BVSc prepares students to become competent veterinary professionals. They learn to diagnose and treat diseases in various animal species, perform surgeries, administer medications, and provide preventive healthcare to animals. Additionally, students may have opportunities to specialize in areas such as small animal medicine, large animal medicine, wildlife medicine, or research. Students acquire knowledge and skills related to veterinary medicine, animal anatomy, physiology, pathology, pharmacology, surgery, animal husbandry, and public health. The curriculum usually combines theoretical classroom instruction with practical training in veterinary clinics, laboratories, and farms.
Course Duration - The UG degree in Veterinary Sciences (BVSc) is for 5 years and 6 months (compulsory internship) from any university in the country for 10+2 students and is 4 years for Diploma graduates.
Salient Features -
- Capable of doing research and in scientific inquiry and advancements in veterinary medicine. Students may participate in research projects, present findings at conferences, or publish research papers.
- BVSc students receive hands-on clinical training during their program. They work under the supervision of experienced veterinarians in veterinary hospitals, clinics, and animal research facilities.
- Professional Accreditation, can work in private veterinary clinics, animal hospitals, research institutions, zoos, wildlife conservation organizations, pharmaceutical companies, government agencies, and academia.
Syllabus
| I SEM |
II SEM |
III SEM |
IV SEM |
| Osteology |
Myology |
General Histology |
Morphological & Topographical Study of Organs of Digestive System |
| Scope and Importance of Biochemistry |
Embalming of Carcass |
Parasites and Parasitism |
Spermatogenic Cycle and Wave |
| Introduction and Importance of Statistics |
Muscle Physiology |
Introduction and Scope of Veterinary Pathology |
Biochemical and Genetic Determinants of Growth |
| Veterinary Anatomy in General and Osteology |
Receptors and Sense Organs |
Indian Poultry Industry |
The Biting Midges |
| Livestock in India |
Enzymes: Definition and Classification |
Factors Affecting the Digestibility of a Feed |
Introduction and General Description of Protozoa |
| Introductory Animal Husbandry |
Importance of Grasslands and Fodders In-Livestock Production |
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Concepts in Veterinary and Medical Immunology |
| V SEM |
VI SEM |
VII SEM |
VIII SEM |
| Historical Development Branches and Scope of Pharmacology |
Veterinary Neuropharmacology |
Veterinary Chemotherapy |
Veterinary Toxicology |
| General Pathology of Viral Infections |
Systematic Veterinary Virology |
Anesthesiology And Diagnostic Imaging |
Regional Veterinary Surgery |
| Milk Hygiene in Relation to Public Health |
Avian Pathology |
Veterinary Gynecology |
Veterinary Obstetrics |
| Milk Industry in India |
Aquatic Animal Diseases, Hearth Care and Management |
Veterinary Clinical Medicine - I |
Veterinary Clinical Medicine – II |
| Management of Rural, Urban & Modern Abattoirs |
Veterinary Epidemiology and Zoonosis |
Veterinary Preventive Medicine - I |
Veterinary Clinical Biochemistry |
| Concept of Sociology |
Meat Science |
Laboratory Diagnosis - I |
Veterinary Clinical Practice |
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Animal Biotechnology |
Veterinary Clinical Practice |
Veterinarian in Society |
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Livestock Economics |
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| IX SEM |
X SEM |
| Veterinary Orthopedics and Lameness |
Internship |
| Animal Welfare, Ethics & Jurisprudence |
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| Pet Animal Breeding |
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| Veterinary Andrology and Reproductive Techniques |
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| Environment and Environmental Hygiene |
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| Livestock Entrepreneurship |
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Eligibility for BVSc:
- The students must have passed the 10+2/PUC/equivalent examination from a recognized board or university with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as mandatory subjects and secured 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST/OBC).
- The student should be 17 years of age by December 2023.
- The Students must have qualified in any one entrance exam: NEET, AAU VET, UP Veterinary Entrance Exam, OUAT, and RPVT.
Admission Process
Admission for the Bachelor of Veterinary Sciences (BVSc) is done based on the ranking in Entrance Examinations NEET, AAU, and UP Veterinary Entrance Exam, etc., or direct University Entrance exams. NTA conducts the NEET exam and NEET is a pen-and-paper-based exam conducted in offline mode.
Entrance Exams for Admission to BVSc
| Exam |
Conducting Agency |
Yearly Frequency |
Mode |
Duration |
Eligibility |
| NEET |
National Testing Agency (NTA) |
Annual(July -September) |
Offline |
3 Hours |
No age limit cleared 10+2 |
| AAU VET |
Assam Agricultural University |
Annual |
Offline |
2 Hours |
Min 17 years, 45% in 10+2 |
| UP VET |
UP Veterinary Entrance |
Annual |
Offline |
2 Hour 30 Minutes |
Pass 10+2 with min 50% in PCB (40% for SC/ST) |
| OUAT |
Orissa University of Agriculture and Technology |
Annual |
Offline |
2 Hours |
Min 17 years, 45% in 10+2 |
| RPVT |
Rajasthan Pre-Veterinary Test |
Annual |
Offline |
3 Hour |
Min 17 years, 45% in 10+2 |
BVSc graduates have diverse career opportunities. They can work in private veterinary clinics, animal hospitals, research institutions, zoos, wildlife conservation organizations, pharmaceutical companies, government agencies, and academia.
1. Employment Opportunities - BVSc graduates can choose suitable Employment in veterinary hospitals, clinics, and Animal Research, Research projects, present findings at conferences, or publish research papers and also get into Professional Field.
BVSc graduates can choose to specialize in specific areas of veterinary practice or pursue further education and training to gain expertise in specialized fields. Additionally, BVSc graduates can also hold administrative or management positions in veterinary clinics, hospitals, research institutions, or government agencies.
Here are some common employment sectors for BVSc graduates:
- Private Veterinary Clinics
- Government Veterinary Services
- Research Institutions
- Animal Production and Agriculture
- Wildlife Conservation and Rehabilitation
- Pharmaceutical and Animal Health Industries
- Non-profit Organizations and Animal Welfare
- Teaching and Academia
Some common popular job titles for BVSc:
| Veterinarian |
Veterinary Nutritionist |
Veterinary Doctor |
| Wildlife Veterinarian |
Veterinary Surgeon |
Livestock Veterinarian |
| Veterinary Officer |
Small Animal Veterinarian |
Veterinary Consultant |
| Large Animal Veterinarian |
Veterinary Specialist |
Equine Veterinarian |
| Veterinary Pathologist |
Exotic Animal Veterinarian |
Veterinary Epidemiologist |
| Shelter Veterinarian |
Veterinary Microbiologist |
Research Veterinarian |
| Veterinary Pharmacologist |
Veterinary Public Health Officer |
Veterinary Radiologist |
| Veterinary Inspector |
Veterinary Anesthesiologist |
Veterinary Product Manager |
2. Venture into Entrepreneurship/Self-Employment – Definitely entrepreneurship or self-employment is a viable option for BVSc graduates who wish to explore their own veterinary-related business. eg: Veterinary Clinic or Hospital, Mobile Veterinary Services, Pet Training, and Behavior Consultation, Pet Breeding and Sales, Pet Rehabilitation and Physical Therapy, etc.
3. Career in Academy - Teaching in Universities/Colleges
4. Higher Studies & Skill Enhancements – Bachelor of Veterinary graduates can pursue higher education in like MVSc in a Specific field. In addition to these conventional qualifications, there are industry-specific certifications that give a good leap into the industry. An example of a few such certificates is listed below:
- Small/Large Animal Veterinary Certification
- Exotic Animal Medicine Certification
- Veterinary Dentistry Certification
- Veterinary Ultrasonography Certification
- Veterinary Ophthalmology Certification
- Veterinary Acupuncture Certification
- Veterinary Nutrition Certification
- Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Certification
Trending Career Profiles
- Veterinary Telemedicine Specialist
- Animal Welfare Officer
- One Health Practitioner
- Veterinary Clinical Pharmacologist
- Veterinary Rehabilitation Therapist
- Veterinary Geneticist
- Wildlife Forensic Scientist
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