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What is a BVSc? Is it the same as a DVM here in the USA?
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What is a BVSc? Is it the same as a DVM here in the USA? Can the prescribe medication and perform all of the same duties as a DVM?

 

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October 7 9:36 PM (26 minutes and 36 seconds later)
         
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BVSc (Bachelor of Veterinary Science) allows the holder to register to practice veterinary surgery and animal care. http://www.unimelb.edu.au/HB/1996/Vet/Vet-intro.html

It's very much like our DVM's; however, someone with a BVSc (to my current knowledge) is not licensed to practice veterinary medicine outside of Australia, New Zealand or Britain.

However, their knowledge and education is very similar to our DVM's.

The link above explains the criteria and courses



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