Applied Biological Sciences – Preveterinary Medicine (BS)
Are you passionate about animal health and welfare? If so, Arizona State University’s online Bachelor of Science in applied biological sciences with a concentration in preveterinary medicine may be the perfect fit for you. You’ll explore the anatomy and behavior of animals while also developing a strong understanding of biology and chemistry. This degree will prepare you for veterinary school and various careers working with animals.
Online pre-veterinary classes
This degree includes required courses in science, math and veterinary medicine. You’ll also have the opportunity to complete electives in various aspects of biology, animal science and leadership, allowing you to customize your coursework to match your career goals. Select key courses in the preveterinary medicine concentration are taught by practicing veterinarians. Featured courses in this program include:
ABS 271: Veterinary Medicine Today
ABS 355: Ecology and Adaptations of Vertebrates
ABS 378: Animal Nutrition
ABS 490: Applied Biological Sciences Seminar
BCH 361: Advanced Principles of Biochemistry
BIO 181: General Biology I (SCIT OR SQ)
BIO 182: General Biology II (SCIT OR SG)
BIO 340: General Genetics
CHM 113: General Chemistry I (SCIT OR SQ)
CHM 116: General Chemistry II (SCIT OR SQ)
BIO 360: Animal Physiology
ABS 311: Molecular and Cellular Biology
CHM 233: General Organic Chemistry I
CHM 234: General Organic Chemistry II
Jobs for preveterinary medicine graduates
A central focus of this degree is preparing students for veterinary school and jobs in veterinary medicine. This program is also beneficial if you’re interested in animal-focused careers outside of veterinary medicine at state game and fish departments, zoos, animal shelters and animal nonprofit organizations. You’ll also be well-prepared to pursue an advanced degree in a related area such as animal science, natural resource management or other biology-focused fields. Career examples include, but are not limited to:
Veterinary Technologists and Technicians
Growth: 20.5%
Salary: $38,240
Animal Trainers
Growth: 16.0%
Salary: $35,620
Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists
Growth: 3.0%
Salary: $67,430
Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologists
Growth: 4.9%
Salary: $57,380
Veterinarians
Growth: 19.7%
Salary: $103,260
Animal Scientists
Growth: 5.7%
Salary: $69,390