This subject covers a fundamental introduction to veterinary anatomy using systemic, applied and comparative anatomy. It also covers basic veterinary physiology in correlation to the structure-function relationship of the various organ systems.

This subject covers a fundamental introduction to basic concept of animal nutrition and nutritive requirements of animals (aquatic and terrestrial). It also covers animals’ feed formulation as well as the feeding behaviors of the animals.

This subject covers an introduction to the husbandry, care and behavior of animals, with emphasis on domestic companion species. The fundamental principles and practical application will be elaborated in the sub-topics of handling and restraint, animal housing and environmental conditions, animal management with respect to behavior under different conditions, application of first aid and wound management, breed identification, and preventative health programs.

This subject covers the basic principles of surgery and anaesthesia management for animals and veterinary facility management. Topics will also include anaesthetic administration, monitoring and recovery of animal from anaesthesia, surgical and dental procedures, anaesthetic and surgical equipment and basic suturing skills.

This subject introduces students to diagnostic laboratory procedures, and covers the basic knowledge and technical skills to perform various tests used for the evaluation of health and disease.  It highlights the techniques of sample collection, as well as the importance of proper sample handling and preservation. The processes and principles used to evaluate organ function, including the liver, kidneys and pancreas will also be covered.

This subject covers basic general pathology principles, and the skills required for necropsy and histotechnology. This knowledge will be consolidated by studying various aspects of some of the common diseases found in domestic small and large animal species, including the aetiology, modes of transmission, clinical signs, diagnostic and treatment methods.

This subject covers a fundamental introduction in veterinary pharmacology and toxicology using systemic approaches. Clinical and research applications of the drugs will be discussed in relation to the drug effects and mechanisms of action. The mechanism of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics from different classes of clinical drugs will also be covered.

This subject covers an introduction to animal diseases of significance to veterinary and laboratory technicians. The subject will introduce students to pathogenic agents, their modes of action, and the observed symptoms.

This subject covers the basic concepts of managing the physical and human resource aspects of veterinary practices. Topics include management of veterinary facilities and human resources, client care and marketing. Students will be taught the skills necessary to perform various roles which include that of record keeper, receptionist, stock keeper, drug dispenser and animal nurse.

This subject covers knowledge and skills in the area of laboratory animal science and technology. Students will learn about the care and use of common laboratory rodents and animals for research; operation and maintenance of animal facility, animal biosafety levels; disease prevention and control as well as occupational health and safety.

This subject covers various aspects of aquatic care, health and diseases. Topics will include care and husbandry, health management and good practices, diseases, treatment, control and prevention of fish diseases. Various laboratory and diagnostic test used for identifying fish disease pathogens will also be covered.

This subject is designed to provide basic theoretical knowledge and laboratory techniques in molecular genetics and genomics. It covers foundational concepts and their applications in genetics, including heredity, the nature of deoxyribose nucleic acid (DNA), the central dogma of molecular biology and genomics. The subject also trains students to apply the technical skills required to isolate and analyze DNA, including computational bioinformatics tools for evaluating DNA sequences.