• D.V.M. or equivalent from a recognized college or university 
• Proof of English proficiency may be required for applicants to graduate programs. Proof of English proficiency may be demonstrated through:
   
  1.  A minimum of three consecutive years of full-time study or completion of a graduate degree at a recognized post-secondary institution, where the exclusive language of instruction and examination of the program and/or institution is English; or 
  2. Provision of evidence of English language proficiency, using one of the approved tests listed in the English Language Proficiency Policy. Acceptable test scores are as follows: 
     • TOEFL: a minimum of 22 out of 30 in each component with a combined minimum total score of 100 
     • IELTS: a minimum score of 7.5 out of 9 in each area and overall 

• A cumulative weighted average of at least a 70% (U of S grade system equivalent) in the last two years of study (i.e. 60 credit units) 
• Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident 
• Eligibility for restricted, educational licensure to practice veterinary medicine in the province of clinical training 
• Background in swine medicine and production, gained in one of the following ways:
  
  1. At least five (5) years of documentable experience in swine practice or industry, with a minimum of 2 years in Canada or the USA. 
  2. Completion of an MSc degree, plus at least one (1) year of swine practice or related swine industry experience; 
  3. Completion of a PhD degree in a swine-related area, along with documented evidence of consulting or work experience (intern/externships) in the swine industry. 

• Successful completion of the ABVP-swine health management entry examination 
• Cover letter expressing/explaining interest in the program 
• Resume or CV, detailing all post-secondary education, work experiences, certifications, professional or community activities 
• Letter of support from a supervisor or veterinarian licensed to practice in Canada  

For more information on language proficiency requirements, see the College of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies Academic Policies.

• GPS 960.0
• GPS 961.0, if research involves human subjects
• GPS 962.0, if research involves animal subjects
• VLAC 990.0
• VLAC 992.0

A minimum of 30 credit units:

• 12 credit units pertaining to clinical competency in swine medicine, as approved by the advisory committee. Clinical training will take place in remote locations in Alberta, Manitoba, or Saskatchewan.
• 18 credit units pertaining to research and discipline-specific, foundational knowledge, as approved by the advisory committe.