Veterinary Science and Technology: Concentration in Veterinary Studies (1143), B.S.V.S.T.

Bachelor of Science in Veterinary Science and Technology (B.S.V.S.T.) - Major in Veterinary Science and Technology

The veterinary science major offers concentrations in veterinary science (pre-veterinary medicine), veterinary studies (veterinary assistant), and veterinary technology (veterinary nursing).

The veterinary studies concentration is intended for students who would like to work in veterinary or laboratory facilities. Typical responsibilities would include routine animal care and helping veterinary professionals treat injuries and illnesses. Completion of this concentration will allow students the option of pursuing a veterinary assistant certificate.

General Education	38 hours
Major Core Requirements	16 hours
Concentration Courses	66 hours
TOTAL	120 hours

Jason Roberts, DVM
Program Director Veterinary Technology
Jrober29@utm.edu
731.881.1011

DEGREE REQUIREMENTS

University Degree Requirements

120 credit hours are required
Minimum 30 credit hours completed at The University of Tennessee at Martin
Minimum 30 credits in Upper Division coursework (courses numbered 300-499)
Minimum 60 credits earned at an accredited four-year institution required.
A minimum overall GPA of 2.0 is required.
A minimum institutional GPA of 2.0 is required.
Must meet all General Education Requirements
Must meet all Major Requirements
If a Minor is required, must meet all Minor Requirements
Must meet all Exit Exam Requirements
- General Education Exam
- Major Field Test / Exit Exam
If a student is admitted to the University of Tennessee at Martin with documented entrance deficiencies OR is subject to mandatory placement requirements, then the student must meet those requirements.

COURSEWORK REQUIRED FOR THE DEGREE

General Education Core Curriculum Requirements

Guidance for choosing general education courses:

MATH 210 and one of: MATH 110, 140, 160, 185 or 251 are required for this degree. Students should consider taking at least one of these courses to satisfy their Mathematics category of general education.

Note to students: Some degree programs include required courses for the major that are also options within the University-Wide General Education Requirements. If a student completes a course that simultaneously satisfies both a requirement for the major and a requirement for the University-Wide General Education Requirements, then the student may need to complete additional elective coursework in order to meet the minimum number of credit hours required for the degree.

Major in Veterinary Science and Technology (16 credit hours)

Course Requirements - Veterinary Science and Technology Core Courses (16 hours)

ANSC 110 - Introduction to Animal Science Credit(s): 3
ANSC 320 - Farm Animal Health Credit(s): 3
AGEC 110 - Introduction to Agricultural Business Credit(s): 3
MBIO 251 - General Bacteriology Credit(s): 4
Either ANSC 350 - Animal Nutrition Credit(s): 3 or VET 360 - Small Animal Clinical Nutrition in Veterinary Medicine Credit(s): 3

Concentration in Veterinary Studies (66 hours)

Either MATH 110 - Essentials of Algebra II Credit(s): 4 OR MATH 140 - Precalculus College Algebra Credit(s): 3
(if not taken for general education requirement)
MATH 210 - Elementary Statistics and Probability Credit(s): 3
(if not taken for general education requirement)

ANSC 210 - Introduction to Horse Science Credit(s): 3
ANSC 230 - Exotic and Companion Animal Management Credit(s): 3
Either ANSC 260 Behavior of Farm and Companion Animals Credit(s): 3 or ANSC 270 Animal Welfare and Ethics Credit(s): 3
VET 200 - Introduction to Veterinary Technology Credit(s): 2
VET 300 - Veterinary Technology Medical Terminology Credit(s): 2
AGEC 405 - Veterinary Small Business Management Credit(s): 3
VET 350 - Veterinary Technology Parasitology Credit(s): 3
VET 470 - Capstone in Veterinary Studies Credit(s): 3
VET 490 - Internship in Animal Technology Credit(s): 3
Choose 20 hours from any 100-200 level course from: Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Engineering Technology, Agriculture, Animal Science, Astronomy, Chemistry, Geography, Geology, Natural Resources Management, Park Administration, Plant Science, Physics, Soil Science, Veterinary Health Technology, Wildlife Biology, Zoology

Upper-division electives (18 hours)

Choose an additional 18 hours of upper division coursework.

ADDITIONAL NOTES

In addition to traditional coursework, our veterinary studies concentration includes a capstone course for senior students, which culminates in receiving a veterinary assistant certificate. This course is designed to ensure all required skills are completed in order to receive a NAVTA-accredited veterinary assistant certificate, and to provide valuable experience preparing the student for working in veterinary settings.  

Students are required to participate in field experiences such as externships as part of our curriculum. These experiences are crucial for experiential learning and may require student participation in various settings outside the traditional classroom.