The only program of its kind in Canada Bioveterinary Science will give you the foundation for a career in veterinary medicine and opens up a world of other exciting opportunities. Offered at our Agricultural Campus in Truro N.S. this degree program is the starting point for your animal-related career.

What will I learn?

Dalhousie's Bio veterinary Science program blends a core general science education with specialized courses in animal health and welfare. Our 200-hectare farm and high-tech laboratories give you opportunities in experiential learning. You’ll work directly with animals like sheep dairy cows fish chickens and more in both an academic and research capacity.

Students begin by taking foundation courses in biology chemistry math physics genetics biochemistry and cell biology. These courses will give you the background for more in-depth studies in topics such as veterinary epidemiology animal health and nutrition and mammalian physiology. You’ll leave with an in-depth knowledge of animals and focus on issues related to their health and care.

Our students gain practical experience alongside accomplished faculty members whose research projects are relevant to the needs of the modern animal care industry. No matter your chosen path your Bio veterinary Science degree will set you up for a successful career or future studies.

Sample courses:

• Companion Animal Biology
• Veterinary Immunology
• Animal Health

Careers and future study:

Bio veterinary Science can be your launching point to a career as a veterinarian. But our graduates can also follow a wide range of other paths to success. The broad science education and specialized knowledge of animals you obtain in Bio veterinary Science prepares you for careers such as:

• veterinarian
• wildlife conservation officer
• food promotion and inspection officer
• animal nutrition specialist
• research technician

You also open up a world of exciting opportunities for future studies. Students in the program can apply for early entrance into Canadian veterinary medicine programs after two years. Students who complete the four-year degree are prepared to apply to graduate programs in subjects such as animal science aquaculture and pharmacy.