BVSc is sometimes also referred to as BVSc and AH as a Bachelor of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry. For those who want to develop their career as a veterinary doctor, i.e. treatment of animals and their nourishment, the Bachelor of Veterinary Science & Animal Husbandry or BVSc & AH, is a 5-year undergraduate programme. In this course, candidates will not only learn about animal anatomy, animal behaviour, diseases, animal treatment and laboratory studies, but they also encourage scientific breeding and livestock handling, which is a part of AH (Animal Husbandry).
Another part of this course is to enhance the breeding of animals using procedures such as ‘selection breeding’ and artificial insemination.
In addition to theory and lecture-based courses, students get to experience hands-on practice over the course of their studies. The programme also provides clinical experience and offers internships with leading office professionals.
COURSE DETAILS
| Course name | Bachelor of Veterinary Science & AH |
| Short name | BVSc & AH |
| Course Level | Undergraduate |
| Degree | Bachelor’s Degree |
| Course Type | Veterinary Science/Animal Health |
| Course Duration | 5.5 years ( academics + Internship) |
| Mode | Regular |
| Average Fees | ₹ 15,000 – 1 lakh per year |
ELIGIBILITY
- The minimum required qualification is 10+2, with combined marks in physics, chemistry and biology of at least 50%.
- It is mandatory that an applicant must have studied science with PCB or PCMB as a Compulsory Subject with English.
- The minimum qualifying age is 18 and the maximum age limit for this course is 25 years.
Other popular Specializations in BVSc
- BVSc in Animal Production & Management
- BVSc in Veterinary Medicine
- BVSc in Veterinary Surgery & Radiology
- BVSc in Animal Genetics & Breeding
- BVSc in Animal Nutrition
- BVSc in Veterinary Pathology
ADMISSION PROCESS FOR BVSc & AH
Admission to the BVSc course at all colleges is offered through different entrance exams at the national and state level. Few universities and colleges administer their own entrance tests, and seats are distributed on the basis of marks secured during the examination. Few colleges still consider Class 12th marks as well.
Entrance Exams for BVSc & AH
1) Entrance for College of Veterinary Science & Animal Husbandry
2) All India Pre Veterinary Test (AIPVT)
3) JNU combined Biotechnology Entrance Examination
4) Entrance for Indian Veterinary Research Institute
5) Entrance for Indian Council of Agricultural Research
Top 5 Colleges for BVSc & AH in India
- Vivekananda Institute of Technology and Science (VITS), Gaziabad
- College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Latur
- College of Veterinary Sciences and Animal Husbandry, Aizwal
- Rajiv Gandhi College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences (RGCVAS), Puducherry
- Mahatma Gandhi Veterinary College (MGVC), Bharatpur
Syllabus for BVSc & AH
First Year (Semester I and II)
- Abattoir Practices and Animal by-products technology
- Ambulatory Clinics
- Andrology and Artificial Insemination
- Animal Housing and Sanitation
- Applications of Anatomy
- Applied Nutrition
- Autonomic and Systemic Pharmacology
Second Year ( Semester III and IV)
- Chemotherapy
- Production and Management of Cattle & Buffalo
- Clinical Biochemistry
- Environmental Hygiene
- Acarology & Entomology
- Feedstuff and Technology
- Grassland Management & Fodder Production
Third Year ( SEMESTER V and VI)
- General Livestock Management
- General and CNS Pharmacology
- General and Systemic Virology
- General Veterinary Biochemistry
- General Veterinary Parasitology
- Gross Anatomy
- General Veterinary Pathology
Fourth Year (SEMESTER VII and VIII)
- Serology & Immunology
- Breeding System of Livestock
- Livestock Economics
- Molecular Biology and Biotechnology
- Meat and Meat Products Technology
- Meat Hygiene and Public Health
- Milk and Milk Products Technology
Fifth Year (SEMESTER IX and Internship)
- Preventive Veterinary Medicine
- Physiological Chemistry
- Principles of Animal Breeding
- Principles of Animal Nutrition
- Production and Management of Sheep and Goat
- Production and Management of Swine/Equine/Camel/Yak
- Toxicology
1 year Internship
CAREER and SALARY after BVSc & AH
In both the private and government sectors, career opportunities for BVSc & AH graduates are open. In government hospitals, there are specifications for veterinary doctors to treat animals and livestock in rural areas. The choice of research on animal diseases and vaccines is also available if the line was chosen is not surgery. One may also open his own clinic to provide pet animals with medication and vaccinations. Other employment areas for BVSc graduates are:
- Center For Animal Treatment
- Government/private Veterinary hospitals
- Zoo/Sanctuary for Animals
- Farms and Livestock Shelters
- Pharmaceutical Companies
- Health and Food industry for animals
- Lecturer in College/University
| Job Profile | Salary |
|---|---|
| Veterinary Nutritionist | ₹ 1.2 – 2 LPA |
| Veterinary Surgeon | ₹ 2 – 5 LPA |
| Veterinary Doctors | ₹ 2 – 4.5 LPA |
| Veterinary Technician | ₹ 1.8 – 3 LPA |
Courses after BVSc & AH
After completing BVSc & AH, higher study options are also open. For this course, both the Master of Science and the Master of Veterinary Science have a range of specialisations available. A few common specialisations are:
Master of Science Courses
- M.S in veterinary Microbiology
- M.S in veterinary Pathology
- M.S in veterinary Surgery and Radiology
- M.S in veterinary Public Health
Master of Veterinary Science courses
- MVSc in Animal Genetics & Breeding
- MVSc in Animal Husbandry
- MVSc in Veterinary Gynecology and Obstetrics
- MVSc in Wildlife
- MVSc in Veterinary Pharmacology & Toxicology
- MVSc in Livestock Production & Management
FAQ’s
Yes, NEET scores include admissions to the BVSc course. The cut-off marks are declared by the exam conducting body i.e. NTA.
Graduates from BVSc are too often referred to as doctors or mostly as veterinary physicians, but neither they treat nor surgery on human diseases. They are trained only in animal care. To treat human diseases, you need MBBS, BDS, BUMS, BHMS or other similar qualifications.
Yes, Rajiv Gandhi College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences (RGCVAS) in Puducherry and College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences in Latur, Maharashtra are among top government colleges offering specialized veterinary courses for both graduation (BVSc) and post-graduation (MVSc) degrees.