DK784 · Level 7 · 3 years

Veterinary Nursing

Dundalk Institute of Technology · Rest Of Leinster

2026 Round 1 points

419

Up 32 points since 2023 (387).

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About this course

A very hands-on Level 7 course that trains you to be a veterinary nurse. It is accredited by the Veterinary Council of Ireland, so graduates can register and practise in Ireland.

How long
3 years
What you study
You study animal anatomy, nursing care, laboratory testing, diagnostic imaging, anaesthesia, surgical nursing and animal welfare. Practical classes include handling animals, bandaging, blood tests and x-rays. You spend a week on a farm in first year and have horse handling classes in second year.
Placement and abroad
You do a placement in a registered vet clinic or hospital every year, with at least 1000 hours over three years, including an 11 week internship in Year 3.
Where it can lead
Careers include working in vet clinics and hospitals, animal welfare, clinical nutrition, farm advisory work and the wider animal care industry.
Who it suits
Suits students who love working with animals, enjoy practical, science-based work and can handle an intensive timetable.

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About Veterinary

Animal healthcare and welfare, veterinary medicine, and nursing

Involves the education and training required to diagnose, treat, and prevent diseases and injuries in animals. Veterinary programs focus on the health and welfare of animals, including pets, livestock, wildlife, and exotic species. E.g. Veterinary Medicine, Veterinary Nursing, Animal Bioscience.

Points history

2023387202445520254242026419

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026419Published after the final round
2025 424419474
2024 455390440
2023 387387445

Round 1 is the points needed for a first-round offer. Final is the lowest points offered a place after all rounds. Middle student is the points of the student in the middle of everyone who got a place. * means not everyone on those points got a place (random selection). Source: CAO points lists.

Subject requirements

  • Biology or Agricultural Science: Higher H5
  • Mathematics: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6 or Foundation F2
  • English or Irish: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6

These are the course's own subject requirements. You also need to meet the college's general minimum entry requirements.

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