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Veterinary Medicine
Description:
The Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine program aims to graduate professionals equipped with skills that meet labor market demands, contributing to the preservation of livestock and poultry, and protecting humans from zoonotic diseases. In addition to the college's role in applied research that addresses solutions to disease problems, the college plays an active role in community service through the services provided by the University Veterinary Hospital, veterinary convoys, training courses, workshops, and seminars related to animal and bird health and the safety of animal products. The first batch of students was admitted to the Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine program at the College of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine in Qassim for the academic year 1406/1407 AH (1986/1987 AD). The Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine program has been reviewed three times over the past years. The study plan began with the code (بيط) in 1407 AH, then the code (طبي) in 1423 AH, and finally the code (طبب) in 1437 AH. This was to keep pace with the development at the university, global changes in veterinary medicine education, and local and regional updates and requirements. Veterinary Medicine program graduates have excelled in all field areas. A large number of them have obtained Master's and Doctoral degrees from the most prestigious international universities. Some of them are currently faculty members in the program and in other colleges at Qassim University and other Saudi universities. Development and excellence have been a hallmark of the Veterinary Medicine program throughout the years. The Department of Veterinary Medicine received the Qassim University Award for Research Excellence, and the department also received the University Award for Distinguished Research. Department members have participated in most relevant local, regional, and international scientific forums, which has elevated the university's reputation regionally and internationally. As a result, the program was among the first university programs to receive full national accreditation from the National Center for Academic Accreditation and Evaluation for the period from May 2016 to April 2023. Furthermore, full national accreditation has been renewed by the National Center for Academic Accreditation and Evaluation for the period from January 2025 to December 2029.
Eligible Applicants
Students
Method of study
Courses - Lectures - Practical Lessons - Field Training
Degree
Bachelor
School level
University study
Place of study (Male Students)
University City - Buraydah - Qassim Region - Building A2
Place of study (female students)
N/A
Required specialization
In Bachelor's Degree High School Diploma - Scientific Stream
Years of study
5 years or 10 semesters
Study period
Morning
Number of Credit Hours
195
Credits required for graduation
195
Other conditions
Bachelor's degree: The student is admitted to the veterinary medicine program after passing the first level with the required rate determined by the College Council for each semester
Tuition fees
Morning
Preference Mechanism for Admission
Secondary school
30%
General Aptitude Test
30%
Achievement test
40%
Program goals :
1. Provide veterinary education to prepare highly qualified graduates who are technically skilled and capable of continuous learning, allowing them to develop themselves professionally.
2. Achieving outstanding scientific research in the field of veterinary medicine.
3. Serving the community and professionals to ensure the quality and safety of animal products.
Program learning outcomes :
1- Knowledge and understanding: Students should be able to:
1.1 Recall and understand knowledge related to veterinary medicine.
1.2 Keep abreast of new developments in veterinary medicine.
2- Skills: Students should be able to:
2.1 Identify comprehensive methods for the diagnosis and treatment of animal and poultry diseases.
2-2 Exercise critical thinking and analytical skills for surgical and obstetric intervention.
2.3 Planning for health promotion, disease prevention, and food safety.
2-4 Demonstrate high-level written and oral communication skills.
2.5 Demonstrate critical analysis of emerging information and research findings related to veterinary medicine5.
2-6 Practicing work in the veterinary field using the senses and motor organs.
3- Values, autonomy and responsibility: Students should be able to:
3.1 Working in teams to solve veterinary issues effectively.
3.2 Demonstrate full awareness of the ethical and professional aspects of veterinary medicine.
3.3 Accurate and sound assessment with full independence.
Tracks :
Veterinary Medicine
Career opportunities:
1 - The scientifically distinguished students are accepted to work as teaching assistants in the college or other related colleges for the purpose of qualifying them with a master's degree in veterinary medicine to work as faculty members.
2. Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture.
3 - Veterinary quarantine and slaughterhouses.
4 - Security and Military Animals Department.
5 - Saudi Standards and Metrology Organization.
6 - Private veterinary clinics and veterinary pharmacies.
7 - Livestock and poultry production projects.
8 - Horse and camel breeding and care centers.
9 - Saudi Food and Drug Authority and pharmaceutical companies.
Local Accreditation - National Center for Academic Accreditation and Assessment (NCAAA)