- Entry requirements
- ATAR: 94
more entry options - Study mode
- Full Time
- First year fee (domestic)
- $12,301
- Full course fee (domestic)
- $73,804
- Full time duration
- 5
- Murdoch code
- B1402
The fees provided are indicative and intended only as a guide. They are based on a typical full-time enrolment for a first year student at Murdoch University of 24 credit points. The indicative fee is based on the applicable Commonwealth Supported Fee.
Course overview
Do you want to be a veterinarian? Western Australia’s only Veterinary Science course will provide you with the opportunity to develop the knowledge, skills and practical experience necessary to solve the existing and emerging problems of our companion animals, livestock and wildlife.
A science-based approach and hands-on experience will prepare you for the highest standard of work in the veterinary industry.
To become a qualified veterinarian, you will need to complete an integrated Bachelors-Masters degree over five years.
Students with prior university study in a relevant discipline may be eligible for advanced standing for first year units, with an opportunity for an accelerated option to complete an additional mandatory first year unit over summer. These students can be considered for entry into the second year of the veterinary course, thereby completing the degree over 4 calendar years.
3 reasons to study Veterinary Science at Murdoch
- Our veterinary science course is accredited with a number of leading associations around the world, including the Australasian Veterinary Boards Council Inc, American Veterinary Medical Association and the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons.
- Learn real-world skills in our state-of-the-art facilities that include veterinary teaching hospitals, clinics and a working farm, all located on the Perth campus.
- Extend your experience with all species of animals by completing placements with animal shelters, the Perth Zoo and a wide range of farms and veterinary practices, both in Australia and internationally.
What you’ll learn
Build the knowledge and skills you need to meet your career or study goals. Here are some of the things you’ll learn:
- Veterinary structure and function
- Principles of surgery, anaesthesia and diagnostic imaging
- Processes in animal disease
- Veterinary pharmacology and radiography
- Health and management of production animals
- Avian, wildlife and exotic pet medicine
Your future career
When you graduate you will be prepared for a career in animal health related fields, with animals of all species and sizes. You could work in primary care or emergency hospitals, in small animal practice, in large animal or mixed practice, or as a government veterinarian. Careers could include:
- Veterinary Clinician in private practice or academia
- Industry Consultant in agriculture, equestrian sport, animal welfare, animal behaviour
- Government Veterinarian, working on biosecurity, food security, herd disease and management
- Researcher in all aspects related to animal health and welfare, including animal models of disease
You could undertake specialist training in a wide range of clinical disciplines such as surgery, medicine, pathology, reproduction, or dermatology.
Previous admission information is available at Murdoch Admission Information - Veterinary Science
Professional accreditation
The School of Veterinary Medicine is accredited by the Australasian Veterinary Boards Council (AVBC), the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) in the UK, and the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA).
Professional recognition
Graduates of this course will be eligible for registration to practise veterinary medicine, without further examination, in Australia and a number of other countries including United Kingdom, New Zealand, Malaysia, Singapore and Hong Kong. The BSc/DVM degree is accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association which, after passing the appropriate National or State licensing examinations, allows Murdoch University graduates to practise in the USA and Canada.
Start dates
| Starting period | Location | Face to Face | Online |
Mixed mode
In this attendance mode, teaching and learning activities are delivered both face-to-face and online, with scheduled or flexible learning times. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1, 2026 | Murdoch | Yes | No | No |
| Semester 1, 2027 | Murdoch | Yes | No | No |
View the dates for our teaching periods or find out more about attendance modes.
| Starting period | Location | Face to Face | Online |
Mixed mode
In this attendance mode, teaching and learning activities are delivered both face-to-face and online, with scheduled or flexible learning times. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1, 2026 | Murdoch | Yes | No | No |
| Semester 1, 2027 | Murdoch | Yes | No | No |
View the dates for our teaching periods or find out more about attendance modes.
Admission requirements
| Means of admission | Minimum academic requirement | Minimum English requirement |
|---|---|---|
| University study | Successful completion of at least two years full-time or equivalent in a recognised English-speaking country. |
| University study |
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Minimum academic requirement |
Minimum English requirementSuccessful completion of at least two years full-time or equivalent in a recognised English-speaking country. |
| Means of admission | Minimum academic requirement | Minimum English requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Overseas Year 12 | Please refer to the information under the country of study. |
Please refer to the information under the country of study. |
| Western Australian Universities Foundation Program (WAUFP) | CPS 78 or higher. |
75% in English Language and Australian Cultural Studies (ELACS). |
| Minimum Selection Rank (WA/ACT/NSW/NT/SA/TAS/VIC) | 94 |
Scaled mark of 50 or higher in one of the following (or interstate equivalent):
Or evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic applicants only). |
| Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE) | Overall Position (OP) of 2 or lower. |
Sound Achievement (4) or better in a Queensland Studies Authority approved subject of one of the following:
Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only |
| Extenuating circumstances | Extenuating circumstances will not be granted for direct entry into the Veterinary Science program. If you have extenuating circumstances please apply for a pathway course in Animal Health or Animal Science. |
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| International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma | Total score of 36 or higher. |
Higher level (HL): 7 or better. Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only) |
| GCE A Levels | Aggregate of 14 points from:
At least two A-level subjects are included in the calculation AS-level subject attempted at A-level is not eligible to be included
A-level grades (A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1) AS-level grades (A=2.5, B=2, C=1.5, D=1, E=0.5) |
A Levels: |
| Overseas Year 12 |
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Minimum academic requirementPlease refer to the information under the country of study.
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Minimum English requirementPlease refer to the information under the country of study.
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| Western Australian Universities Foundation Program (WAUFP) |
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Minimum academic requirementCPS 78 or higher.
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Minimum English requirement75% in English Language and Australian Cultural Studies (ELACS).
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| Minimum Selection Rank (WA/ACT/NSW/NT/SA/TAS/VIC) |
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Minimum academic requirement94
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Minimum English requirementScaled mark of 50 or higher in one of the following (or interstate equivalent):
Or evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic applicants only). |
| Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE) |
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Minimum academic requirementOverall Position (OP) of 2 or lower.
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Minimum English requirementSound Achievement (4) or better in a Queensland Studies Authority approved subject of one of the following:
Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only |
| Extenuating circumstances |
|---|
Minimum academic requirementExtenuating circumstances will not be granted for direct entry into the Veterinary Science program. If you have extenuating circumstances please apply for a pathway course in Animal Health or Animal Science. |
| International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma |
|---|
Minimum academic requirementTotal score of 36 or higher. |
Minimum English requirementHigher level (HL): 7 or better. Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only) |
| GCE A Levels |
|---|
Minimum academic requirementAggregate of 14 points from:
At least two A-level subjects are included in the calculation AS-level subject attempted at A-level is not eligible to be included
A-level grades (A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1) AS-level grades (A=2.5, B=2, C=1.5, D=1, E=0.5) |
Minimum English requirementA Levels: |
| Means of admission | Minimum academic requirement | Minimum English requirement |
|---|---|---|
| AQF Certificate Level | No direct entry. |
No direct entry. |
| AQF Certificate Level |
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Minimum academic requirementNo direct entry.
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Minimum English requirementNo direct entry.
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| Means of admission | Minimum academic requirement | Minimum English requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) | No direct entry. |
Written English Score of 145 |
| Mature Age Pathway (MAP) | No direct entry – consider Animal Science pathway. |
No direct entry. |
| Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) |
|---|
Minimum academic requirementNo direct entry.
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Minimum English requirementWritten English Score of 145 |
| Mature Age Pathway (MAP) |
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Minimum academic requirementNo direct entry – consider Animal Science pathway.
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Minimum English requirementNo direct entry.
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English Requirements
You must meet a minimum standard in English to study at Murdoch, which for most courses can be demonstrated by providing evidence that you have completed Year 11 and 12 in Australia at any level if you are a domestic student, or through either English proficiency tests, university preparation courses, English language courses, previous tertiary study or vocational education.
Other Requirements
Veterinary Science is an animal-based course. Students are required to participate in practical work involving living and dead animals and/or tissues from animals throughout the course. Casper Situational Judgement Assessment All students seeking entry to Veterinary Science at Murdoch University must undertake the Casper assessment. The Casper is an online assessment where you will be asked to respond to written and video based scenarios. For more information, search for 'Casper" on the Murdoch website.Recognition of Prior Learning
Everyone has a different path to university so if you’ve already completed formal or informal learning, you could receive advanced standing. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) can reduce the amount of study needed to complete your degree by giving you credit for certain units.
Formal learning can include previous study in higher education vocational education or adult and community education. Informal learning can include on the job learning, various kinds of work and life experience.
Adjustment for Murdoch RISE
Murdoch RISE is a selection rank adjustment, as part of our commitment to helping students from regional, Indigenous and low socio-economic backgrounds gain university entry.
If you achieve an ATAR of 60.00 - 89.95, a Murdoch RISE adjustment factor of up to 10.00 points may help you get into your preferred course. Murdoch RISE can increase your selection rank up to a maximum of 90.00.
There’s no application or need to register. If you are eligible, the adjustment factor is automatically added to your raw ATAR score when you apply.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Everyone has a different path to university so if you’ve already completed formal or informal learning, you could receive advanced standing. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) can reduce the amount of study needed to complete your degree by giving you credit for certain units.
Formal learning can include previous study in higher education vocational education or adult and community education. Informal learning can include on the job learning, various kinds of work and life experience.
This information applies to courses offered at our Australian campuses only. Courses offered at our Dubai and Singapore campuses or delivered by Open Universities Australia may have different requirements.
Plan your course
Explore the sample course structure below to get an idea of what your degree could look like, or take the next step in planning your degree:
Use the Course Visualiser - build your personalised study plan interactively
Visit the Course Handbook - Get detailed information on units, prerequisites, and pathways.
To help plan the structure of your course, search for our suggested course plans.
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Fees & Scholarships
Fees
The fees provided are indicative and intended only as a guide. They are based on a typical full-time enrolment for a first year student at Murdoch University of 24 credit points. The indicative fee is based on the applicable Commonwealth Supported Fee.
Scholarships
How to Apply
Your document checklist
Ready to apply? Before you start, make sure you have all the following documentation ready for a quick application. Applications for Veterinary Science must be made via TISC.
Compulsory documents
Evidence that you meet Academic entry and English language requirements such as:
- Official Academic Transcripts and Certificates of Completion (of your highest academic study)
- ATAR results (if available)
- STAT results (if applicable)
- Evidence of meeting the minimum English language requirements
Course specific documents
All applicants
- Evidence of Casper situational judgement assessment booking or completion
- Completed Veterinary Medicine Application Form
Recommended documents (if applicable)
- Change of name documentation
- Marriage certificate
- Unit outlines if applying for Advanced Standing
Your document checklist
Ready to apply? Before you start, make sure you have all the following documentation ready for a quick application.
Compulsory documents
- Evidence that you meet Academic entry and English language requirements such as:
- Official Academic Transcripts and Certificates of Completion (of your highest academic study) both original and English translated versions.
- Evidence of meeting minimum English language requirements
- Genuine Student documents - Check the GS requirements page for further information
- GS Form 2
- Personal Statement (SOP)
- Up to date Curriculum Vitae
- A copy of your Passport
Course specific documents
- Evidence of Casper situational judgement assessment booking or completion
- Completed Veterinary Medicine Application Form
Recommended documents (if applicable)
- A copy of your visa documents
- A copy of any past visa rejection documents
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Change of name documentation
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Marriage certificate
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Unit outlines if applying for Advanced Standing
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All fees are indicative and are provided as a guide only. The actual fees will depend on the individual units you enrol in. You should refer to your Letter of Offer for specific course and fee related information.
The first-year indicative fee is based on a typical full-time enrolment at Murdoch University of 24 credit points.
For domestic students, including Australian citizens, permanent residents and New Zealand citizens, the indicative fee is based on the applicable Commonwealth Supported fee.
Indicative fees for international students are based on applicable full fee paying rates.
The estimated, indicative fee covers tuition fees only, and certain additional fees and charges may apply, depending on the course and units you choose. It also does not take into account any scholarships or bursaries for which you may be eligible.
The estimated, indicative fee assumes no fee increases or indexation. Over time, fee increases or indexation may occur and will affect the estimate. If you are a full fee paying student, this may occur at the start of your second and each subsequent year of study. In the case of Commonwealth Supported students, this will occur for each new calendar year in line with Government policy.
All fee estimates are provided in Australian dollars.