Course catalogue / Massey University
Bachelor of Veterinary Science – BVSc
- Qualification
- Bachelor
- NZQF level
- 7
- Duration
- 5 years full-time (600 credits)
- Location
- Manawatū campus (Palmerston North)
- Audience
- International students
Entry requirements
Meet Massey University entrance requirements. 2-phase degree: Pre-selection semester (open to all who meet university entry) then Professional phase (4.5 years) entry by selection based on academic performance, non-academic performance, and experience. Expected NCEA: 14 credits Level 3 Biology, 14 credits Level 3 Chemistry, 14 credits Level 2 Physics, 14 credits Level 2 Mathematics. Must complete 40 hours pre-entry vet work experience, pass prerequisite courses, sit STAT/Casper/MMI assessments, and have GPA ≥5.0 (B grade).
English requirements
“For international applicants - if you are from a country where English is not the first language you must show evidence of English language competence that meets the requirements of the Veterinary Council of New Zealand (see below).”
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