Admission Requirements

  • A cumulative weighted average of 70% (U of S grade system equivalent) in the last two years of full-time study (e.g. 60 credit units)
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (D.V.M.), or equivalent, from a recognized college or university, contingent on acceptance by the College of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies.
  • Proof of English proficiency for international applicants and for applicants whose first language is not English.

Degree Requirements

Students must maintain continuous registration in the 992 course.

  • GPS 960.0
  • GPS 961.0, if research involves human subjects
  • GPS 962.0, if research involves animal subjects

A minimum of 30 credit units, including the following:

  • 3 credit unit elective, as approved by the advisory committee
  • PUBH 809.3
  • VLAC 808.3
  • VLAC 809.9
  • VLAC 810.9
  • VLAC 812.2
  • VLAC 813.1
  • VLAC 990.0
  • VLAC 992.0

Students must also complete the following:

  • Safety Orientation for Employees
  • Biosafety