Diploma for Rural Veterinary Technicians (Level 5)
Course details
| NZQF Level | 5 |
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About the course
On successful completion of this programme, graduates will be able to work competently as rural veterinary technicians in a veterinary practice and independently carry out a range of identified tasks. They may also gain entry level employment in allied sectors such as dairy farming/manufacturing, retail outlets, animal research, artificial breeding services, and TB testing. Valuable experience and/or specialist training may lead to senior/specialist roles in large and well-established veterinary practices, allied organisations or self-employment. High performing graduates may pursue higher education and become technologists or professionals in the animal science field.
Entry requirements
NCEA level 3 (i.e. a minimum of 60 credits at level 3 or above together with 20 credits at level 2 or above) with a minimum of 14 credits at level 3 or higher in each of three approved subjects; 5 reading credits and 5 writing credits at Level 2 or higher from standards on the NZQA list of university entrance literacy standards and 10 credits from standards on the NZQA list of numeracy standards, or all three of the following unit standards: 26623, 26626 and 26627.
About the provider
Lincoln University is one of the eight government universities in New Zealand. Established in 1878, it is governed by the Lincoln University Council.
Based in Canterbury, in the South Island of New Zealand, Lincoln offers a unique experience, a perfect balance of student and academic life and a host of recreation activities around the region.
The institution is rated the 15th best small university in the world by the QS World University Rankings. It is home to a diverse group of nearly 4,500 students who come from more than 80 different countries around the world.
Lincoln graduates have a 6 percent higher employment rate than those from other New Zealand universities and the number of students graduating from Lincoln is higher than the national average.
Students can choose from a wide range of specialist courses from three faculties and one division – the Faculty of Agribusiness and Commerce; the Faculty of Agriculture and Life Sciences; the Faculty of Environment, Society and Design; and the University Studies and English Language Division.
Lincoln has dedicated itself towards undertaking meaningful research that makes a globally positive impact. Its sustainable approach and commitment towards handling climate change issues have attracted many postgraduate students studying at the institution.
The university also engages in other land-based research and hosts a range of research centres, including food research and innovation, land, environment and people, wildlife management and conservation, and soil and environmental research.
The university shares ties with leading organisations as well as research centres, which help students gain additional skills and knowledge through practical learning experiences.
The Lincoln University Students' Association (LUSA) is an active student body that governs a variety of clubs and organisations on campus.