Program Overview
The Veterinary Studies in Conservation Medicine at Murdoch University is a Master programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of medicine & health sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Veterinary Studies in Conservation Medicine programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Australia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: USD 25,800 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Perth, Australia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Veterinary Studies in Conservation Medicine programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:
- Healthcare Professional
- Clinical Researcher
- Health Policy Analyst
- Public Health Specialist
- Medical Writer
- Healthcare Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Conservation Medicine - 3 points
- Wildlife Medicine - 3 points
- Veterinary Studies Masters Project - 3 points
- Veterinary Studies Masters Project - 6 points
- Principles of Epidemiology - 3 points
- Evidence-Based Clinical Practice - 3 points
- Wildlife Comparative Pathology Project - 3 points
- Veterinary Studies Masters Project - 3 points
- Veterinary Studies Masters Project - 6 points
- Infectious and Parasitic Diseases - 3 points
- Clinical Pathology 1 - 3 points
- Infectious and Emerging Diseases - 3 points
- Principles of Epidemiology - 3 points
- Epidemiological Studies: Design and Analysis - 3 points
- Practical Applications of Epidemiology - 3 points
- Veterinary Studies Masters Research Dissertation - 12 points
- Evidence-Based Clinical Practice - 3 points
- Culture, Communities and Sustainability in Asia - 3 points
- Resilient Regions: People and Practice - 3 points
- Climate Change Adaptation: Ecosystems and Societies - 3 points
- Environmental Policy for the 21st Century - 3 points
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Recognised Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery (BVMS) or higher, or equivalent training.
Recognised Prior Learning of at least one year of experience in the workplace if applying to enter directly into the MVS in Conservation Medicine.
To demonstrate that you meet the entry requirements please provide the following documents when you apply for admission.
- The official transcript from your veterinary degree
- A copy of your current registration with your local Veterinary Surgeons\xc2\x92 Board
- A Curriculum Vitae
- A personal statement explaining how your veterinary work experience relates to the course for which you are applying
- Evidence of recent continuing professional development
- Two letters of support from academic or professional referees
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 25,800 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 25,800 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Murdoch University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Murdoch University
Murdoch University
Perth, Australia
Murdoch University is a public university in Perth, Western Australia, and additional campuses in Singapore and Dubai. It began operations as the state's second university on 25 July 1973, and...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 12 months