Bachelor of Veterinary Technology (BVetTech)
Information valid for students commencing 2023
Duration
3 Years full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2023
Semester 1 (20 Feb, 2023)
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
48
Program code
2387
Faculty
Teaching Location
Gatton
Attendance mode
In Person
Entry requirements
AQF level
AQF level 7
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 Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre.
Closing Date
Please refer to the QTAC website (www.qtac.edu.au) for details of closing dates for the submission of applications, documentation and changes of preference.
How to applyEnquiries for Australian students
Faculty of Science
Email: enquire@science.uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 5460 1276 or 1800 642 093 (Freecall)
Why study the Bachelor of Veterinary Technology?
The Bachelor of Veterinary Technology will equip you with the theoretical and practical skills for a career as a para-veterinary healthcare specialist. You'll study animal handling and care, welfare and behaviour, applied and clinical nutrition, mechanisms of animal disease and diagnostic techniques. You'll also learn about clinical aspects of small and large animal health, veterinary pharmacology veterinary surgical and medical nursing principles, and veterinary practice management.
You can choose from a wide range of elective courses to broaden or focus your skills. Enhance your skills by concurrently enrolling in the Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing, the Certificate III in Rural Operations or the Farm Ready program.
The Bachelor of Veterinary Technology may be used as a pathway into the Bachelor of Veterinary Science (Honours) program. After having completed 1 or 2 years in the BVetTech, you may receive up to 10 units of credit for select courses. Please contact UQ Admissions, should you require further information.
