Veterinary profession is mainly associated with the diagnosis, treatment, prevention and control of animal diseases including terrestrial and aquatic animals. The course focuses on basic and applied sciences, veterinary medicine and professional skills that the students need to be able to handle out the duties and responsibilities of safeguarding animal health, public health, the environment, and to be able to utilize effectively the means of communication in the pursuit of further knowledge and in information dissemination of such in both local and international settings.
Veterinarians treat the injuries and illnesses of pets and other animals with an assortment of medical equipment, including surgical tools and x-ray and ultrasound machines. They provide treatment services for animals that is similar to the treatment and care physicians provide to humans.