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Veterinary Surgery
University of Nigeria, Nsukka
Program Status: OPEN
Bachelors (B.Sc) - Full time
Fees: ₦119,050
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Program Summary

Veterinary surgery is a specialized field within veterinary medicine that focuses on the surgical treatment of animals. The course provides students with in-depth knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and surgical techniques necessary for diagnosing and treating various conditions in animals. It covers both soft tissue and orthopedic surgery, including procedures related to the gastrointestinal system, respiratory system, reproductive organs, musculoskeletal system, and nervous system. 

 

Students learn about preoperative and postoperative care, anesthesia administration, pain management, wound healing, and infection control. The course also emphasizes the use of modern surgical equipment, imaging techniques such as X-rays and ultrasound, and minimally invasive procedures like laparoscopy. Hands-on training is an essential part of the program, allowing students to develop technical skills through dissections, simulations, and supervised surgeries.

 

Ethical considerations, patient safety, and emergency response are key aspects of veterinary surgery training. The curriculum includes case studies, clinical rotations, and internships in veterinary hospitals or clinics to provide real-world experience. Graduates of veterinary surgery programs can specialize in areas such as small animal surgery, large animal surgery, or exotic animal surgery, and they may work in private practice, research, or academia.

Requirements

UME Entry Requirements: Prospective candidates must satisfy both the University minimum entry and specified Faculty requirements. The Faculty specifically requires that a candidate must have passed Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, and Biology, at least at credit level in Senior Secondary School Certificate (SSCE), GCE O/L or in an equivalent examination. The subjects to be taken in University Matriculation Examination are Chemistry, Physics, Biology and English Language. Direct Entry Requirements: Prospective candidates must have passed GCE A/L or HSC or an equivalent examination in Chemistry, Biology and Physics in addition to credit in Mathematics in SSCE or GCE O/L or an equivalent examination. Holders of Higher Diploma in Animal Health and Husbandry of the University of Nigeria or other equivalent Diploma with pass at Merit level, plus credit in Physics and Mathematics in GCE/OL or equivalent examinations are also eligible for Direct Entry admission. Candidates with good undergraduate University degree with a minimum of second class honours lower division in relevant science areas, plus basic entry requirement are also eligible for direct entry admission.

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Application fee: ₦10,000

Deadline: 2024-08-23


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