Diploma in Veterinary Sciences (DVS)
Course Name: Diploma in Veterinary Sciences
Short Name: DVS
Duration: 2 Years
About the Course
The Diploma in Veterinary Sciences (DVS) is a 2-year diploma program designed to provide students with theoretical knowledge and practical skills in animal health care, veterinary science, animal husbandry, livestock management, animal nutrition, disease prevention, vaccination, veterinary first aid, dairy and poultry management, and farm management. The course combines classroom learning with laboratory, clinical, and field training to prepare students for technical and supportive roles in veterinary and livestock services.
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Examination & Practical Subjects
1st Year
Subject Theory Practical Total
Veterinary Anatomy & Physiology 100 100 200
Fundamentals of Veterinary Science 100 100 200
Animal Nutrition & Feed Management 100 100 200
Livestock & Dairy Management 100 100 200
Veterinary First Aid, Infection Control & Medical Ethics 100 100 200
1st Year Total: 1000 Marks
2nd Year
Subject Theory Practical Total
Animal Diseases, Prevention & Vaccination 100 100 200
Artificial Insemination & Animal Breeding (Basics) 100 100 200
Poultry, Goat & Sheep Farming 100 100 200
Veterinary Clinical Practices & Farm Management 100 100 200
Clinical & Field Training 100 100 200
2nd Year Total: 1000 Marks
Grand Total
Theory: 1000 Marks
Practical: 1000 Marks
Overall: 2000 Marks
Career Scope
After successful completion of the course, diploma holders may work in:
Veterinary Hospitals & Clinics
Animal Husbandry Farms
Dairy Farms
Poultry Farms
Livestock Farms
Veterinary Diagnostic Centres
Animal Health NGOs
Private Veterinary & Livestock Enterprises
Career Opportunities
Veterinary Assistant
Veterinary Technician
Animal Health Worker
Livestock Supervisor
Dairy Farm Supervisor
Poultry Farm Supervisor
Veterinary Clinic Assistant
Livestock Development Assistant
> Note: This autonomous diploma prepares students for technical and supportive roles in veterinary services. It does not by itself authorize independent veterinary practice or confer statutory registration where such registration is required under applicable laws.