M.V.Sc. Master of Veterinary Science

Master of Veterinary Science is a Postgraduate Academic Master Degree which is awarded for a course or program in Veterinary Science. It is also known as M.V.Sc. which is an abbreviated form of Masters Degree in Veterinary Science. The duration of this Veterinary Science Degree is 2 years. Veterinary Council of India is a statutory body established under the Ministry of Agriculture of the Government of India. It lays down minimum standards of veterinary education required for granting recognized veterinary qualifications by veterinary institutions. The course syllabus of M.V.Sc. is more research oriented and includes more practical training modules than B.VSc. There are various veterinary medicine schools and colleges in almost all states which offer Post Graduate Veterinary Science Degree. M.VSc. course is based on one's chosen field of specialisation. There are several Universities which offer omnibus M.Sc degree courses in Animal Sciences, e.g., Bharathiar University, Hyderabad University (Life Science – Animal Science), MJP Rohilkhand University (Plant and Animal Sciences). There are also Veterinary Science colleges which offering M.VSc. courses in dairy related subjects.

Some of these are:

• Indian Veterinary Research Institute.

• College of Veterinary and Animal Science, Bikaner.

• Tamil Nadu Veterinary & Animal Science University.

Eligibility

Candidates who have completed their B.V.Sc & AHB from a recognized by Veterinary Council of India, are eligible for M.VSc. Admission is based on marks obtained in PG Entrance Examination. Minimum age limit for M.V.Sc. is 20-22 years. Some Institutes do not have an upper age limit while some keep the upper age limit to 35 years.

Master of Veterinary Science Subjects

Master of Veterinary Science Subjects vary according to one's chosen field of specialisation.

Master of Veterinary Science Specialisations

• Animal Genetics & Breeding.
• Animal Nutrition.
• Animal Reproduction.
• Livestock Products Technology.
• Livestock Production & Management.
• Masters in Wildlife Science.
• Poultry Science.
• Veterinary Anatomy.
• Veterinary Medicine.
• Veterinary Microbiology.
• Veterinary Parasitology.
• Veterinary Pathology.
• Veterinary Pharmacology & Toxicology.
• Veterinary Physiology.
• Veterinary Biochemistry.
• Veterinary Surgery & Radiology.
• Veterinary Animal Husbandry Extension.
• Veterinary Public Health.

Who can and Who should pursue Master of Veterinary Science Degree

Master of Veterinary Science Degree is meant especially for those who want to specialise in the field veterinary science. One also needs to have sheer interest for jobs that give them exposure to wildlife medicine and related fields should also pursue this veterinary science degree. Animals can be unpredictable so one needs to adjust to unusual conditions which may arise out of handling creatures who cannot communicate verbally.

Advantages or Benefits of Master of Veterinary Science Degree

• Veterinarians can also take up research work, either on their own or in association with the government such as ICAR (Indian council for Agricultural Research).

• Master of Veterinary Science Degree will focus on advanced research activities, particularly in the field of wildlife protection and conservation so one can expect to have some adventure consequent of tours to jungles and other habitats.

• Post-graduate degree in veterinary science and animal husbandry is the minimum qualification for acquiring jobs in the research and teaching areas.

Master of Veterinary Science Jobs

Veterinary science is essential for the study and protection of animal production practices, herd health and monitoring spread of widespread disease. There are many sectors, which require the services of a Veterinarian. A few of these are the agriculture sector, government animal husbandry departments, poultry farms, dairy farms, stud farms, veterinary hospitals and clinics in both the private sector and the government sector.

Employment Areas

• Biological Products and Vaccine Product Plants.
• Breeding Farms / Hatchery.
• Corporate Bodies Eg. National Dairy Development Board, Milk Board and Milk Unions.
• Diagnostic Laboratories - Pathology, Biochemistry, Microbiology.
• Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying.
• Disease Investigation Centres.
• Drug Research Institutions.
• Experimental Animal Unit.
• Experimental & Germ Free Animal Facilities attached to Veterinary & Medical Institutions.
• Fishery Department.
• Marine Amusement Park.
• National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries.
• Natural History Museums.
• Para Veterinary Staff Training Schools.
• Shelter Houses.
• Zoos.

Job Types

• Animal Care and Service Workers.
• Associate Scientific Manager.
• Biological Scientists.
• Lecturer.
• Manager Animal Farm.
• Partner, Assistant to a Practitioners.
• Pharmacy Research Scientists.
• Private Practice.
• Self Employment - Entrepreneur in L.S. Farms, Poultry Farms etc.
• Senior Medical Representative.
• Veterinary Consultant.
• Veterinary Technologists and Technicians.
• Veterinarian / Veterinary Doctor.
• Veterinary Researcher.
• Veterinary Surgeon.