If you’ve ever imagined yourself caring for animals, protecting wildlife, improving animal welfare or making breakthroughs in animal and human health, studying veterinary science at the University of Sydney can turn that passion into a global career.
At The University of Sydney, you won’t just learn how to become a veterinarian, you’ll train alongside world-leading researchers, work with real animals from your first semester, and graduate with internationally recognised qualifications that can take you around the world.
Here's why domestic and international students choose to study a Bachelor of Veterinary Biology and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine or Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree with us.
When you study veterinary science with us, you’ll join one of the world’s leading veterinary schools.
The University of Sydney is ranked 1st in Australia and 16th in the world for veterinary science in the QS Subject Rankings 2026
We have also been given a maximum score of 5 in the Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) for the veterinary sciences field of research.
That means you’ll learn from internationally recognised veterinary scientists, clinicians and researchers who are shaping the future of animal health, disease prevention, biosecurity, conservation and medical science.
You’ll also graduate with a qualification that is respected by employers and industry around the world.
For ambitious students who want to study veterinary science at the highest level, Sydney offers the reputation, research excellence and global recognition that sets you apart.
One of the biggest advantages of studying veterinary science at the University of Sydney is the early clinical and practical experience.
Unlike many degrees where hands-on learning comes later, our students begin developing practical animal handling and clinical skills from the beginning of their studies.
You’ll learn through:
Throughout your degree, you could work with:
This practical focus means you graduate career-ready, confident and prepared for real-world veterinary practice.
You’ll study across our vibrant Camperdown campus and our unique Camden campus, giving you experience in both urban veterinary medicine and rural and production animal health.
Camperdown campus
Located close to the heart of Sydney, Camperdown combines historic sandstone architecture with cutting-edge teaching facilities, advanced laboratories and clinical learning environments in our Sydney Veterinary Teaching Hospital.
Camden campus
Our semi-rural Camden campus is home to the Veterinary Teaching Hospital Camden, which includes the Equine Centre, Livestock Services, Small Animal Hospital and Wildlife Health and Conservation Hospital, and gives you direct exposure to:
This dual-campus experience is something few universities can offer. Our veterinary teaching hospitals and clinical facilities give students exposure to real patients, real cases and real veterinary teams.
This clinical immersion helps bridge the gap between classroom learning and professional practice.
By the time you graduate, you’ll already have substantial practical experience working in veterinary environments.
If you want a veterinary degree recognised around the world, Sydney stands out.
Graduates of our Bachelor of Veterinary Biology and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine and graduate entry Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degrees are eligible for registration in Australia and hold qualifications accredited and recognised internationally.
Our veterinary degrees are accredited or recognised by:
This international accreditation opens pathways to work in:
For students seeking global mobility and international career opportunities, this is a major advantage.
Your lecturers are also active researchers solving some of the biggest challenges facing animals, people and the planet.
Our animal health and veterinary medicine experts work across areas including:
This means your learning is informed by the latest scientific discoveries and evidence-based veterinary practice.
You won’t just study current veterinary medicine, you’ll help shape its future.
Veterinary science graduates are highly sought after across Australia and globally.
A veterinary degree from the University of Sydney can lead to careers in:
Veterinarians in Australia can also benefit from strong salary outcomes and long-term demand for skilled professionals across both urban and regional settings.
Whether you dream of caring for animals, protecting wildlife, advancing medical research or improving global health, studying veterinary science at the University of Sydney can help you build a meaningful career with impact.
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