2 years at RDC - 2 years at U of C
This pre-professional Doctor of Veterinary medicine program may fulfill credit towards a Bachelor of Science program or other degree program.
For the most current university program and transfer information, see the Planning Guides.
Related Link: Admission requirements for specific programs will often refer to Alberta Grade 12 course groups. Visit the Admissions page for detailed group descriptions.
Minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in:
- Biology 30
- Chemistry 30
- ELA 30-1
- Mathematics 30-1
- Subject from Group A, B, or C
Note: Applicants whose first language is not English must demonstrate English language proficiency in addition to the program admission requirements.
You must pass 20 term university transfer courses or a minimum of 60 credit hours, and achieve a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00 to receive a Diploma in University Transfer Studies.
The program will prepare graduates for work in both private practice (community and rural practice), and government agencies and also such areas as public health work, health care of zoo animals, and the field of veterinary research.
The University of Calgary Veterinary Medicine (UCVM) program requires successful completion of 48 credits of full time post secondary course work (4 full time post secondary terms) to be eligible for admission consideration. Applicants must complete 10 required courses (30 credits) plus another 18 credits of course work. UCVM will not normally consider applicants who present required courses taken more than 10 years prior to the application date. Admission is highly competitive, meeting admission criteria does not necessarily guarantee admission to UCVM and only residents of Alberta are eligible to apply. UCVM strongly encourages students to apply to the program as soon as they meet the minimum requirements. These requirements can be met after two years at RDC.
Prospective veterinary medicine students are advised to design their 2 year program to meet admission requirements at UCVM while pursuing an alternate degree suitable to their interests and possible future employment.
University of Calgary
(Please note these are U of C credits)
Suggested Pattern Year 1
- BIOL 217/BIOL 218 (6 credits)
- CHEM 211/CHEM 212 (6 credits)
- STAT 251 (3 credits)
- ENGL 219 (3 credits)
- Four Arts or Science options (12 credits)
Suggested Pattern Year 2
Please see an Academic Advisor.