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Pre-Veterinary Medicine and Animal Biosciences
The Pre-Veterinary Medicine and Animal Biosciences (PVMAB) major focuses on the study of scientific principles required for undergraduate students who are interested in pursuing a career in the fields of veterinary medicine and animal biosciences. The curriculum is designed to meet the admission requirements for many U.S. veterinary schools and to prepare students for graduate degrees in areas related to animal agriculture and biological sciences through course work and laboratory experiences.
The global employment outlook is increasingly good for PVMAB majors. A degree in this area prepares students for veterinary school admission, graduate school admission in animal and human related biosciences, as well as entry-level technician, research, sales and marketing positions in chemical, health and agriculturally related industries. Government agencies, zoos, aquariums, and veterinary practices may also offer employment opportunities for students with the right background. Approximately 35 percent of graduates pursue advanced degrees in veterinary medicine, animal sciences, human medicine, and other sciences .
For more information on any of the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources majors, contact the Office of Academic Programs at 831-2508 or stop by 104 Townsend Hall.
Sample Job Titles
| Bachelor's Degree/Entry Level |
Further Education/Experience Often Required |
| * animal technician |
* animal physiologist |
| * pharmaceutical research technician |
* veterinarian |
| * poultry field service representative |
* pharmacologist |
| * veterinary laboratory technician |
* zoologist |
| * environmental technologist |
* veterinary pathologist |
Check the Dictionary of Occupational Titles under section 040 for additional related careers.
Enhancing Employability
Some Employers of Pre-Veterinary Medicine & Animal Biosciences Majors
* pharmaceutical companies
* animal feed companies
* animal shelters
* state/federal government
* colleges/universities
* laboratories
* environmental agencies
* nature centers
* zoos/aquariums
* farms
* state/national parks
Other Sources of Information
Resources for Finding Employment
Found at the Career Services Center's Career Library (first floor):
- Blue Hen Careers -- Internships, Part-time, Summer, and Full-time Jobs -- All in one place
- Opportunities in Veterinary Medicine Careers (CSE 305)
- Career Opportunities in Science (CSE 455)
- Careers in Science (CSE 455.5)
- Careers for Scientific Types & Others with Inquiring Minds (CSE 457)
- Jobs in the Drug Industry (CSE 461)
- Opportunities in Biotechnology Careers (CSE 467)
- Extraordinary Jobs With Animals (CSE 469)
- Opportunities in Animal & Pet Care Careers (CSE 471)
- Careers With Animals (CSE 472)
- Careers for Animal Lovers & Other Zoological Types (CSE 473)
- Occupational Outlook Handbook (GE 5)
- Graduate Programs in the Biological Sciences (GS 25)
- Graduate Programs in the Physical Sciences, Mathematics, Agricultural Sciences, the Environment & Natural Resources (GS 30)
- Graduate Programs in Engineering & Applied Sciences (GS 35)
- Best 168 Medical Schools (GS 81)
- www.udel.edu/CSC/netresources.html CSC's Internet Resources
Further information including: Skills to Develop, Strategies for Contacting Employers, Graduate School Information and where to get assistance is available in the CAREER LIBRARY located at 401 Academy Street.
Last updated: January 26, 2011 (CH) |