Study location	Lithuania, Kaunas
Academic field	Veterinary (ISCED 64)
Type	Master, full-time
Nominal duration	6 years (360 ECTS)
Study language	English
Awards	M.Sc. (Master in Veterinary Sciences, Veterinary Doctor)
Course code	6011HX001

Tuition fee	€8,959 per year
Application fee	€150 one-time
Deposit	€250 one-time Non-refundable.
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Entry qualification

High school / secondary education (or higher) Good results in Biology and Chemistry. In case, the above mentioned courses are not studied in high school, certification of related supplementary courses is highly recommended. Applicants must upload education documents in original language, as well as translations into English. Diplomas and transcripts issued outside EU must be legalized with a legalization stamp or Apostille. You must take the original entry qualification documents along with you when you finally go to the university. Please, upload in the system scan copies in good quality of your education certificates and diplomas.

Territory requirements	Applications are NOT accepted from the following territories (based on citizenship): Bangladesh, Iraq, Pakistan, Yemen.

Language requirements	English Accepted proof of proficiency: FCE or CAE, IELTS 5.5+ or TOEFL 69+ TOEFL IBT – at least score 72; IELTS – at least score 5.5; PTE General – at least level B2; FCE – at least level B; CPE – satisfactory pass; CAE – satisfactory pass.

Other requirements

At least 2 reference(s) must be provided. A motivation letter must be added to your application. • motivation (online interview) The evaluation and recognition of qualifications is the main step of admission procedure and all applicants must pass the recognition process of their credentials. By submitting the application, applicant confirms that submitted documents are correct, truthful and complete.

Overview

The Faculty of Veterinary Medicine is the only institution in Lithuania to award master’s degrees and
qualifications in veterinary surgery and professional food safety. Graduates are able to practice in private and state institutions. Veterinary doctors can diagnose animal diseases, treat animals, apply prophylactic measures, monitor the transfer of animal diseases and food chain safety, conduct research and present their knowledge, solve complex veterinary-related problems, as well as apply gained abilities and knowledge in different activities and further self-education. Food safety managers can analyse and assess the safety aspects of food products and raw materials in relation to human health, covering the entire food chain. They design and manage food safety control systems in the manufacturing process and are familiar with general quality control and management systems. The Faculty of Veterinary Medicine has 75 years of deeply rooted traditions in teaching veterinary
professionals. Students are offered very convenient facilities: the classrooms, laboratories and clinics are located in one area, and the dormitories are also nearby. The faculty has numerous agreements with the food industry, animal clinics, pharmaceutical companies and establishments where students can gain practical skills. The Faculty consists of 4 departments, 2 animal clinics and the Pathology Centre and presently has more than 1,300 students. Veterinary medicine undergraduate courses are available to international students in English and the food safety undergraduate programme will be offered in English on the 1st of September, 2012.

Programme structure

YEAR 1 – 2
Anatomy histology and Embryology, Physiology and Functions of Animals as well as the Fundamentals of Animal Husbandry and Animal Welfare, Cell Biology, Zoology, Botany, Microbiology, Genetics as well Biophysics, etc.

YEARS 3 – 4
Propaedeutics, Pharmacology, Pharmacy and Pharmacotherapy, Veterinary Pathology Toxicology Parasitology, Immunology and Epidemiology, Professional Communication, etc.

YEARS 5 – 6
Diagnostic Imaging, Large and Small Animals Veterinary Surgery and Internal Diseases, Veterinary Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Andrology, Forensic Veterinary Medicine, Food Hygiene, Practical Skills, Clinical Practice, etc.

Career opportunities

AFTER GRADUATION YOU CAN:
Be employed in the state food and veterinary service system
Continue your education by entering PhD or residency programmes
Work in private practice