Doctor of Veterinary Medicine

Admission requirements (AY2026-2027)

1. The applicant must have completed a minimum of 12 years of school education.
2. The applicant must have passed any one of the following English Language Proficiency Tests with a minimum score as follows:
   1. All UAE education system scoring minimum 80% in English in Grade 12
   2. For those completed English medium of instruction in high school
      • Minimum 80% in Grade 11 or 12
      • Those not meeting the minimum 80% in English shall be on conditional admission and completing a remedial course in English for the first semester.
   3. for those international students who completed high school in their national language, any one of the English proficiency test scores to be submitted
      • TOEFL CBT 173 – iBT 61
      • 5.0 in IELTS for Academic
3. Applicants from any other non-UAE educational systems must submit an Equivalency Certificate of their High School certificate from Ministry of Education, UAE. Failing to submit the equivalency certificate, the student would be on conditional admission and is required to fulfil the requirements as specified in the General admission requirements. [link]
4. Minimum High School Requirements by Education System
   1. Applicants must meet the following minimum grade requirements (as per the UAE Grade Equivalency). They must have completed the mandatory science subjects (Biology, Chemistry, and Physics or Mathematics or Psychology or humanities) in the final years of high school (Grades 11 and/or 12 or equivalent), as required by their respective school system.

Applicants from other systems must have a UAE equivalent score of 70%, as determined by the World Education System (WES) conversion.

5. Applicants from any other non-UAE educational system must submit an Equivalency Certificate of their High School certificate from Ministry of Education, UAE. Failing to submit the equivalency certificate, the student would be on conditional admission and is required to fulfil the requirements as specified in the General admission requirements. [link]
6. Applicants must have passed three science subjects (Biology, Chemistry or Physics or Mathematics or Psychology in any of the following grades: 11^th or 12^th. If not, required to register for the non-credit remedial course offered by the University.
7. All applicants shall complete an interview with admission committee of the College. The decision of the Admission Committee shall be final and binding.
8. Foundation program is required, If the applicant does not meet minimum score for two science subjects or lack two science subjects in Grade 11 or 12.

Special needs applications

GMU is committed to admit students who needs special attention and management. Applications are open for students who disclose their condition on the special determination form and the applications are reviewed by the admission committee and admitted as per the policy for different programs.

Ref: Program Technical Standards and Accommodations [link]

Important Guidelines

• Submit the online application and upload all required documents before the deadline.
• Results and offer letters will be issued within a week.
• Conditional admission will be confirmed after fee payment and document verification.
• Selected candidate admissions shall be cancelled if the minimum science criteria is not met for more than one subject and recommended to complete the foundation program for improvement and apply the consequent year.
• Selected candidates missing the minimum high school grade requirement for one mandatory science subject must take a remedial course offered by GMU and improve their grade with conditional admission status.
• Qualified candidates beyond seat capacity will be waitlisted; offers depend on the availability of seats before registration deadlines.
• All uploaded documents will be verified against originals during the interview.
• Submission of false or misleading documents will result in automatic cancellation of admission.

Required documents:

• Applicant Passport
• Parent passport
• Emirates ID
• Ethbara and Family book for UAE nationals
• 10^th grade and 12^th or O level and AS/A level High school certificate
• Equivalency certificate for international curriculum students
• Valid English proficiency certificate (IELTS or TOEFL or Final school scores English subject)
• Good conduct certificate from school
• Health Insurance document for UAE residents
• Scanned passport size photograph with white background

All originals shall be scanned and returned to applicant.

The Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs) of the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) program are aligned with the UAE Qualifications Framework (QFEmirates) and reflect international benchmarks for veterinary education. They are organized under three key domains: Knowledge, Skills, and Responsibility.

Knowledge

PLO1.
Utilize advanced, specialized, and integrative knowledge of biomedical, clinical, and animal sciences to diagnose, manage, and prevent diseases across diverse animal species.

PLO2.
Integrate epidemiological knowledge to assess the impact of common diseases on animal populations and their implications for public health.

PLO3.
Evaluate behavioural, cultural, economic, environmental, and social determinants influencing animal care and welfare.

PLO4.
Possess in-depth expertise in the core domains of veterinary medicine and animal husbandry.

PLO5.
Employ leadership and management principles essential for professional practice and collaborative endeavours.

Skills

PLO6.
Employ advanced cognitive and practical skills to elicit thorough patient and/or population histories and to conduct safe, systematic examinations.

PLO7.
Utilize integrated analytical skills in differential diagnosis, and perform and interpret diagnostic procedures with accuracy.

PLO8.
Execute specialized clinical skills in selecting and administering therapeutic interventions, while formulating accurate prognoses for individual patients and populations.

PLO9.
Apply expertise in data collection, disease surveillance, outbreak control, and in promoting health, welfare, and preventive care in both individuals and populations.

PLO10.
Conduct independent, evidence-based research to generate innovative solutions and integrate interdisciplinary knowledge to advance the principles of One Health.

Responsibility

PLO11.
Advocate for the veterinary profession through civic engagement, community outreach, and active participation in organized veterinary medicine at local, national, and international levels, while upholding lifelong learning and ethical practice.

PLO12.
Employ a nuanced understanding of the human–animal bond and the societal roles of animals to make sound, ethically informed decisions.

Year 1

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Semester 2

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Semester 3

Semester 4

Year 3

Semester 5

Semester 6

Year 4

Semester 7

Semester 8

Year 5

Semester 9

Semester 10

ELECTIVES –  MINIMUM FOUR ELECTIVES (12 CREDITS/FOUR COURSES) TO BE Selected

To qualify for the award of the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, a student must satisfy the following criteria:

• Successful completion of 170 credits, required for the program.
• Attainment of Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.
• Successful completion and defence of the research project.
• Achievement of a minimum pass mark of 60% (Grade D) in each course.

Graduates of the DVM program will be equipped to serve in diverse veterinary and allied sectors, including:

• Small and Large Animal Clinical Practice
• Public Health and Food Safety Services
• Veterinary Research and Laboratory Diagnostics
• Livestock, Poultry, and Dairy Industries
• Wildlife, Zoo, and Aquatic Animal Health
• Veterinary Regulatory and Inspection Agencies
• Pharmaceutical and Feed Manufacturing Industries
• Academic and Training Institutions

Graduates will also be eligible to pursue veterinary licensure in the UAE and other jurisdictions as per respective regulatory requirements.