ProgrammeA-Level entryVeterinary Sciences5 years

BSc Honours Veterinary Science

University of Zimbabwe· Harare

Entry level: A-Level entry
Field of study: Veterinary Sciences
Duration: 5 years
Institution: University of Zimbabwe

Entry requirements

This is a degree. It is entered after A-Level, so O-Level results alone are not enough.

As the institution publishes it

Normal entry: at least five 'O' Level subjects including Mathematics and English; at least 3 'A' Level passes in Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics and Biology, with Biology and Chemistry compulsory. Special entry may be considered for holders of an appropriate BSc degree from a recognised university.

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About this programme

The professional veterinary degree, running five years. You study the biology and diseases of livestock, companion animals and wildlife, and train in clinical medicine, surgery, herd health and veterinary public health, with extensive practical and clinical work. Suits committed, science-strong students who love animals. Clinical rotations and farm work are central, and veterinarians play a key role in Zimbabwe's livestock sector and public health.

What you will study

Anatomy and physiology; pathology and microbiology; pharmacology; clinical medicine and surgery; animal production and herd health; veterinary public health; clinical rotations.

Further study and pathways

Registration with the Veterinary Council; MSc or specialist training; private practice, state veterinary services, wildlife and public health.

Source: University of Zimbabwe: UZ_Undergraduate_Programme_Catalogue.xlsx, sheet "Programmes"

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