Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Animal management and Veterinary Nursing

Institute: Institute of Applied Science

Department: Centre for Agriculture, Aquatics, and Animal Sciences

Programme of Study offered on Full Time basis as per MCAST Course Offering – Prospectus 2025/26
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Programme Code: AG6-W01-23
MQF Level: Level 6
Credits: 180 credits
Accredited Work Based Learning: Internship
Duration: 3 Years

Course Description

This Bachelor’s degree aims at providing learners with the opportunity to specialise in the veterinary nursing profession whilst also learning subjects related to other aspects of livestsock management and animal care. The students will have the opportunity to study various aspects of veterinary nursing of various animals whilst practising clinical skills throughout the duration of the course. The course will also tackle subjects related to wildlife sciences and the business components of animal enterprises.
Furthermore, learners will undertake a research project whereby they will be expected to select a topic for investigation following an established methodology.

Career Prospects

Registered Veterinary Nurse,
Veterinary Technician,
Farm Manager,
Nutritional Adviser

Entry Requirements

Internal Progression route….
MCAST Advanced Diploma in Animal Management and Veterinary Nursing
or
MCAST Advanced Diploma in Fish Management
or
MCAST Advanced Diploma in Horticulture

OR

2 A-Level passes and 2 I-Level passes

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Updated: 2025-06-11