Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
Course code: MC-DVETMED
March
Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) available
Access Melbourne is available
March
AUD $85,984 (2026 indicative first year fee)
IELTS 7.0: with writing 7.0 and no other band less than 6.0
How to apply
Domestic student
You're considered a domestic student if you're an Australian or New Zealand citizen, an Australian permanent resident, or have a permanent humanitarian visa. This applies even if you're studying abroad or have dual Australian citizenship.
International student
You are considered an international student if you are not a citizen or permanent resident of Australia or New Zealand.
Key application dates
UPCOMING INTAKES AND KEY DATES
Graduate Entry Applications (Normal Entry)
Once the application is submitted, applicants will have until Monday, 4 January 2027 to upload their final official academic transcripts and official evidence of course completion to the application portal. This includes all study for which credit has been granted, including exchange/study abroad study. Applicants who fail to upload final official documents by the deadline specified will be sent an unsuccessful outcome, no exceptions. We cannot allocate places based on incomplete applications.
Accelerated Pathway Applications
Students currently enrolled in the Bachelor of Science at the University of Melbourne seeking entry into the Accelerated Pathway via the Veterinary Biosciences major in 2027 must apply for the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine 2028 Start year intake during the specified period.
Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Science at the University of Melbourne who are enrolled and on track to complete VETS20019 Frontiers in Veterinary Science in Semester 1, 2026 will be contacted by the University about the application process for entry into the Accelerated Pathway (Veterinary Biosciences major).
CASPer® Situational Judgement Test
All applicants seeking entry to the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine or the Bachelor of Science Accelerated Pathway in 2027 must undertake an approved Situational Judgement Test (SJT).
You must be registered for one of the following test times at least three days prior to the test date.
- Sunday April 12, 2026 - 10:00 AM AEST
- Tuesday May 5, 2026 - 7:00 PM AEST
- Thursday May 14, 2026 - 7:00 PM AEST
- Thursday June 11, 2026 - 7:00 PM AEST
- Sunday June 21, 2026 - 10:00 AM AEST
- Thursday August 6, 2026 - 7:00 PM AEST
- Saturday August 22, 2026 - 11:00 AM AEST
- Sunday September 13, 2026 - 10:00 AM AEST
- Thursday September 24, 2026 – 7.00 PM AEST
- Thursday October 8, 2026 - 7:00 PM AEDT
The approved Casper test type for the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine is Postgraduate Veterinary Science Australia Casper 2 (CSP-20400) 2026-2027 Cycle.
You can find a link to test dates online available at https://my.acuityinsights.app/dates-times/.
2027 Domestic Offers
The DVM Selection Committee is scheduled to convene mid-January. Offers will be issued to eligible applicants on a rolling basis from mid-January through February. Applicants who do not initially receive an offer in January may be offered a place in February as it becomes available. This process occurs after initially offered places have not been accepted.
Please note that we cannot provide information on if or when an offer may be made during the selection process.
If you receive an Australian Full-Fee Paying offer, you will still be considered for a CSP place if one becomes available and you are next in line. Accepting or declining the Full-Fee Paying offer will not affect your eligibility for further consideration for a CSP.
Deferral Requests
Please apply for the intake you are ready to commence studying. Due to the limited number of places available, we do not permit deferral. Students who wish to defer their offer will need to re-apply for admission to a future intake.
There are a limited number of Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) for this course. To ensure you are considered for a CSP, submit your complete application prior to the application deadline.
Key application dates
UPCOMING INTAKES AND KEY DATES
Offer Rounds (Graduate Entry Only)
Graduate Entry Applications (Normal Entry) are assessed during the following offer rounds.
Applicants for Round 3 who are not already studying in Australia should note that they may be at risk of not receiving a student visa in time for class commencement. Applicants who are offshore should apply in time for an earlier offer round. Late arrival for this course will not be accommodated.
You are advised to apply as early as possible to avoid visa delays.
VMCAS Applications (Graduate Entry Only)
International applicants from North America may apply for this course directly to the University of Melbourne or via the Veterinary Medical College Application Service (VMCAS).
Refer to the VMCAS Application Cycle Dates published by the provider for further information.
Completion documentation
Applicants must be able to provide final official academic transcripts and official evidence of course completion to meet offer conditions by Monday, 4 January 2027.
Accelerated Pathway Applications
Students currently enrolled in the Bachelor of Science at the University of Melbourne seeking entry into the Accelerated Pathway via the Veterinary Biosciences major in 2027 must apply for the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine 2028 Start year intake during the specified period.
Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Science at the University of Melbourne who are enrolled and on track to complete VETS20019 Frontiers in Veterinary Science in Semester 1, 2026 will be contacted by the University about the application process for entry into the Accelerated Pathway (Veterinary Biosciences major).
CASPer® Situational Judgement
All applicants seeking entry to the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine or the Bachelor of Science Accelerated Pathway in 2027 must undertake an approved Situational Judgement Test (SJT).
You must be registered for one of the following test times at least three days prior to the test date.
- Sunday April 12, 2026 - 10:00 AM AEST
- Tuesday May 5, 2026 - 7:00 PM AEST
- Thursday May 14, 2026 - 7:00 PM AEST
- Thursday June 11, 2026 - 7:00 PM AEST
- Sunday June 21, 2026 - 10:00 AM AEST
- Thursday August 6, 2026 - 7:00 PM AEST
- Saturday August 22, 2026 - 11:00 AM AEST
- Sunday September 13, 2026 - 10:00 AM AEST
- Thursday September 24, 2026 – 7.00 PM AEST
- Thursday October 8, 2026 - 7:00 PM AEDT
The approved Casper test type for the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine is Postgraduate Veterinary Science Australia Casper 2 (CSP-20400) 2026-2027 Cycle.
You can find a link to test dates online available at https://my.acuityinsights.app/dates-times/.
Deferral Requests
Please apply for the intake you are ready to commence studying. Due to the limited number of places available, we do not permit deferral. Students who wish to defer their offer will need to re-apply for admission to a future intake.
How to apply
1. Review entry requirements and eligibility
- Check the entry requirements tab of this course page and ensure you meet the admission criteria.
- Review the English language requirements.
- Consider whether you are eligible for Graduate Access Melbourne.
- If you are applying for multiple courses, ensure you have confirmed your preference order.
2. Gather your supporting documentation
As part of your application, you’ll be required to submit:
- Transcripts and detailed information related to all previous studies you have undertaken and/or completed, including an explanation of the grading system used and official certified English translation of any document that is not written in English. View further information about supporting documentation.
- Evidence of meeting the University's English language requirements.
- Detailed official syllabus or subject description (in English) for completed subjects you believe satisfy the course prerequisites.
- A personal statement of 500 words, outlining relevant work experience, additional qualifications, and personal achievements.
3. Submit your application
- To get started, begin your application here.
Additional application considerations:
Where a course offers both Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) and Australian full fee (AF) places, you only need to submit an application for one fee type. You will automatically be considered for a CSP if you are eligible.
Ready and eligible to apply?
How to apply
1. Review entry requirements and eligibility
- Check the entry requirements tab of this course page and ensure you meet the admission criteria.
- Review the English language requirements.
- If you are applying for multiple courses, ensure you have confirmed your preference order.
2. Gather your supporting documentation
As part of your application, you’ll be required to submit:
- Transcripts and detailed information related to all previous studies you have undertaken and/or completed, including an explanation of the grading system used and official certified English translation of any document that is not written in English. View further information about supporting documentation.
- Evidence of meeting the University's English language requirements.
- Detailed official syllabus or subject description (in English) for completed subjects you believe satisfy the course prerequisites.
- A personal statement of 500 words, outlining relevant work experience, additional qualifications, and personal achievements.
3. Submit your application
- To get started, begin your application here.
- If you need help applying, you can find an authorised education agent* to help you lodge your application, accept your offer and apply for a student visa.
*Students who have completed their previous qualifications in certain countries cannot apply directly and must use an education agent (or overseas representative).
Ready and eligible to apply?
After you apply
- All communications related to your application, including requests for additional information and application outcomes, will be sent to the email address you registered for your application. To avoid delays, please upload requested information as soon as possible.
- Please note that the Admissions team will only contact you via email if anything else is needed; there's no need to enquire about the timeline in the meantime.
For additional, in-depth details on entry requirements and admissions for this course, refer to the University Handbook.
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