Bachelor of Veterinary Technology
Southern Cross University
CRICOS provider number: 01241G TEQSA provider ID: PRV12043
Courses included
This course has been cancelled
About
The Bachelor of Veterinary Technology provides the skills, knowledge and experience necessary to operate as a Veterinary Technician or Nurse in Australia or New Zealand. Graduates will have a solid understanding of veterinary medicine and animal care, supported by ongoing work experience in general veterinary practice settings and comprehensive clinical skills training.
Areas of study
Anatomy, clinical pathology, microbiology, nutrition, radiography.
Career opportunities
Veterinary technologists work in settings including veterinary practices and clinics, veterinary hospitals, agricultural businesses, zoos and wildlife sanctuaries.
Professional recognition
Graduates may voluntarily register with the Veterinary Nurses Council of Australia.
Practical experience
Professional placements foster skills in examination and diagnosis, therapeutics, pharmacy, anaesthesia, diagnostic imagery and surgery.
Fees and charges
Refer to Southern Cross University current fee information.
Pattern of attendance: Duration for students commencing in June is 3.5 years full-time or 7 years part-time.
Essential requirements for admission
Inherent requirements: Check the essential components of this course (knowledge, skills, capabilities) to achieve the course learning outcomes.
Also check the special requirements and policies for this course.
Admission criteria
Applicants with recent secondary education
Recommended studies: Biology, Chemistry, any 2 units of English, any 2 units of Mathematics.
Other applicants
Refer to Southern Cross University general admission criteria.
Further information
View all details of this course on the SCU website.
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The academic content of all programs is subject to routine review.
ATAR profile
ATAR-based offers only (semester 1, 2024)
Use all ATAR profile data as a guide only; it provides a broad overview of the ATARs and selection ranks of previous Year 12 students admitted into that course. ATARs and selection ranks required for entry in 2025 may be different. If you are unsure about including a course among your preferences, contact the relevant institution.
- This ATAR profile table is in line with Commonwealth Government transparency requirements. It is based on offers to recent school leavers (ie completed Year 12 in the last 2 years) who were selected solely or partly on their ATAR. Note that some institutions further differentiate this information on their websites.
- The ATAR values exclude any adjustment factors.
- The selection ranks include the ATAR and any adjustment factors.
Abbreviations
– = data is not available.<5 = less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made.
N/A = no offers were made on the basis of ATAR.
NC = new course
NP = Not provided by institution
NR = No reportable profile
NS = No Semester 1 offers
NN = Unavailable (other)
NO = Entry on other criteria
Student profile
Course updates
Courses are added and cancelled throughout the admissions year and course details are subject to change. Check the UAC course search regularly.
Double degree/Combined degree
The University offers double degrees in law and arts, and business and arts. When you complete a double degree you are awarded two separate degrees (eg Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Arts).