UndergraduateNursing & Health Sciences
Bachelor of Veterinary Technology
Southern Cross University, Lismore/Gold Coast/Coffs Harbour, NSW, Australia
About this program
The Bachelor of Veterinary Technology provides the skills, knowledge and experience necessary to operate as a Veterinary Technologist in Australia or New Zealand. You will graduate job-ready with a solid understanding of veterinary procedures and animal care, supported by ongoing work experience in general veterinary practice settings and comprehensive clinical skills training. You will develop a strong theoretical understanding of a veterinary health care team philosophy, focussing on areas such as anatomy and physiology, animal nutrition and reproduction, clinical pathology and microbiology, radiography, and pharmacology. You will apply your knowledge through professional placements which will foster skills in examination and clinical diagnostics, husbandry, therapeutics, pharmacy, anaesthesia, diagnostic imaging and surgical processes, allowing you to hit the ground running. Important Information: For more information on our Veterinary courses, please refer to our Frequently Asked Questions.
Cost & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
1 term of coursework
- ANIM1001Animal Husbandry
- Handling and Behaviour
- VETS1001Foundations of Veterinary Professionalism and Communication
- CHEM1001Chemistry
- BIOL1005Cells and Molecules
- ANIM1002Animal Production
- Husbandry and Handling
- VTEC1001Anatomy and Physiology for Veterinary Technologists
- VTEC1002Principles of Animal Health Assessment for Veterinary Technologists
- VTEC1003Surgical Theatre and Dental Care for Veterinary Technologists
- VTEC2001Medical Nursing for Veterinary Technologists 1
- VTEC2002Diagnostic Procedures
- Laboratory Techniques and Imaging for Veterinary Technologists
- BIOL2007Biochemistry
- VTEC2004Pharmacology for Veterinary Technologists
- VETS2002Applied Veterinary Microbiology
- VTEC2003Medical Nursing for Veterinary Technologists 2
- VTEC2005Anaesthesia and Analgesia for Veterinary Technologists
- VETS2011Animal Nutrition for Health
- Performance and Production
- VTEC3006Medical Nursing for Veterinary Technologists 3
- VETS2013Veterinary Professionalism and Communication 2
- VTEC3010Animal Emergency Management in Natural Disasters
- VTEC3007Clinical Placements 1
- VTEC3008Clinical Placements 2
- VTEC3009The Professional Veterinary Technologist
- VBIO1005Anatomy and Physiology 5
- Elective Units
- Select 1 university wide elective unit (12 credit points)
Career & PR pathway
Occupations this degree typically leads to, and their skilled-migration list status
Registered Nurse (Aged Care)ANZSCO 254412
On both MLTSSL and CSOL, supporting 189/190/491 and the employer-sponsored 482/186. Needs registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, assessed against ANMAC's standards.
Assessed by Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
Registered Nurse (Medical)ANZSCO 254418
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via ANMAC assessment and NMBA registration. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
Registered Nurse (Mental Health)ANZSCO 254422
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via ANMAC assessment and NMBA registration. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
Registered Nurse (Community Health)ANZSCO 254414
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via ANMAC assessment and NMBA registration. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
Nurse PractitionerANZSCO 254411
On both MLTSSL and CSOL, supporting 189/190/491 and the employer-sponsored 482/186. Requires advanced NMBA endorsement on top of standard registration.
Assessed by Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
MidwifeANZSCO 254111
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via ANMAC assessment and NMBA registration. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
PhysiotherapistANZSCO 252511
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via an Australian Physiotherapy Council assessment. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Physiotherapy Council
Occupational TherapistANZSCO 252411
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via an Occupational Therapy Council assessment. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Occupational Therapy Council of Australia
DietitianANZSCO 251111
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via a Dietitians Australia assessment. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Dietitians Australia
List membership changes over time and does not guarantee an invitation. See the skilled occupation lists guide and the points calculator before relying on this for a visa decision.
Admissions
ATAR: 65. To be eligible for the Bachelor of Veterinary Technology, students must complete 24 units (288 Credit Points), comprising: 23 core units (276 credit points) and 1 elective unit (12 credit points) Fit to Practice Students are required to be vaccinated with Q-Fever (including results) and Tetanus before starting any units. Work Integrated Learning (WIL) This course includes Work Integrated Learning (WIL). Pre-requisites to meet professional regulatory requirements must be met prior to attending WIL placement. All WIL learning hours must be completed and professional behaviour and conduct must be demonstrated. Inherent Requirements Inherent Requirements apply to this course as defined on the Inclusion Support website. Students who have a disability or health condition which may impact on their ability to meet these requirements are encouraged to visit the Inclusion Support website for further information and contact details. Progression and Leave of Absence (LoA) Students are not permitted to have an extended period of more than 12 months between study of any two (2) units without prior approval from the Course Coordinator Students who have an approved interrupted study sequence of 12 months or more will be assessed on a case-by-case basis and may be required to undertake specified practice or theory remediation activities to ensure currency prior to continuation of the course. Students’ continuation of the course post approved interruption of study is subject to available places within the cohort and teaching period.
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