Pre-Veterinary Medicine and Science - Southern Illinois University Carbondale

Pre-Veterinary Medicine and Science from Southern Illinois University Carbondale is a Campus Bachelor Veterinary degree that prepares you for a Healthcare career. What will I study? The Pre-Veterinary Medicine and Science specialization prepares individuals for advanced degree study in veterinary school and for post-graduate research. The Pre-Veterinary Medicine and Science specialization emphasizes the application of physical and chemical sciences to the raising and production of beef cattle, horses, dairy cattle, swine, and companion animals . Additionally, students will obtain both classroom instruction and real world hands-on experience with animals at the SIUC Agriculture Research and Education Laboratories. Senior level courses in beef cattle management, swine management, dairy cattle management, and equine science assimilate knowledge and skills learned in previous courses to assist students in applying the basic sciences to real-life situations. What facilities are at SIU? The Pre-Veterinary Medicine and Science specialization is supported by extensive facilities for several species of livestock. Every student has the opportunity to get involved in work, research labs, or class at the 2,000 acre farm system that is the core of our animal science teaching program. The SIUC farms have special centers for: * 75 brood cows, with cow-calf and feedlot operations * 75 head operating dairy * 45 head of horses for teaching, research and breeding * 100 crossbred sow farrow-to-finish operations * Beef Evaluation Center * High-technology feed mill wiht micro-nutrient mixing and ration formulation. What are my career opportunities? The Pre-Veterinary Medicine and Science specialization meets the needs of students planning to attend veterinary school or pursue graduate work in animal science. Students who complete this option qualify for the Bachelor of Science degree, meet the course requirements for admission to a veterinary medicine program, and acquire an excellent foundation for graduate work in animal science. Graduates with a specialization in Pre-Veterinary Medicine and Science are prepared to: further scientific interests with a career in research, veterinary medicine, education, or biomedical industry; pursue careers in the multifaceted agribusiness industry; or work directly with beef cattle, dairy cattle, swine, or horse production and management. What organizations can I join? Students specializing in Pre-Veterinary Medicine and Science have the opportunity to be involved in various student organizations including: Block and Bridle Club Pre-Veterinary Science Club Equestrian Team Rodeo Club Horse Judging Team Alpha Zeta Alpha Gammo Rho Sigma Alpha Agbassadors View more details on Southern Illinois University Carbondale . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Veterinary courses.