Pioneer Program Overview
The DVM program is designed to produce graduates in veterinary science competent in animal disease diagnosis, treatment, control, investigation, and production. Graduates of the Faculty are skilled with day-one competencies to serve the veterinary and livestock industries.
These veterinarians have the required knowledge to practice in veterinary clinics and hospitals.
In most courses, student performance is determined by continuous assessment with one final examination at the end of the semester. The minimum duration of the DVM program is 5 years or 10 semesters and the successful completion of not less than 189 total credits.
Students may apply for an extension of study duration if they are required to repeat failed courses or due to personal reasons such as illnesses.
Graduates of the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine are recognized by and registered with the Malaysian Veterinary Council (MVM) to obtain a certificate that entitles them to practice working in Malaysia as qualified veterinarians.
Duration of Study
5 Years
Course Mode
Full-time
Course Location
Bintulu
Intakes
Career Opportunities
Job opportunities for graduates of the Veterinary Medicine degree program are vast, whether as a veterinary officer in various government and private agencies or private companies engaged in the veterinary industry. Many graduates are expected to be self-sufficient and decided to open their own veterinary clinics.
Entry Requirement
ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS
a) CGPA (CGPA) of at least 3.50
b) Obtained at least Grade B+ for Chemistry Subject
c) Obtained at least Grade B+ for Biology Subject
d) Get at least:
- MUET Band 3; or
- IELTS Band 5.5; or
- TOEFL Score 500 (PBT)/60 (IBT)/176 (CBT)
- CIEP Level 108
e) Pass the prescribed Interview
