Melbourne Polytechnic
Bachelor of Veterinary Nursing
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationLaunch your career in animal care with our cutting-edge Bachelor of Veterinary Nursing – the first qualification of its kind in Australia.
Delivered by Melbourne Polytechnic in partnership with La Trobe University, this hands-on program produces highly skilled clinicians ready to enter the growing veterinary nurse workforce.
Delivery mode
Melbourne Polytechnic offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- Cooper St & Dalton Rd, Epping
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Prerequisite: VCE:
Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or at least 20 in English other than EAL.
Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 20 in one of Biology, Chemistry or any Mathematics.
Selection criteria:
You may satisfy the academic requirements by completing the STAT multiple choice if you:
- are not currently studying an Australian Year 12 (or equivalent)
- have no prior secondary school (Year 12), VET studies, HE studies or relevant work experience that can be considered for entry, or
- do not meet the minimum academic requirements for the program.
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Veterinary Nursing will prepare you for the following roles.
About Melbourne Polytechnic
We offer a wide range of innovative TAFE (VET) and Higher Education (Degrees) that prepare students for the workplace. With courses that focus on practical skills and hands-on experience, our students graduate with the knowledge they need to thrive in their careers.
Our teachers are passionate and established in their professions and they're here to guide students in theirs. We know that circumstances can create barriers to learning, so we offer our students personalised pathways, flexible study options and learning support.
Our campuses boast some of the best training facilities in Australia. Many of our classrooms and workshops simulate real-work environments. In many courses, students have an opportunity to provide services to the public and industry while learning.