Duration

1.5 Years full-time (or part-time equivalent)

Commencing 2019

Semester 2 (22 Jul, 2019)

Program level

Postgraduate Coursework

Units

24

Faculty

Science

Teaching Location

Gatton

Delivery mode

Internal

Courses and requirements

View the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Veterinary Science.

AQF level

AQF level 9

Fees for Australian students

When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.

If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.

Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.

If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.

How to Apply

Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.

Closing Date

To commence study in Semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.

Apply Online

Enquiries for Australian students

School of Veterinary Science

Email: vetenquiries@uq.edu.au

Phone: 07 5460 1842

Web: https://veterinary-science.uq.edu.au/postraduate-coursework

Duration

1.5 Years full-time

Commencing 2019

Semester 2 (22 Jul, 2019)

Program level

Postgraduate Coursework

Units

24

Faculty

Science

Teaching Location

Gatton

Delivery mode

Internal

Courses and requirements

View the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Veterinary Science.

Entry requirements

Prerequisites

Bachelor degree in veterinary science or an approved discipline; or

Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in Veterinary Science.

CRICOS Code: 084728J

English Proficiency

IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ

TOEFL IBT - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.

TOEFL PB - Overall 570, listening 54, reading 54, writing 59/5.

Pearsons - Overall Score of 64 and 60 in all sub bands.

BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.

CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.

OET is not accepted.

view the English proficiency policy.

AQF level

AQF level 9

Fees for International students

When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.

If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.

Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.

If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.

How to apply

Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.

Closing Date

To commence study in semester 2 - May 31 of the year of commencement.

Apply Online

Enquiries for International students

International Student Advisor

Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980

Web: https://veterinary-science.uq.edu.au/postraduate-coursework

Enquire online

Why study the Master of Veterinary Science?

The program in veterinary science offers a higher degree qualification including formal courses and a significant project and report in veterinary pathology and diagnostics. This program provides academic enhancement of existing competencies in pathology as well as advanced research skills training, and qualifies graduates for enrolment in a higher degree.

The Master of Veterinary Science replaced the Master of Veterinary Studies in 2014. Students enrolled in the Master of Veterinary Studies can refer to the program requirements, rules and course list for the Master of Veterinary Studies.

What you can study

Courses and requirements

See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Veterinary Science.

Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.

Majors/Specialisations

Studies may be undertaken in the following specialisations. Please click on the major(s) that are of interest to you for more information.

Master of Veterinary Science

Study options

Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:

How to apply

Entry requirements for Australian students

See the Study at UQ website for admissions information

How to Apply

Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.

Apply Online

Closing date

To commence study in Semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.

Entry requirements for International students

Prerequisites

Bachelor degree in veterinary science or an approved discipline; or

Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in Veterinary Science.

Visa requirements

CRICOS Code: 084728J

English proficiency

IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ

TOEFL IBT - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.

TOEFL PB - Overall 570, listening 54, reading 54, writing 59/5.

Pearsons - Overall Score of 64 and 60 in all sub bands.

BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.

CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.

OET is not accepted.

View the English proficiency policy.

How to apply

Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.

Apply Online

Closing date

To commence study in semester 2 - May 31 of the year of commencement.

What it costs

Fees for Australian students

When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.

If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.

Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.

If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.

Fees for International students

When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.

If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.

Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.

If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.

Additional costs

  • Senior First Aid Certificate (including CPR) (approximately $155 renewed every 3 years)

What you can do with a Master of Veterinary Science

Careers

The program provides opportunities for career enhancement, specific discipline development, and qualification for research higher degree study, including PhD study.

Program rules for the Master of Veterinary Science

To complete the Master of Veterinary Science

To fulfil the requirements of the Master of Veterinary Science, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.

For more information on program requirements, please contact the Faculty.

Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.