Veterinarian Courses
A Veterinarian diagnoses and treats animals, specialising in areas like pets or wildlife, while ensuring excellent animal care and communication.
AI Exposure
Low
Core skills such as social intelligence and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.
AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).
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How do I become a Veterinarian
Get qualified to work as a Veterinarian with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
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From $58,580
Become a qualified vet with the Bachelor of Veterinary Science (Honours). This scientific degree program introduces you to veterinary medicine and teaches you how to diagnose and treat a wide range of domestic animals, pets, and native species.
Depending on your chosen university your studies include a clinical placement and you’ll graduate ready to practice veterinary medicine in Australia, New Zealand, and the UK.
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From $58,580
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From $22,200
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The Bachelor of Veterinary Technology covers fundamental sciences, including chemistry, biochemistry, and mathematics, alongside animal handling, care, welfare, and behaviour. The course delves into applied and clinical nutrition, animal disease mechanisms, and diagnostic techniques. It also includes studies in small and large animal health, therapeutics, surgical and medical nursing principles, and veterinary practice management. This degree equips students with both theoretical and practical skills nece...
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From $22,200
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From $26,565
The Bachelor of Science (Animal Biology) delves into the study of terrestrial, avian, and aquatic animals. It examines their chemical and physical compositions, evolution, behaviour, physiology, ecology, and biodiversity. With an estimated 1-2 million animal species, only a fraction are known. This degree emphasizes the vast diversity of animal life and its implications for agriculture, conservation, veterinary science, education, and public policy. Students engage in both field and laboratory learning, f...
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From $26,565
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From $26,850
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The Bachelor of Science (Animal Science) provides an in-depth understanding of animal behaviour, health, welfare, nutrition, production, reproduction, and human-animal interactions. Students gain hands-on experience with diverse animal facilities, from reptiles and native mammals to sheep and cattle, and collaboration with wildlife parks, zoos, and farms. As human-animal interactions grow, especially in companionship and food production, graduates are poised for diverse careers including animal welfare of...
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From $26,850
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How much does a Veterinarian earn?
In Australia, a full time Veterinarian generally earns $1,950 per week ($101,400 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
What are the job opportunities for a Veterinarian?
The number of people working in this industry is likely to grow strongly in coming years. There are currently 8,100 people employed as a Veterinarian in Australia. Veterinarians may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
How do I become a Veterinarian?
A Bachelor of Veterinary Science (Honours) is an ideal qualification if you’re planning a career as a Veterinarian. This course will prepare you for a range of roles in veterinary medicine and includes clinical placements as part of your studies. You’ll learn to diagnose and treat a range of domestic animals, pets and native species.
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A Veterinarian treats animals for illnesses, injuries and other health concerns. You might specialise in a particular type of animal such as domestic pets or work with wildlife or exotic animals. Veterinarians examine animals and make diagnoses. You might conduct regular health checks, provide medication, perform surgeries or perform other treatments.
Veterinarians should be passionate about animals and have excellent animal handling skills. It’s important you can communicate well with owners and colleagues and work as part of a larger team. Veterinarians must have excellent attention to detail and be able to follow correct procedures. You’ll need to be able to remain calm during challenging situations.
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