Program Overview
The Preventive Veterinary Medicine at Iowa State University is a MSc programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 24 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 Preventive Veterinary Medicine programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 22,384 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 10,007 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
- Location: Ames, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Preventive Veterinary 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
- Basic Principles of Microbiology
- Microbial Genetics (Same as Micro 502)
- Safety in the Biological Laboratory
- Medical Immunology I
- Intestinal Microbiology (Cross listed with MICRO)
- Principles in Epidemiology (Same as VDPAM 528)
- Zoonoses and Environmental Health
- Introduction to Molecular Biology Techniques
- Immunology
- Medical Bacteriology
- Animal Virology
- Special Topics
- Creative Component
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
VMPM Admission Criteria
- Applicants must be graduates of an accredited institution and should rank in the top quartile of their class.
- Transcript records should reveal a strong background in biological sciences; preferably including biochemistry, biology, calculus, chemistry, genetics, immunology, microbiology, physics and physiology.
- The MS degree is not a prerequisite for the PhD program.
- To pursue the MS degree in Veterinary Preventive Medicine or PhD in microbiology with a Preventive Medicine Emphasis, applicants must have a DVM or an equivalent degree.
Requirements
- The Dept. requires applicants to complete the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) General Test. An advanced test in biology is strongly recommended. [The dept. does not set a minimum score; accepted students score in the upper 50th percentile]
- TOEFL scores must accompany your admission application if your native language is not English, or if your bachelor\'s degree was earned at a university where the language of instruction was not English. A total TOEFL score of 550 is the minimum required by VMPM.
- A statement of purpose must be included in application materials. This is a one or two page summary or your career goals and research interests.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 22,384 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 10,007 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 22,384 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 10,007 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Iowa State 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 Iowa State University
Iowa State University
Ames, United States
Iowa State University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-02-18
- Start Date 2018-08-22
- Language English
- Duration 24 months