MT784 · Level 7 · 3 years

Veterinary Nursing

Munster Technological University - Kerry · Munster

2026 Round 1 points

391

Down 60 points since 2023 (451).

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About this course

A Level 7 degree that trains you to be a veterinary nurse. It is accredited by the Veterinary Council of Ireland, so graduates can register and work in Ireland.

How long
3 years
What you study
First year covers principles of veterinary nursing, anatomy, physiology, animal behaviour and welfare, nutrition, biology, chemistry, calculations and physics. You practise skills in a clinical skills lab. Learning covers dogs, cats, horses, farm animals and exotic species.
Placement and abroad
You do work placements in veterinary practices in Years 2 and 3, the first starting in September of second year.
Where it can lead
Graduates can work as veterinary nurses in veterinary practices, or progress to Level 8 honours degrees in related fields.
Who it suits
Suits students who love animals, are caring and calm and enjoy practical, hands-on work.

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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

2023451202435120253902026391

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026391Published after the final round
2025 390390451
2024 351351423
2023 451402462

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

  • English or Irish: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • Mathematics: 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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