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Master of Science in Veterinary Medicine
Description:
The Master's degree program in Veterinary Medicine is one of the oldest programs at the university. Studies began in the year 1422/1423 AH through two tracks: Laboratory Diagnosis and Clinical Sciences. The department has graduated a large number of specialists in these fields from within and outside the Kingdom. The department also developed the Master's program, which was approved and sanctioned by the university in the academic year 1435-1436 AH to include four programs: (Master of Science in Basic Veterinary Sciences – Master of Science in Laboratory Diagnosis – Master of Science in Preventive Medicine – Master of Science in Veterinary Clinical Sciences). Studies in these programs commenced in the academic year 1437-1438 AH. In light of the new developments in university education in the Kingdom and the new university system and its requirement to provide self-funding sources for universities, the Veterinary Medicine program saw fit to restructure its Master's programs to align with the university's requirements for the number of admitted students for the Master's degree in Veterinary Medicine. Based on a precise diagnosis of the current situation, the department developed the Master's program by restructuring it in the year 1444 AH, renaming it “Master of Science in Veterinary Medicine” and including four tracks.
Eligible Applicants
Students
Method of study
Courses - Lectures - Thesis - Graduate Research
Degree
Master
School level
Postgraduate studies
Place of study (Male Students)
University City - Buraydah - Qassim Region - Building A2
Place of study (female students)
None
Required specialization
Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine
Admission from outside the major
Admission from outside the specialty is not possible
Years of study
Two years or 4 semesters
Study period
None
Number of Credit Hours
42
Credits required for graduation
34
STEP test
None
Other conditions
None
Tuition fees
40,000
Required GPA
of at least 5
2.75
of at least 4
1.75
of at least 100
70
Preference Mechanism for Admission
GPA
50%
Undergraduate Aptitude Test
50%
Differentiation test
None
Program goals :
1. To contribute to providing qualified national cadres in the field of veterinary medicine, to fill the shortage in this field.
2. Enable those enrolled in this program to be able to solve issues related to animal health and production.
3. Gain experience in planning, to develop appropriate strategies to contribute to the control and protection of animal diseases.
4. Preparing academically qualified cadres to utilize them in the field of teaching and scientific research.
Program learning outcomes :
Knowledge and understanding:
1-1 Students will be able to recall and understand knowledge related to veterinary medicine.
1-2 Students will be able to keep up with advancements in veterinary medicine.
2. Skills:
2.1 Students will be able to identify comprehensive methods for the diagnosis and treatment of animal and poultry diseases.
2-2 Students will be able to practice critical thinking and analytical skills in the field of research and innovation.
2-3 Students will be able to plan for health, disease prevention, and food safety.
2.4 Students will be able to demonstrate written and oral communication skills at a high level.
2.5 Students will be able to demonstrate critical analysis of emerging information and research findings related to
in veterinary medicine.
2-6 Students will be able to practice working in the veterinary field, using the senses and motor organs.
3. Values, autonomy and responsibility:
3.1 Students will be able to work in teams to effectively solve veterinary issues.
3.2 Students will be able to demonstrate an awareness of the ethical and professional aspects of veterinary medicine.
3.3 Students will be able to make accurate and valid assessments independently.
Tracks :
1- Basic veterinary sciences.
2- Laboratory diagnosis.
3- Preventive medicine.
4- Veterinary Clinical Sciences.
Career opportunities:
Academically distinguished students are accepted to work as teaching assistants at the college or other related colleges, with the aim of qualifying them for 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.