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Can I become a Veterinarian with a Bachelor’s in Biological Science?

I want to be in an animal-related field job so I’m currently applying for a bachelor’s in biological science as an international student in China. In the future, I would like to apply to a vet school or getting a master’s in vet-related majors. Is it possible with a degree in biological science? If not, is there any other careers related to animals that I can apply to?

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Fazal’s Answer

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A Lone ranger's in Natural Science is an extraordinary starting point for turning into a veterinarian, however it isn't enough all alone. To turn into a veterinarian, you should:

1. Complete Veterinary School

Subsequent to procuring your four year certification, you should apply to a Specialist of Veterinary Medication (DVM or VMD) program.

Confirmation is cutthroat, and most projects require essential courses in science, science, physical science, math, and creature sciences.

Acquiring experience through temporary jobs, chipping in, or working with creatures will reinforce your application.

2. Finish Permitting Tests

In the wake of procuring a DVM degree, you should pass the North American Veterinary Permitting Assessment (NAVLE) or an identical test in your country.

3. Get Extra Preparation (Discretionary)

If you have any desire to practice (e.g., medical procedure, dermatology, colorful creatures), you might have to finish a temporary position or residency.

4. Get a Permit to Practice

Every nation or state has explicit necessities, including extra tests or certificates.

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Your Natural Science certification is a decent beginning stage, yet you will require extra instruction (DVM) and permitting to turn into a veterinarian. Assuming that you're significant about this profession, consider exploring veterinary schools and their essentials to guarantee you meet their entrance prerequisites.
Thank you comment icon Thank you, Fazal for the advice. Cellia
Thank you comment icon Congratulations on finding a career path you love. You can further your education or work in a field related to animal care or a similar field that interests you. There are always opportunities. Keep going. Asssilem
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Michelle’s Answer

Hello, Cellia !

It all depends. Are you American in China or are you a citizen of China ? Do you intend to practice veterinary in America or China or what country ? To obtain accurate advice about this I would need this information from you because those details will determine the path you must take.

Biological Science is a good major for an undergraduate degree because it focuses on biology, chemistry and other sciences. (Some colleges offer a Bachelors Degree in Animal Science). My advice is to study in the country that you plan to work in. You can get into Veterinary School having a Bachelors Degree in any subject in China or the U.S., but you'll have to explore the information pertaining to the country you want to go to Vet School in.

More than asking about a Major, you need to find out how transferrable your degrees and licenses would be. This means you are a citizen of one country, studying in another country, going to Vet School (in which country) and practicing in which country. You can call schools to find out details based on your specific plans.

I can just address this if it's that your Bachelors Degree is from China and you plan to go to Vet School in America. If that is not the case, please ask another question with the details of what country you intend to go to Vet School in and where you plan to work as a Vet.

A Bachelors Degree from China can be translated for acceptance in the U.S. by hiring an academic translation service. You will have to do this if you plan to apply for an American Veterinary School. I am not sure how it works for other countries, but I assume you'd have the opportunity to have your Bachelors Degree translated for portability to other countries. That's what you'd need to find out. The World Education Services or Educational Perspectives will review your Chinese Bachelors Degree to see if it is equivalent to an American Bachelors Degree. I had a friend that had a Russian Bachelors Degree and it translated well to an American Bachelors Degree and she obtained good career jobs with it.

So, you seem to be on the right track with what you have chosen for the undergraduate major, but you really need to look into the future path as far as where you intend to go to Vet School and practice. I hope this helps and I wish you the very best !
Thank you comment icon Hi Michelle! To answer your questions, I’m from southeast asia and I’m gonna study in China, but for my postgraduate plan, I haven’t decided yet on the country. Since USA, UK, are more expensive than my country, I’m afraid I can’t be exactly sure about my destination until I could get scholarships. Thank you so much for the answer! I’m glad to start on the right track Cellia
Thank you comment icon You are very welcome for the advice ! Have a wonderful day ! Michelle M.
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John’s Answer

A veterinarian is a challenging and fulfilling career. It will take at least a bachelors and doctorate in veterinary medicine. However, a Veterinary Technician or “Vet Tech” performs many of the same duties, (caring for animals providing treatment, small surgery, breeding) and only requires an associate degree and for the candidate to pass a certification exam.

All in all, this route can be completed in easily 3 years post high school before being a fully licensed vet tech. Compared to a licensed veterinarian which takes approximately 10 years post high school.

I suggest getting involved in a research laboratory and get some experience with vet techs and veterinarians. They will be in charge of vivarium and aquariums at every major university in the planet. I had an amazing vet tech help with my animals through 6 years of a neuroscience PhD and I trusted the vet tech more than the veterinarian regarding knowledge and treatment.

It boils down to the amount of time you want to put in and the amount of money you want to make.
Thank you comment icon Thank you so much for the advice! I’ve heard about vet tech but never really gave much thought about it before I read this information, I’ll try to look into it. Once again thank you so much ☺️ Cellia
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Jennafer’s Answer

A biology major is a good first step. You’ll want to take all of the prerequisite courses for the veterinary program you are thinking of applying to (which you would enroll in the veterinary school after completing your bachelor’s degree). Your biology degree may have all of the necessary prerequisite courses, but sometimes a few specific extra courses are needed. These requirements vary by school.
Thank you comment icon Hi Jennafer! I’m a bit confused about the prerequisite courses. If my degree doesn’t have all the necessary requirements, how am I supposed to get the prerequisite courses? Is it by applying for Master’s or is there any other option? Thank you for the answer 🥰 Cellia
Thank you comment icon You would take the courses while working on your bachelor’s degree - you could just take extra courses than what your degree requires. Michelle points out a good thing to keep in mind - if you are intending to work in the United States, you need to graduate from an AVMA accredited veterinary school, or there are additional steps that will need to be taken (which can be 3-5 years) to become a licensed veterinarian in the United States. If your plan is to remain in southeast Asia/China, then the AVMA accredited veterinary school aspect is a bonus but not necessary. Jennafer Fisher
Thank you comment icon Oh great! Thank you for the answer! I’ll definitely keep that in mind Cellia
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