The University of Queensland
Bachelor of Veterinary Science (Honours)
St Lucia, Queensland, Australia
Level
Bachelor (Honours)
Duration
5F
Campus
Gatton (QLD)
Intl. Tuition
A$89,712 (2027-28)
Intake
February 2027
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Course Overview
Bachelor of Veterinary Science (Honours) at The University of Queensland in St Lucia, Queensland, Australia is a bachelor (honours) programme designed to give you both rigorous academic grounding and exposure to current practice in the field.
- Study with academics who are active researchers and industry practitioners, with regular contact through seminars, tutorials, and project work.
- Develop core knowledge in your first year before specialising through optional modules in later years tailored to your interests and career goals.
- Build practical, transferable skills — analysis, communication, teamwork, and project delivery — that employers across sectors actively look for.
- Access dedicated employability support including internships, placements, alumni mentoring, and a careers service that connects students to graduate roles.
- Join a global student community with extracurricular societies, sports, volunteering, and study-abroad opportunities to round out your university experience.
The University at a Glance
Student Population
57,130
Staff Ratio
13.0:1
International
39.0%
Career Prospects
Employment Rate
80.0%
of graduates employed
Avg Starting Salary
£42,660
First-year earnings
Costs & Living
City & Location
Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Course Curriculum
Year 1
- Foundations of Bachelor of Veterinary Science (Honours)
- Academic and Research Skills
- Quantitative Methods
- Introduction to Theory and Practice
- Optional language or breadth module.
Year 2
- Intermediate Bachelor of Veterinary Science (Honours) topics
- Applied Methods and Tools
- Group Project
- Two optional pathway modules
- Career and Industry Insights.
Year 3
- Advanced Bachelor of Veterinary Science (Honours)
- Independent Dissertation or Capstone Project
- Two specialist optional modules aligned with your interests
- Employability and Professional Development.
Entry Requirements
Subjects
- For additional information about the admissions criteria for UQ and for this course, refer to UQ's website. | Students must pass all courses for any given semester to progress to the next semester and must take vacation practical work. Students are exposed to animals and agricultural environments as part of their learning. Immunisations against Q fever and tetanus is mandatory, and students will be required to provide evidence of immunisation upon commencement of the program | English, Literature, English and Literature Extension or English as an Additional Language (Units 3 and 4, C)
- Mathematical Methods (Units 3 and 4, C)
- Chemistry (Units 3 and 4, C)
- Physics or Biology (Units 3 and 4, C)
Source: CourseSeeker (Australian Government), retrieved September 2026. Always confirm the current requirements with the university.
Assessment Methods
Assessment is varied across the programme and may include: Written examinations across foundational modules; Coursework essays and analytical reports; Group and individual projects with presentations; Practical lab, studio, or fieldwork assessments where relevant; A final-year dissertation or capstone project that lets you specialise in a topic of your choice.
Campus & City Life
Student Population
57,130
Total students
Staff Ratio
13:1
Students per staff
International Students
39%
Of student body
Campus at a Glance
City Size
Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Mild coastal
Safety Index (indicative)
8.0/10
Transport
Good (close to station or regional airport)
Social Scene
Friendly community | Global / diverse | Coastal lifestyle | Academic / intellectual
University Stats
Career & Outcomes
Graduate Employment
80%
Employed after graduation
Avg Starting Salary
£42,660
Average first-year salary
Costs & Living Expenses
Total Programme Cost
A$448,560
For full 5F