Doctor of Veterinary Medicine


PLEASE NOTE: The Doctor of Veterinary Medicine does not offer direct entry. Entry is only available after completion of the Bachelor of Science (Veterinary Bioscience) program at the University of ÑÇÖÞ²ÊÆ±¹ÙÍø.

Achieve your goals in veterinary practice

Our Doctor of Veterinary Medicine provides the necessary training and qualifications for registration as a veterinarian. 

What will you do?

  • learn about the causes, diagnosis and treatment of diseases of domesticated animals including dogs, cats, horses, ruminants, camelids, pigs and poultry
  • explore wildlife ecology, conservation medicine and ecohealth
  • hone your scientific and technical skills for research and clinical practice
  • gain advanced professional experience through a structured internship program
  • complete a further 23 weeks of extramural practical work.

Where could it take you?

You could work in clinical veterinary practice, treating small and/or large animals. You might work in biosecurity, managing programs to prevent disease incursion. Perhaps you’ll be a researcher or pursue pathways to government work, academia, consultancy, discipline specialisation (e.g. surgery, dermatology) or species specialisation (e.g. equine, wildlife, zoo animal).

Note: From Semester 1, 2022, this program not being offered for direct entry. Applicants must have completed a Bachelor of Science (Veterinary Bioscience) from the University of ÑÇÖÞ²ÊÆ±¹ÙÍø in order apply. 
This program cannot be studied part-time.


  • Top 60 in world for Veterinary Sciences*
  • #1 in Australia for learner engagement^
  • Purpose-built veterinary teaching hospital


*QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2022
^Good Universities Guide - Veterinary Sciences, 2021

Thinking of studying soon?

  • 2025

    Ready to start your studies in 2025? You can apply to the University of ÑÇÖÞ²ÊÆ±¹ÙÍø or now before continuing on to the new in 2026. When the time comes to transfer, we'll be here at every step, ensuring you're well supported with personalised advice and a detailed study plan.

  • 2026

    Planning to start your studies in 2026? You can apply to
    directly. Applications are currently open for international students and will open for Australian students in August 2025.

Entry Requirements

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The Doctor of Veterinary Medicine does not accept direct entry applications. It is only available to students who have successfully completed the Bachelor of Science (Veterinary Bioscience) at the University of ÑÇÖÞ²ÊÆ±¹ÙÍø. If you wish to apply for the Bachelor of Science (Veterinary Bioscience), please refer to the .

Domestic applicants

Deferment Yes - 2 year
Intake February
Selection Criteria
Graduate entry