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Bachelor of Veterinary ScienceEntry Information for Domestic Applicants

This program aims to produce graduates of the highest academic standards, who can progress to veterinary practice and to further studies in veterinary specialities. Graduates will be uniquely qualified in the fields of rural/remote and tropical veterinary practice.

Overview

James Cook University’s Bachelor of Veterinary Science degree course is a 5 year undergraduate course and is primarily for school leavers (i.e. applicants who have completed Year 12 or equivalent in the last two years). A limited number of places may be available for non-school leavers.

Facilities on the Townsville campus include teaching laboratories, a range of livestock paddocks and yards, small animal pens and access to JCU’s own cattle station at nearby Charters Towers, Fletcherview. Students gain the skills to diagnose, treat and prevent diseases in pets, livestock, aquatic species and native fauna. In their final year, students undergo clinical placements in a range of settings across northern Queensland at JCU facilities in Townsville, the Atherton Tablelands and Mackay as well as local veterinary hospitals, practices and in government agencies.

This course is accredited by the Australasian Veterinary Boards Council (AVBC). Graduates are eligible to practice as Veterinarians in Australia, New Zealand and UK.

Important Dates

4 AUG Application opening date for JCU Application Form

4 AUG Application opening date QTAC

30 SEPT Closing date for JCU Application Form

30 SEPT Closing date for QTAC Application

14 JAN QTAC offers released to applicants

19 JAN Last date to respond to QTAC January offer

round, applicants must respond to QTAC and JCU

15 FEB Orientation Week begins

19 FEB JCU Academic Year begins

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NEW ZEALAND CITIZENS

New Zealand Citizens need to apply as Domestic Applicant.

NEW ZEALAND PERMANENT RESIDENTS

New Zealand permanent residents need to apply as International Applicant.

Summary of selection process

Applicants will be evaluated based on the following criteria:

• Academic performance in Year 12 studies or insubsequent tertiary studies as provided through QTAC

• Evaluation of the written component of the application form

• Rural and remote or Indigenous background

A limited number of places are allocated to non Year 12 applicants. Candidates will be evaluated on the basis of their written application and their most recent GPA (Grade Point Average).

In 2021, the College of Public Health, Medical and Veterinary Sciences has available approximately 80 places in the first year of the Bachelor of Veterinary Science degree.

INFORMATION FOR THOSE WHO ARE NOT STUDYING YEAR 12 OR EQUIVALENT THIS YEAR

The most recent course GPS (Grade Point Average) score will be used to rank applicants who have commenced or completed tertiary studies. While an applicant’s most recent GPA is given the most weight, the applicant’s complete academic profile as supplied by QTAC may be considered. An applicant’s other studies/qualifications that do not generate a GPA score will not be considered.

Graduate applicants with a related background may be considered for entry into the Bachelor of Veterinary Science beyond Year 1 level, subject to the academic performance of the recent qualification.

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Summary of selection processApplicants will be evaluated based on the followingcriteria:• Academic performance in Year 12 studies or in

subsequent tertiary studies• Evaluation of the written component of the

application form

In 2020, the College of Public Health, Medical andVeterinary Sciences has available approximately 5places in the Bachelor of Veterinary Science coursefor International applicants.

Successful applicants for a place in theBachelor of Veterinary Science DegreeOffers of a place in the Bachelor of Veterinary Sciencedegree are made by Admissions. Applicants areadvised to check with an Australian Embassy or HighCommission regarding the length of time required toobtain a student visa from their country.

Unsuccessful applicantsApplicants who are unsuccessful will be notified byAdmissions. An applicant who has been unsuccessfulin obtaining a place in the James Cook UniversityBachelor of Veterinary Science this year, but who isstrongly motivated towards a career in the VeterinaryScience field, might consider undertaking a Bachelordegree in Medical Laboratory Science, BiomedicalSciences or Science. Unsuccessful applicantsconsidering undertaking studies in one of the abovedegrees with a view to eventual acceptance into theVeterinary Science degree, should however be awarethat the number of places available for non-schoolleaver entry into the James Cook University Bachelorof Veterinary Science is very limited, and it would beinappropriate and most unwise for an unsuccessfulapplicant to see that eventual outcome as any morethan a possibility.

English language requirementsUnless your education was undertaken in one ofthe following countries: Australia, Canada, Ireland,New Zealand, South Africa, UK or USA you will berequired to meet the following English Proficiencyrequirement (Tests must be less than 2 years old attime of admission).

English Language Test Minimum ScoresIELTS (academic module) with a minimum overallscore of 7 (no component lower than 7.0),

OR PTE Academic with a minimum overall score of65 and a minimum score of 65 in each of the fourcommunicative skills (listening, reading, writing andspeaking),

OR TOEFL (internet based) with a minimum totalscore of 94 and a minimum writing score of 27,

Pre-requisite subjectsFor entry into James Cook University’s Bachelor ofVeterinary Science degree, applicants must havesuccessfully completed four semesters and achievedan exit level of at least Sound Achievement in English,Mathematics B and Chemistry or interstate or overseasequivalent. The study of Biology is highly desirable.For international equivalents contact Admissions viae-mail: internationaladmissions@jcu.edu.au

Inherent Requirements andReasonable AdjustmentsInherent requirements are the fundamentalabilities, attributes, skills and behaviors needed tosuccessfully complete the course. Find your courserequirements under Inherent Requirements.

Professional Experience PlacementProfessional experience placement is a formalcomponent of this course and prepares you forregistration and/or accreditation as a professionalin your field. Visit Preparing for ProfessionalExperience Placement for more information.

VaccinationsQ Fever VaccinationStudents must provide evidence of being immuneto Q Fever within the first teaching period of theirstudies. Students who are not immune to Q Feverwill not be permitted on-site at some facilitiesand consequently this may result in their inabilityto complete the requirements of the degree asaccredited by the relevant professional accreditingbody. If a student has not complied with the aboverequirements by the last day of the first teachingperiod of their studies, their enrolment will beterminated.

The College of Public Health, Medical and VeterinaryScience recommends additional vaccinations andstudents will receive information regarding thesevaccinations at the commencement of their first year.Information on the pre-placement requirements forthe Bachelor of Veterinary Science can be found atPreparing for Professional Experience Placement.

This course may have specific admissionrequirements such as immunisation, the requirementto obtain a Suitability to work with Children Card,federal police check and/or other requirements thatStudents must comply with. Students must completeall Professional Experience Placement requirementsby the prescribed deadlines and maintain currencyof all requirements in order to stay admitted to thecourse.

Contact detailsAdmissionsPhone: 1800 246 446 (freecall)Email: Internationaladmissions@jcu.edu.auwww.jcu.edu.au/international

College of Public Health,Medical and Veterinary SciencesCollege of Public Health, Medical andVeterinary Sciences

James Cook University Handbookwww.jcu.edu.au/course-and-subject-handbook

James Cook University Accommodationwww.jcu.edu.au/accommodation

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BACHELOR OF VETERINARY SCIENCE 2021 ENTRY INFORMATION FOR DOMESTIC APPLICANTS

Submissions

Please read the information below before applying for the Bachelor of Veterinary Science course at James Cook University.

The Application Form for selection into the James Cook University degree of Bachelor of Veterinary Science is to be returned:

By Post

Division of Tropical Health and Medicine PO Box 864, Aitkenvale Business Centre QLD 4814 Australia

In Person

Student Centre Education Central Building 134 Townsville Campus QLD 4811 Australia

The application closing date is 30 September, 2020. Applications postmarked1 after this date will NOT be accepted.

How do I apply?

The Veterinary Science application process has two distinct stages. You will need to submit an application directly to James Cook University (by filling in the application form) AND apply online through QTAC.

AUSTRALIAN ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER APPLICANTS

The College of Public Health, Medical and Veterinary Sciences is committed to contributing to the University’s desire to increase the number of Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who participate in its programs, and makes particular effort to encourage Indigenous students to participate in veterinary education. It is committed to responding to their identified higher education needs. A key objective of the JCU College of Public Health, Medical and Veterinary Sciences is to graduate Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander veterinarians. Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants interested in pursuing a career in Veterinary Science should contact the

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INFORMATION FOR THOSE NEW ZEALAND APPLICANTS STUDYING NCEA THIS YEAR

New Zealand students studying and completing the National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) in 2020 are unlikely to receive their NCEA results early enough to be considered for entry to the Bachelor of Veterinary Science at JCU in 2021. Due to the expected timing of the release of the NCEA results, students currently studying and completing the NCEA are encouraged to apply to JCU in 2021, for the 2022 entry for the Bachelor of Veterinary Science.

SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS

Offers of a place in the Bachelor of Veterinary Science degree are made by QTAC. QTAC will make an offer for the highest preference for which you qualify. Successful applicants are required to follow the QTAC procedure for acceptance of a place in the Bachelor of Veterinary Science.

UNSUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS

An applicant who has been unsuccessful in obtaining a place in the James Cook University Bachelor of Veterinary Science, but who is strongly motivated towards a career in the veterinary science field, might consider undertaking a bachelor degree in medical laboratory science, biomedical science or one of the other health or science degrees offered at JCU.

Unsuccessful applicants considering undertaking studies in one of the above degrees with a view to eventual acceptance into the veterinary science degree should be aware that the number of places available for non-school leaver entry into the James Cook University Bachelor of Veterinary Science is limited and it would be inappropriate and most unwise for an unsuccessful applicant to see that eventual outcome as anything other than a possibility.

Pre-requisites

For entry into James Cook University’s Bachelor of Veterinary Science degree, applicants must have successfully completed four semesters at Year 12 level and achieved an exit level of at least Sound Achievement in English (Units 3/4, C), Mathematical Methods (Units 3/4, C) and Chemistry (Units 3/4, C), the study of Biology is highly desirable.

If you are unsure of the Australian pre-requisite requirement please contact the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC) at the website address: www.qtac.edu.au

For International equivalents contact James Cook International via email: internationaladmissions@ jcu.edu.au

Policies and Standards

Students and staff are required to abide by various health and safety policies and standards. Progression through the veterinary science degree comprises of various compulsory elements including successful completion of requisites and mandatory professional placements. For further information on the course structure, candidature, progression, and advanced standing refer to the Course Handbook.

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Summary of selection processApplicants will be evaluated based on the followingcriteria:• Academic performance in Year 12 studies or in

subsequent tertiary studies• Evaluation of the written component of the

application form

In 2020, the College of Public Health, Medical andVeterinary Sciences has available approximately 5places in the Bachelor of Veterinary Science coursefor International applicants.

Successful applicants for a place in theBachelor of Veterinary Science DegreeOffers of a place in the Bachelor of Veterinary Sciencedegree are made by Admissions. Applicants areadvised to check with an Australian Embassy or HighCommission regarding the length of time required toobtain a student visa from their country.

Unsuccessful applicantsApplicants who are unsuccessful will be notified byAdmissions. An applicant who has been unsuccessfulin obtaining a place in the James Cook UniversityBachelor of Veterinary Science this year, but who isstrongly motivated towards a career in the VeterinaryScience field, might consider undertaking a Bachelordegree in Medical Laboratory Science, BiomedicalSciences or Science. Unsuccessful applicantsconsidering undertaking studies in one of the abovedegrees with a view to eventual acceptance into theVeterinary Science degree, should however be awarethat the number of places available for non-schoolleaver entry into the James Cook University Bachelorof Veterinary Science is very limited, and it would beinappropriate and most unwise for an unsuccessfulapplicant to see that eventual outcome as any morethan a possibility.

English language requirementsUnless your education was undertaken in one ofthe following countries: Australia, Canada, Ireland,New Zealand, South Africa, UK or USA you will berequired to meet the following English Proficiencyrequirement (Tests must be less than 2 years old attime of admission).

English Language Test Minimum ScoresIELTS (academic module) with a minimum overallscore of 7 (no component lower than 7.0),

OR PTE Academic with a minimum overall score of65 and a minimum score of 65 in each of the fourcommunicative skills (listening, reading, writing andspeaking),

OR TOEFL (internet based) with a minimum totalscore of 94 and a minimum writing score of 27,

Pre-requisite subjectsFor entry into James Cook University’s Bachelor ofVeterinary Science degree, applicants must havesuccessfully completed four semesters and achievedan exit level of at least Sound Achievement in English,Mathematics B and Chemistry or interstate or overseasequivalent. The study of Biology is highly desirable.For international equivalents contact Admissions viae-mail: internationaladmissions@jcu.edu.au

Inherent Requirements andReasonable AdjustmentsInherent requirements are the fundamentalabilities, attributes, skills and behaviors needed tosuccessfully complete the course. Find your courserequirements under Inherent Requirements.

Professional Experience PlacementProfessional experience placement is a formalcomponent of this course and prepares you forregistration and/or accreditation as a professionalin your field. Visit Preparing for ProfessionalExperience Placement for more information.

VaccinationsQ Fever VaccinationStudents must provide evidence of being immuneto Q Fever within the first teaching period of theirstudies. Students who are not immune to Q Feverwill not be permitted on-site at some facilitiesand consequently this may result in their inabilityto complete the requirements of the degree asaccredited by the relevant professional accreditingbody. If a student has not complied with the aboverequirements by the last day of the first teachingperiod of their studies, their enrolment will beterminated.

The College of Public Health, Medical and VeterinaryScience recommends additional vaccinations andstudents will receive information regarding thesevaccinations at the commencement of their first year.Information on the pre-placement requirements forthe Bachelor of Veterinary Science can be found atPreparing for Professional Experience Placement.

This course may have specific admissionrequirements such as immunisation, the requirementto obtain a Suitability to work with Children Card,federal police check and/or other requirements thatStudents must comply with. Students must completeall Professional Experience Placement requirementsby the prescribed deadlines and maintain currencyof all requirements in order to stay admitted to thecourse.

Contact detailsAdmissionsPhone: 1800 246 446 (freecall)Email: Internationaladmissions@jcu.edu.auwww.jcu.edu.au/international

College of Public Health,Medical and Veterinary SciencesCollege of Public Health, Medical andVeterinary Sciences

James Cook University Handbookwww.jcu.edu.au/course-and-subject-handbook

James Cook University Accommodationwww.jcu.edu.au/accommodation

Inherent requirements and reasonable adjustments

Inherent requirements are the fundamental abilities, attributes, skills and behaviors needed to successfully complete the course. Find your course requirements under Inherent Requirements.

This course has other specific admission requirements such as immunisation and/or other requirements that Students must comply with. Students must complete all Professional Experience Placement requirements by the prescribed deadlines and maintain currency of all requirements in order to stay admitted to the course.

Professional Experience Placement

Professional Experience Placement is a formal component of this course and prepares you for registration and/or accreditation as a professional in your field. Visit Preparing for Professional Experience Placement for more information.

Vaccinations

Q FEVER VACCINATION

Students must provide evidence of being immune to Q Fever prior to commencement of Week 3 of the first Teaching Period. Students who are not immune to Q Fever will not be permitted on-site at some facilities and consequently this may result in their inability to complete the requirements of the degree as accredited by the relevant professional accrediting body. If a student has not complied with the above requirements by Week 3 of the first Teaching Period, their enrolment will be terminated.

The College of Public Health, Medical and Veterinary Science recommends additional vaccinations and students will receive information regarding these vaccinations at the commencement of their first year.

Information on the pre-placement requirements for the Bachelor of Veterinary Science can be found at Preparing for Professional Experience Placement.

Contact details

STUDENT CENTRE

Phone: Student Centre Townsville – 07 4781 5255 Phone: Student Centre Cairns – 07 4232 1000 Email: enquiries@jcu.edu.au www.jcu.edu.au

COLLEGE OF PUBLIC HEALTH, MEDICAL AND VETERINARY SCIENCES

www.jcu.edu.au/cphmvs

INDIGENOUS EDUCATION AND RESEARCH CENTRE

www.jcu.edu.au/ierc

JAMES COOK UNIVERSITY HANDBOOK

https://www.jcu.edu.au/course-and-subject-handbook

JAMES COOK UNIVERSITY ACCOMMODATION

www.jcu.edu.au/accommodation

JAMES COOK UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIPS

www.jcu.edu.au/scholarships-@-jcu

QUEENSLAND TERTIARY ADMISSIONS CENTRE (QTAC)

www.qtac.edu.au

BACHELOR OF VETERINARY SCIENCE 2021 ENTRY INFORMATION FOR DOMESTIC APPLICANTS

Division of Tropical Health and Medicine. The information in this brochure is intended as a general guide and was correct at the time of printing. Prospective students should contact the University to confirm admission requirements and availability of courses. JCU reserves the right to alter any course or admission requirements without prior notice. CRICOS Provider Code: 00117J. Updated April 2020.

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Before completing the application form, please read the Course and Subject Handbook for this course, together with other course-specific information published by JCU in relation to the application process, which may specify additional criteria to be considered in ranking applicants in order of merit. If the number of applications exceeds a quota or other limit on the places made available for the course, the information provided by you in this form and any other information obtained by JCU in the application process may be used to rank applicants in order of merit by reference to those additional criteria.

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