Faculty of Veterinary Science : Guide to courses 6. Professional recognition

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6. Professional recognition

6. Professional recognition

A veterinary science graduate from the University of Melbourne qualifies for registration as a veterinarian in Australia. Graduates may also register to practise as veterinarians in New Zealand and the United Kingdom. With respect to North America, the University of Melbourne School of Veterinary Science is an AVMA-listed college whose graduates are eligible for registration to undertake the National Examining Board Examination in Canada and to enrol in the Educational Commission for Foreign Veterinary Graduates Certification Program in the United States. Further information on specific requirements for licensure should be obtained from the respective bodies in each country and state or province.

For registration in Singapore and Hong Kong the applicant must hold a recognised degree in veterinary medicine. As a guide, degrees recognised by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons, United Kingdom, are generally acceptable. Graduates with the degree of Bachelor of Veterinary Science from the University of Melbourne may register with the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons.

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