Animal Science and Veterinary Medicine are no longer merely traditional professions; they are increasingly becoming high-technology disciplines of the future. In the context of digital transformation and sustainable agricultural development, Vietnam’s Animal Science and Veterinary Medicine sector is undergoing rapid advancement, creating a substantial demand for highly qualified human resources.
According to development trends toward 2030, agriculture in general, and Animal Science and Veterinary Medicine in particular, will require professionals who possess not only strong disciplinary knowledge but also the ability to apply digital technologies, automation, artificial intelligence, and biotechnology in production systems.
In practice, Animal Science and Veterinary Medicine constitute one of the academic fields offering broad employment opportunities, stable income, and strong long-term development potential. Graduates may work for major corporations, domestic and international enterprises, or establish their own modern livestock production models and veterinary clinics.
If you are interested in a field of study that is technology-oriented, practice-based, and aligned with sustainable development opportunities, Animal Science and Veterinary Medicine may be a highly suitable choice.
I. PROGRAM INFORMATION
Program Group: Animal Science and Veterinary Medicine
Program Codes:
| Veterinary Medicine | Animal Science |
| 7640101 | 7620105 |
2026 Admission Subject Combinations:
- B00 (Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology)
- A00 (Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry)
- C04 (Mathematics, Literature, Geography)
- D01 (Mathematics, Literature, English)
- D07 (Mathematics, Chemistry, English)
- B08 (Mathematics, Biology, English)
- X04 (Mathematics, Literature, Agricultural Technology)
- X12 (Mathematics, Chemistry, Agricultural Technology)
Program Duration:
| Doctor of Veterinary Medicine | Engineer in Animal Science | Bachelor of Animal Science |
| 5 years – 162 credits | 4.5 years – 150 credits | 4.0 years – 128 credits |
Degree Awarded: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine / Engineer in Animal Science / Bachelor of Animal Science
Admission Methods:
- Direct admission and priority admission
- Admission based on the National High School Graduation Examination results
- Admission based on upper secondary school academic records (transcript-based admission)
- Combined admission
II. CURRICULUM – WHAT WILL YOU STUDY?
| Knowledge Block | Veterinary Medicine | Animal Science |
| Foundational disciplinary knowledge | Includes core courses such as physiology, biochemistry, microbiology, immunology, pathology, pharmacology, medicinal materials, and epidemiology. | Includes foundational courses such as animal anatomy, animal physiology, biochemistry, genetics, nutrition, and microbiology, enabling learners to understand the biological basis and functional mechanisms of livestock species. |
| Specialized knowledge | Surgery, internal medicine, infectious diseases, companion animal medicine, and parasitic diseases. | Pig, poultry, cattle, buffalo, goat, and sheep production technologies; animal feed and nutrition; animal breeding and reproduction; disease management and biosecurity; organic and circular livestock farming; high-technology applications in animal production; and nanotechnology and biotechnology in production. |
| Skills and management | Soft skills and communication skills Farm management and production administration Entrepreneurship and innovation Scientific writing and presentation skills |
Soft skills and communication skills Farm management and production administration Entrepreneurship and innovation Scientific writing and presentation skills |
| Practice-oriented learning and capacity enhancement | Professional practice modules in enterprises Internships at farms and companies/enterprises Participation in research and technology transfer projects International student exchange (Thailand, Taiwan, Japan, etc.) |
Professional practice modules in enterprises Internships at farms and companies/enterprises Participation in research and technology transfer projects International student exchange (Thailand, Taiwan, Japan, etc.) |
III. PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES – WHAT WILL YOU ACHIEVE?
| Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Code |
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Content |
Bachelor of Animal Science Code |
Bachelor of Animal Science Content |
Engineer in Animal Science Code |
Engineer in Animal Science Content |
| Knowledge | |||||
| PLO1 | Apply fundamental knowledge of Marxism–Leninism, Ho Chi Minh Thought, and the revolutionary line of the Communist Party of Vietnam in implementing Party guidelines and State laws in professional practice. | PLO1 | Apply fundamental knowledge of Marxism–Leninism, Ho Chi Minh Thought, and the revolutionary line of the Communist Party of Vietnam in implementing Party guidelines and State laws in professional practice. | PLO1 | Apply fundamental knowledge of Marxism–Leninism, Ho Chi Minh Thought, and the revolutionary line of the Communist Party of Vietnam in implementing Party guidelines and State laws in professional practice. |
| PLO2 | Apply knowledge of natural sciences, social sciences, and the environment as an intellectual foundation for solving practical problems in veterinary medicine in a scientific and effective manner, meeting the requirements of the Industry 4.0 era. | PLO2 | Apply knowledge of natural sciences, social sciences, and the environment as an intellectual foundation for solving practical problems in animal science in a scientific and effective manner, meeting the requirements of the Industry 4.0 era. | PLO2 | Apply knowledge of natural sciences, social sciences, and the environment as an intellectual foundation for solving practical problems in animal science in a scientific and effective manner, meeting the requirements of the Industry 4.0 era. |
| PLO3 | Explain the structure and functions of organs and tissues, metabolic processes, and the principles of action of pharmaceuticals and toxic substances in healthy and diseased animals. | PLO3 | Explain the structure and functions of organs and tissues and metabolic processes in the animal body. | PLO3 | Explain the structure and functions of organs and tissues and metabolic processes in the animal body. |
| PLO4 | Analyze mechanisms of disease pathogenesis and apply principles of diagnosis, prevention, and treatment in animals. | PLO4 | Apply disciplinary knowledge to implement animal production technologies under different production systems. | PLO4 | Apply disciplinary knowledge to implement animal production technologies and management under different production systems. |
| PLO5 | Explain key contents of veterinary epidemiology and relevant regulations in animal husbandry, veterinary practice, and the environment. | PLO5 | Apply disciplinary knowledge to implement biosecurity procedures and treat common diseases in livestock. | PLO5 | Apply disciplinary knowledge to implement biosecurity procedures, treat common diseases, and manage disease control in livestock. |
| PLO6 | Apply disciplinary knowledge to develop appropriate animal production procedures and manage reproduction in animals. | PLO6 | Apply knowledge of scientific research, soft skills, business, and entrepreneurship to contribute to the development of the animal science and veterinary sector. | PLO6 | Apply knowledge of scientific research, soft skills, business, and entrepreneurship to contribute to the development of the animal science and veterinary sector. |
| PLO7 | Synthesize disciplinary knowledge to develop biosecurity protocols and treatment procedures for animals. | PLO7 | Synthesize disciplinary knowledge to develop and improve animal science and veterinary production procedures. | ||
| Skills | |||||
| PLO8 | Use basic information technology effectively and attain at least Level 3/6 in the Vietnamese Foreign Language Competency Framework (B1 English certificate or equivalent) in order to solve problems in life and professional practice. | PLO7 | Use basic information technology effectively and attain at least Level 3/6 in the Vietnamese Foreign Language Competency Framework (B1 English certificate or equivalent) in order to solve problems in life and professional practice. | PLO8 | Use basic information technology effectively and attain at least Level 3/6 in the Vietnamese Foreign Language Competency Framework (B1 English certificate or equivalent) in order to solve problems in life and professional practice. |
| PLO9 | Apply critical thinking, soft skills, and teamwork to solve problems in scientific research and professional practice. | PLO8 | Apply critical thinking, communication skills, and teamwork to solve problems in scientific research and professional practice. | PLO9 | Apply critical thinking, communication skills, and teamwork to solve problems in scientific research and professional practice. |
| PLO10 | Apply knowledge of the structure and functions of organs and tissues in the animal body to animal science and veterinary activities. | PLO9 | Implement animal production technologies under different production systems. | PLO10 | Implement animal production technologies and management procedures under different production systems. |
| PLO11 | Perform clinical and paraclinical diagnostic procedures in veterinary medicine. | PLO10 | Implement procedures for the prevention and treatment of common livestock diseases. | PLO11 | Implement procedures for the prevention and treatment of common diseases and for disease management in livestock. |
| PLO12 | Implement disease prevention and treatment procedures in animals. | PLO11 | Guide others in implementing animal production procedures under different production systems. | PLO12 | Guide and supervise others in implementing animal production and management procedures under different production systems. |
| PLO13 | Implement technological procedures in animal science and veterinary practice. | PLO12 | Solve job-related problems appropriately in practical animal science contexts. | PLO13 | Solve job-related problems appropriately in practical animal science contexts. |
| PLO14 | Analyze data and interpret and communicate operational results in the field of veterinary medicine. | PLO14 | Perform necropsy and diagnose selected animal diseases and test husbandry and biosecurity procedures for livestock. | ||
| Autonomy and Responsibility | |||||
| PLO15 | Demonstrate a clear future orientation, dedication to the profession, an entrepreneurial spirit in veterinary medicine, and a motivation for lifelong learning. | PLO13 | Demonstrate a clear future orientation, dedication to the profession, an entrepreneurial spirit in animal science, and a motivation for lifelong learning. | PLO15 | Demonstrate a clear future orientation, dedication to the profession, an entrepreneurial spirit in animal science, and a motivation for lifelong learning. |
| PLO16 | Comply with laws, institutional regulations at the workplace, and standards of professional ethics. | PLO14 | Comply with laws, institutional regulations at the workplace, and standards of professional ethics. | PLO16 | Comply with laws, institutional regulations at the workplace, and standards of professional ethics. |
IV. CAREER PATHS AND EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Graduates may pursue careers in:
- Government management agencies (ministries, departments, sub-departments of Animal Science and Veterinary Services, and local management bodies)
- Animal production enterprises and veterinary pharmaceutical companies
- High-technology livestock farms
- Universities and research institutes
- Non-governmental organizations
Emerging career trends include:
- High-tech animal production engineer
- Smart farm management specialist
- Animal nutrition specialist
- Agricultural data analytics specialist
- Digital agriculture entrepreneur
- Veterinary clinic or hospital practitioner
Employment opportunities and industry linkages
Each year, the Faculty of Animal Science and Veterinary Medicine organizes a wide range of industry engagement activities, including:
- Career fairs
- Career orientation activities
- Industry-partnered training initiatives
