Veterinary Science teaches animal anatomy, health and care, and is a first look at careers as a vet or vet tech.
What you'll learn
Describe animal body systems
Recognize common animal illnesses
Handle animals safely
Learn basic vet-clinic skills
You'll do: Labs, animal handling and case studies.
What comes next
Which courses come before and after it, and what it counts toward, depend on each school. Your plan shows your school's.
College majors that build on it
Veterinary technology
Animal sciences
Pre-veterinary
Careers it informs most
People in these jobs use what this course teaches the most. It's a starting point, not a track.
VeterinariansVeterinarians use biology in their work. O*NET rates it very important for the job.Usually needs: doctoral or professional degree · Jobs 2025–2035: +9% · Median pay: $130,100 a year (2025)More on O*NET · BLS: education, jobs and pay · Courses and outlook
Veterinary Technologists and TechniciansVeterinary Technologists and Technicians use biology in their work. O*NET rates it important for the job.Usually needs: associate's degree · Jobs 2025–2035: +9% · Median pay: $47,380 a year (2025)More on O*NET · BLS: education, jobs and pay · Courses and outlook
Medical Scientists, Except EpidemiologistsMedical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists use biology in their work. O*NET rates it very important for the job.Usually needs: doctoral or professional degree · Jobs 2025–2035: +13% · Median pay: $103,410 a year (2025)More on O*NET · BLS: education, jobs and pay · Courses and outlook
Biochemists and BiophysicistsBiochemists and Biophysicists use biology in their work. O*NET rates it very important for the job.Usually needs: doctoral or professional degree · Jobs 2025–2035: +12% · Median pay: $127,410 a year (2025)More on O*NET · BLS: education, jobs and pay · Courses and outlook