Veterinary Medicine
Contact:
Warren Elgersma
Chairperson
Program Information
E-mail: inquire@rdc.ab.ca
Phone: 403.342.3400 OR 1.888.732.4630
Two Year Pre-professional Program
(University of Saskatchewan)
For the most current university program and transfer information, see Planning Guides in Academic Advising
Related Careers
Graduates find work in both private practice and government agencies. Their work involves caring for the health of farm livestock, poultry, and pet animals; also areas such as public health work, health care of zoo animals, and the field of veterinary research.
The Program
The Pre-Veterinary Medicine program is the first two years of a Bachelor of Science program, tailored to meet the admission requirements of the Western College of Veterinary Medicine (WCVM) at University of Saskatchewan in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.
Program Admission Features
The Western College of Veterinary Medicine requires successful completion of 20 specific courses plus a high GPA to be eligible for admission.
Please note that University of Saskatchewan strongly encourages prospective students to work towards obtaining a Bachelor of Science degree while preparing for admission to the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program. Most successful applicants have 3 or 4 years of university study prior to admission.
Admission to RDC does not guarantee admission to WCVM University of Saskatchewan. The quota for Alberta students is 20 per year. Competitive admission to professional programs requires a high grade point average. You should check with universities to be aware of specific admission requirements.
Admission Requirements
1. Minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in:
a. Biology 30
b. Chemistry 30
c. ELA 30-1
d. Mathematics 30-1
e. Physics 30
Program Content (Please note these credits are U of S credits.)
Suggested Pattern Year 1
Suggested Pattern Year 2