Veterinary Medicine, DVM

Western Australia's only Veterinary Science course at Murdoch University equips aspiring veterinarians with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience to address challenges in companion animals, livestock, and wildlife. This science-based program offers hands-on training in state-of-the-art facilities, including veterinary hospitals, clinics, and a working farm on the Perth campus. The integrated five-year Bachelor-Masters degree can be accelerated to four years for eligible students with prior relevant study. Accredited by the Australasian Veterinary Boards Council (AVBC), American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), and Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS), it prepares graduates for registration in Australia, the UK, New Zealand, and more, with pathways to practice in the USA and Canada after exams.Students gain expertise in veterinary anatomy, surgery, anaesthesia, disease processes, pharmacology, production animal management, and exotic medicine through placements at shelters, Perth Zoo, farms, and practices worldwide. Career options include private or academic clinical practice, industry consulting, government roles in biosecurity and food security, research, or specialist training in areas like surgery and pathology. Previous admission details: Murdoch Admission Information - Veterinary Science.