Veterinary Nurse, BSc

University of Veterinary Medicine and Pharmacy in Košice, Slovakia

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The award	How you will study	Study duration	Course start	Domestic course fees	International course fees
BSc	Full-time	2 years	find out	find out	find out

About Veterinary Nurse, BSc - at University of Veterinary Medicine and Pharmacy in Košice

Study in the Veterinary Nurse study programme is aimed at acquiring knowledge in the field of intensive care for companion animals. The student has knowledge of diagnostic methods, basic knowledge of parasitic and infectious diseases of pets, interpretation of pathogenetic mechanisms in connection with disease processes, characteristics of tumors, developmental anomalies and immune disorders, the student is able to manage the veterinary reception and first contact with the patient and client. The student will master outpatient laboratory techniques, evidence and management of therapy for individual diseases, preventive veterinary health programs for puppies, adults and aging patients and patients with special needs, gains knowledge of management of handicapped, abandoned and zoo animals and have basic knowledge of hospitalized patient care management.

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Entry requirements

Full upper secondary education or full specialised upper secondary education qualification entitling the applicant to higher education study, attested by certificate (for example, General Certificate of Education, Matriculation Certificate, Certificate for Upper Secondary Education and Training, International Baccalaureate Diploma, Leaving Certificate, etc.)
Written entrance examination from subject Biology
Optional – written confirmation on work in organizations related to chosen study programme, i.e. work with private veterinarians focused on small animals or horses – if sent together with application, it is evaluated 5 points on top of points gained from entrance exams

Student reviews of University of Veterinary Medicine and Pharmacy in Košice

Find out what students say about University of Veterinary Medicine and Pharmacy in Košice

Rachel Muir, DVM – 2017

“I didn't choose veterinary as a career until I happened to visit a friend who was studying at the UVMP in Košice. I fell in love with the beautiful campus and friendly, multicultural atmosphere of the university dormitories. It was plain to see how much experience with animals we would receive just by exploring the campus, let alone all the other farms that the university collaborates with. I graduated with no regrets and would highly recommend it to anyone with a sense of adventure and determination.”

Shay Yardeny, DVM – 2018

“Choosing to study General Veterinary Medicine at the UVMP in Košice was one of the best choices I have done in my life. Košice is a beautiful city that provides the right balance between excellent education and leisure. The university and its staff members provided me with many practical tools and valuable knowledge that helped me kick off my career as a successful veterinary surgeon.”

Robert Murray, B.Sc (Hons) Biomed, DVM, MRCVS – 2020

“My four years at the UVMP in Košice were among the best years of my life. Class sizes were small and the instructors were recognized experts in their respective fields. Strong theoretical knowledge combined with daily practical instruction generates graduates that are highly sought after in the professional field. I would highly recommend prospective students to study at UVMP in Košice.”