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University of Melbourne

  • 37% international / 63% domestic

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine

  • Doctorate (PhD)

The Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) is based on the latest global thinking in veterinary science practice, teaching and learning.

Key details

Degree Type
Doctorate (PhD)
Duration
4 years full-time
Course Code
071999D
Study Mode
In person
Intake Months
Mar
Domestic Fees
$255,987 total

About this course

The Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) is based on the latest global thinking in veterinary science practice, teaching and learning.

Study locations

Parkville

What you will learn

Study from five streams of learning

Our DVM curriculum has been developed around five learning domains, which are infused in every subject and are based around the attributes of a veterinary scientist:

  • The scientific basis of clinical practice
  • Ethics and animal welfare
  • Biosecurity and population health
  • Clinical skills
  • Personal and professional development

Career pathways

Whether you are advancing your current qualification or already working in the field, graduate study can improve your career progression and earning potential.

How to apply

Domestic applicants for graduate entry - 2021 intake

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Veterinary Science courses at University of Melbourne.
78.2%
Overall satisfaction
68%
Skill scale
48.3%
Teaching scale
93.9%
Employed full-time
$57.5k
Average salary