Bachelor Honours Degree Medicine & Health Sciences Full Time

Bachelor of Veterinary Technology (Honours)

at University of Queensland · Brisbane, Queensland

CRICOS course code

094109J

CRICOS provider code

00025B

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

1 year

Tuition (whole course)

A$45,798 total

Per year

A$45,798/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Bachelor of Veterinary Technology (Honours) at the University of Queensland equips students with advanced theoretical and practical knowledge in veterinary sciences. This one-year programme builds on foundational skills in animal health and welfare, preparing graduates to support veterinary professionals and improve animal care. The curriculum consists of a series of units of study that offer hands-on learning experiences and exposure to real-world veterinary issues.

Australian qualifications typically follow a structure of units of study measured in credit points. In this honours programme, students undertake a capstone project or research thesis that showcases their knowledge and skills in a particular area of veterinary technology. Additionally, the programme incorporates work-integrated learning opportunities, allowing students to gain invaluable experience through professional placements in veterinary clinics and animal care facilities.

The Bachelor of Veterinary Technology (Honours) is suited for individuals who are passionate about animal health and welfare, and who wish to pursue a career in the growing field of veterinary technology. Students will graduate with skills that include diagnostic imaging, clinical pathology, and anaesthesia, as well as an understanding of ethical issues in veterinary practice.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Veterinary Technician
Animal Health Technician
Veterinary Practice Manager
Animal Welfare Officer
Laboratory Animal Technician

Graduates will find opportunities in various sectors, including veterinary clinics, animal research facilities, and wildlife conservation organisations.

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Bachelor of Veterinary Technology (Honours) at University of Queensland?

It typically takes 1 year, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$45,798 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Veterinary TechnicianAnimal Health TechnicianVeterinary Practice ManagerAnimal Welfare OfficerLaboratory Animal Technician Graduates will find opportunities in various sectors, including veterinary clinics, animal research facilities, and wildlife conservation organisations.

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