Bachelor Of Science (ord) Veterinary Nursing in Letterkenny Institute of Technology, Ireland

Bachelor Of Science (ord) Veterinary Nursing in Letterkenny Institute of Technology

Our Bachelor of Science in Veterinary Nursing is a three-year course that will prepare you for a career in the veterinary field. You’ll be qualified to work closely with veterinary surgeons in diagnosing and treating animals suffering from a range of medical issues.

Veterinary science is one of the most popular and fascinating fields of medical science. This course - that is fully accredited by the Veterinary Council of Ireland - will teach you different aspects of science, clinical and surgical nursing, animal husbandry, ethics and laboratory management.

You’ll also learn about veterinary practice management and communication skill. It’s a course with a strong emphasis on practical skills and involves a six-week placement in each semester in a veterinary environment.

After graduating you’ll be able to pursue an exciting and challenging career in private veterinary practices, animal welfare organisations and veterinary hospitals as a registered veterinary nurse, animal behaviourist or veterinary pharmaceutical sales specialist.

Career Pathways

The main employers are:

• Private Veterinary Practices
• Animal Welfare Organistations

• Veterinary Hospitals

Graduate Careers

Graduate careers typically include:

• Registered Veterinary Nurse
• Animal Behaviourist
• Veterinary Pharmaceutical Specialist