Master of Veterinary Science

The Master of Veterinary Science (MVSC or MVSc) is a master's degree awarded for studies in the field of veterinary science. It can be awarded for research, a taught degree, or both.

Eligibility

Bachelor of Veterinary Science or equivalent degree. Applicants should have qualifications allowing them to practice as a veterinarian.

Coursework

The MVSc generally takes two years to complete with specialization in different areas of animal sciences including anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, animal nutrition, livestock production and management, livestock products technology, microbiology, virology, and animal breeding and genetics, veterinary medicine, veterinary surgery, gynaecology and obstetrics.[1] Masters programmes in the field of pathology and parasitology are offered by some colleges and universities. The degree work may include internships or other practice requirements.[2]

Outlook

It is reported that the veterinary field in general is becoming more female, and the number of women entering in Veterinary Medicine in Trakia University is at 66%.[3] The degree is in great demand due to an increasing need for animal experts to ensure economic demands and to tackle zoonoses. MVSc postgraduates have great demand in government veterinary services (As Livestock Development Officer or Veterinary Assistant surgeon or Veterinary Officer) as well as in research, private practice and the development sector.

The degree also defines eligibility for research as senior research fellows and lectureship.

References
  1. Barr, F. (2016). "Masters in clinical veterinary research". The Veterinary Record. 179 (8): i–ii. doi:10.1136/vr.i4522. PMID 27550337. S2CID 35542726.
  2. Cello, RM (1977). "Strengthening Clinical Specialty Training (Internships, Residencies, and Professional Master's Degree Programs) to Better Meet the Needs of the Veterinary Profession". Journal of Veterinary Medical Education. 4 (1): 20.
  3. Balieva, G. (2021). "Motivation of English-speaking Students to Study Veterinary Medicine at Trakia University". Trakia Journal of Sciences. 19 (4): 285–293. doi:10.15547/tjs.2021.04.001. S2CID 246374840.


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