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Master of Veterinary Studies (MC-VETSTDR) // Entry and participation requirements

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Entry requirements

1. In order to be considered for entry, applicants must have completed:

  • a degree in Veterinary Science, or an equivalent qualification from a Veterinary School listed in the World Health Organisation Directory of Veterinary Schools; and
  • eligibility for registration with the Veterinary Practitioners Registration Board of Victoria in accordance with legislative requirements to practice as a veterinarian in Victoria;
  • documented evidence of the applicant's professional experience in the practice of veterinary science as it relates to the area to be studied; and
  • documented evidence of the applicant's participation in continuing professional education activities as it relates to the discipline to be studied.

Meeting these requirements does not guarantee selection.

2. In ranking applications, the Selection Committee will consider:

  • prior academic performance; and
  • the professional experience; and
  • the professional continuing education activities.

3. The Selection Committee may seek further information to clarify any aspect of an application in accordance with the Academic Board Rules on the use of selection instruments.

4. Applicants are required to satisfy the university's English language requirements for graduate courses. For those applicants seeking to meet these requirements by one of the standard tests approved by the Academic Board, performance Band 6.5 is required.

Notes

Admission into the MVS is conditional on the applicant successfully applying for and enrolling into a research higher degree: the Master of Veterinary Science (Clinical). The successful applicant will be admitted into the two part time courses concurrently.

Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)

For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and Students Experiencing Academic Disadvantage Policy, academic requirements for this subject are articulated in the Subject Description, Subject Objectives, Generic Skills and Assessment Requirements of this entry.The University is dedicated to providing support to those with special requirements. Further information is available from Student Equity and Disability Support.

Last updated: 30 January 2024