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About the program
Doctor of Veterinary Science (DVSc) in clinical studies for veterinarians.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (3): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Design and undertake an original research project in Clinical Studies. Critically evaluate specialist literature and research evidence. Apply appropriate research methods and ethics
- and communicate findings through scholarly writing and presentations.
Career outcomes
- Program Coordinator
- Administrative Officer
- Research Assistant
- Operations Assistant
- Project Assistant
Curriculum
- At least nine semesters of full-time doctoral study combining clinical specialty training and research
- In specialties such as large and small animal surgery and medicine
- Anesthesiology
- Cardiology
- Neurology
- Ophthalmology
- Radiology
- Emergency and critical care
- Nutrition and oncology
- Preparing for board certification.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Master's degree from a recognized university with a 73% (B) average and strong research potential (some programmes admit from an honours bachelor degree)
- A faculty advisor is often needed
- Two academic references.
Accepted academic background
Master's degree from a recognized university with strong research potential (some programmes admit from an honours bachelor degree), Two academic references.
Documents you’ll need
- Recommendation Letters.
How to apply
- Check the programme page for entry terms
- Deadlines and requirements. Apply online through the OUAC graduate application and pay the application fee
- 125 CAD (150 CAD for MBA
- MA Leadership
- MCLC
- MPAcc and MRE). Upload documents in WebAdvisor and name at least two academic referees. Meet the English proficiency requirement. After an offer
- Apply to IRCC for a study permit.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $30,246 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $125 CAD |
| Deposit | $6,000 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | Guelph |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Ontario Veterinary College |
| Department | Clinical Studies |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 60 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 3 |
| Scholarship note | Scholarship opportunities may be available to eligible students, Availability and award criteria should be confirmed with the university. |
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 3 years.
Tuition is $30,246 CAD per year. The application fee is $125 CAD. The deposit is $6,000 CAD. The estimated living cost is $23,448 CAD.

