The Faculty endeavours to meet the veterinary nursing needs of the country and the region. The recruitment and selection process addresses an informed career choice, excellence, equity and geographic distribution. The full-time BVetNurs programme is only offered by the Faculty of Veterinary Science of the University of Pretoria, and it is the only faculty of its kind in South Africa.

Veterinary nursing requires a dedicated and motivated person with a particular interest in working with animals and their owners. The veterinary nurse is a member of a professional team that includes veterinarians and is expected to show a high degree of responsibility, organisational skills and patience. Self-discipline, compassion, honesty, dedication and a sense of humour are recommended attributes.

The programme is demanding and requires dedication and hard work. It is a career with long and often irregular hours. The ability to work with both people and animals is essential.

For more information about the 3-year BVetNurs degree programme please click here.