US738 · Level 7 · 3 years

Veterinary Nursing

Technological University of the Shannon - Athlone · Rest Of Leinster

2026 Round 1 points

409

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About this course

A degree that trains you to be a veterinary nurse. It is accredited by the Veterinary Council of Ireland and by ACOVENE.

How long
3 years
What you study
You study biology, chemistry, anatomy, animal husbandry, pharmacology and veterinary nursing practice. Later years add diagnostic imaging, surgical nursing, anaesthesia and medical nursing for companion animals and horses. You also spend two residential weeks at Gurteen College in each of first and second year.
Placement and abroad
Clinical placements add up to 30 weeks over the three years, in small animal, equine and large animal practices.
Where it can lead
Graduates can register as veterinary nurses with the Veterinary Council of Ireland and work in vet practices, or in veterinary pharmaceuticals and sales. You can apply for the BSc (Hons) in Applied Bioscience at TUS.
Who it suits
Suits students who love working with animals, stay calm under pressure and enjoy hands-on, practical 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

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Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026409Published after the final round
2025 430428464
2024 390390442
2023 400400474

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

  • Physics: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6 or Foundation F3
  • Biology: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • Physics/Chemistry: Higher H6 or Ordinary O3

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

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