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Bachelor of Veterinary Biology/Bachelor of Veterinary Science

  • 6 years full-time

Charles Sturt University in NSW offers Bachelor of Veterinary Biology/Bachelor of Veterinary Science, a AQF Level 7 program. The program runs for 6 years full-time, with domestic fees from $0. Government subsidised places may be available.

Charles Sturt University

Tier 2

University · NSW

4.6· 11 reviews

Domestic fee · Full qualification

$0Commonwealth supported
  • Government Funding
  • HECS-HELP
Duration
6 years full-time
ATAR requirement
90.6

HECS-HELP

This is a Commonwealth Supported Place — the government pays part of your tuition directly, and HECS-HELP lets you defer your remaining student contribution as an income-contingent loan. Available to eligible domestic students only. Confirm your CSP status with the provider.

Government funding

  • HECS-HELP

    Commonwealth Supported Place — defer your student contribution through HECS-HELP.

    $8,301

Estimated out-of-pocket

After applicable subsidies

$0

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About this qualification

Here is what the Bachelor of Veterinary Biology/Bachelor of Veterinary Science qualification offered by Charles Sturt University covers and who it is designed for.

You must apply through UAC.

Applications for the Bachelor of Veterinary Biology/Bachelor of Veterinary Science will close at 11.59pm AEST Friday 12 September 2025. No late applications will be accepted.

Do you have a passion for animal health and welfare? The Bachelor of Veterinary Biology / Bachelor of Veterinary Science accredited double degree from Charles Sturt University will prepare you for a career as a registered veterinarian in Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, Singapore, the United Kingdom and South Africa.

This veterinary science degree is accredited with the Australasian Veterinary Boards Council (AVBC) and the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) and was developed in close consultation with the veterinary industry to answer the needs of rural and regional communities for veterinarians who have the knowledge and skills to work with farm livestock and horses, companion animals and wildlife.

The Bachelor of Veterinary Biology is awarded to students who successfully complete the first three years of the course. Students will not be permitted to progress to Year 4 of the course until all subjects in Years 1 to 3 have been successfully completed.

This veterinary biology and veterinary science degree aims to provide highly competent veterinary graduates with a strong commitment to animal health, welfare and research, and to the development and protection of animal industries. 

You'll develop skills in the diagnosis and management of disease in all common species of farm animals (cattle, sheep, pigs, poultry and fish) and companion animals (horses, dogs and cats). The course provides a solid grounding in agricultural production systems and the integration of nutrition, genetics, economics and epidemiology for the optimal management of herds and flocks. Practical sessions with live animals start in your first week and continue throughout the course. In addition to your scientific and clinical skills training, you'll also develop a range of life and business skills that will help you in your work as a rural and/or regional veterinarian.