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Veterinary Technology Diploma (Open Learning) at Thompson Rivers University

Thompson Rivers University, Canada

Programme overview

The Veterinary Technology Diploma program trains individuals for employment as professionals in the field of veterinary medicine. The three-year online program is for those already working in a veterinary clinical setting. The program is online with a one-week, onsite wet lab during the third year of studies. The average tuition per year is $6,000 - 7,500 (subject to change).

Faculty: Faculty of Science  |  Department: Agricultural Related  |  Duration: 3 years  |  Study mode: online  |  Intake: January  |  Location: Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada

Career pathways

Related roles: Veterinary Technologist.

Official programme page

Application information

Entry requirements

Competition for admission to the Veterinary Technology Open Learning program is extremely intensive and meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission into the program.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the courses you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Intakes: Fall (September), Winter (January) and Summer (May). Not all programmes have winter and summer intakes.

International applicants: applications open October 1 for all intakes; Fall (September) intake open until further notice, Winter (January) intake closes November 1, Summer (May) intake closes February 1. Application fee $100, one time and non-refundable.

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