to work in government roles, private labs, and the food industry, and graduates can pursue further studies at master’s or PhD level or enter veterinary medicine through graduate programs.

FAQs

Can I apply to graduate entry veterinary medicine courses after completing this degree?

Yes. Graduates are eligible to apply for affiliate veterinary medicine programs, such as the University of Veterinary Medicine in Košice, Slovakia, and other graduate entry schemes.