SCHOOL OF ANIMAL AND
VETERINARY SCIENCES
FACULTY OF SCIENCE
Locked Bag 588
Boorooma Street
Wagga Wagga NSW 2650
Tel: +61 2 6933 2019
Fax: +61 2 6933 2991
Email: vetselections@csu.edu.au
www.csu.edu.au/vet
ABN 83 878 708 55
BACHELOR OF VETERINARY
BIOLOGY / BACHELOR OF
VETERINARY SCIENCE
SUPPLEMENTARY APPLICATION
PACK
2016 ENROLMENT
Bachelor of Veterinary Biology/Bachelor of Veterinary Science
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Bachelor of Veterinary Biology/
Bachelor of Veterinary Science
CHECKLIST FOR ELIGIBILITY
If you are an INTERNATIONAL APPLICANT please go to the following link:
http://www.csu.edu.au/courses/undergraduate/veterinary_science/international-admissions
For all other applicants, due to the competitive nature of this course CSU strongly suggests that you go through this check
list before you consider filling out the application form.
To be eligible you MUST tick ALL boxes in
A
A or B:
You are a school leaver
or B
You are a current or previous university student
Have a UAC number, and added this course as
a preference
Have a UAC number (and added this course as a
preference), or a current CSU number
Have completed or will complete Year 12 within
the last 7 years, ie since 2009 for entry in 2016
Have completed a minimum of one year full time of a
bachelor degree (or higher) within the last 7 years, ie
last year of study in 2009 for entry in 2016
Have reached or are likely to reach an ATAR of
≥90, including the 5 point CSU Regional Bonus
where eligible (See
www.csu.edu.au/oncampus/getting-touni/regional-bonus for eligibility)
Have achieved or are likely to achieve the minimum
required Grade Point Average (GPA) for the years or
degree completed (See Admission Requirements for
details)
Supplementary applications open on 1 August and close on 27 September 2014. UAC applications open early August
and close 30 September 2014 (http://www.uac.edu.au/ ). Late applications will not be accepted.
C ALSO you MUST be able to tick MOST of the boxes below as a guide to what characteristics are expected for CSU
entry and to be competitive for a place in the Bachelor of Veterinary Biology/Bachelor of Veterinary Science.
Have gained a variety of animal production experiences, eg cattle, sheep, horses, goats, pig, poultry etc within the
past 7 years
Have gained veterinary clinic experience within the past 7 years, preferably rural or regional
Be able to provide references or proof of placement for all experiences
Have an understanding of unique ethical issues that confront veterinarians involved with rural practice
Have an understanding of unique practical issues that confront veterinarians involved with animal production
HIGHLY DESIRABLE
Highly desirable to have studied the Sciences and high level Mathematics for Year 12
Highly desirable to have studied a science based degree
D
AND MUST
Be able to attend an interview in Wagga Wagga within the four business day period commencing the
first Thursday in December.
Be able to commence the course next year (you cannot defer this course)
PLEASE NOTE: Supplementary Applications open on 1 August and are to be posted no later than 25 September 2015.
This closure date for the Supplementary Application is slightly different to the UAC closure date (please refer to
http://www.uac.edu.au for their opening and closing dates). Supplementary Application Packs which are postmarked after
25 September will not be accepted.
If you require clarification of your eligibility please email vetselections@csu.edu.au ensuring your full name and contact
phone/mobile number are included.
If you do not meet the above required criteria, perhaps our Bachelor of Animal Science, Bachelor of Equine Science or
Bachelor of Veterinary Technology may suit you better. Please see information on these courses at:
www.csu.edu.au/courses/animal-veterinary-sciences
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Eligibility Checklist
Bachelor of Veterinary Biology/
Bachelor of Veterinary Science
INSTRUCTIONS FOR APPLICANTS
Supplementary Application Packages are to be posted no later than Friday 25 September
2015 (Applications postmarked after this date will NOT be accepted).
1.
Who can use this form?

an Australian or New Zealand citizen

a permanent resident of Australia

a holder of an Australian permanent resident humanitarian visa.
If an International Applicant, please see: www.csu.edu.au/courses/undergraduate/veterinary_science
2.
To gain entry to the Bachelor of Veterinary Science/Bachelor of Veterinary Biology, applicants will be ranked on
the following selection criteria:

A high level of academic ability demonstrated through previous studies, especially in the Sciences and Mathematics.

A demonstrated interest in, and commitment to, rural communities, veterinary science and animal production.

An understanding of the unique ethical and practical issues that confront veterinarians involved with rural practice and
animal production.

The capacity to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
For more information visit: www.csu.edu.au/courses/undergraduate/veterinary_science
3.
These selection criteria should be demonstrated through the following three step process:
i.
Apply through UAC, including Bachelor of Veterinary Biology / Bachelor of Veterinary Science as one of your preferences.
Australian domestic and international UAC applicants need to apply through the NSW Universities Admission Centre
(UAC)
ii.
Complete and submit the Supplementary Application Form to the School of Animal & Veterinary Sciences in triplicate.
Applications must be postmarked before or on Friday 25 September 2015.
iii.
If selected, after assessment of your application form, attend an interview at Charles Sturt University in Wagga Wagga.
Interview does not guarantee entry into the course. Interviews are held over four business days commencing the first
Thursday in December and include 20 minutes reading time, 20 minutes face to face interview and a 30 minute numeracy
exercise. Two hour tours of the campus are also available. Applicants who are invited to attend interview will be required
to successfully complete an Australian Course Skills Framework (ACSF) accredited numeracy assessment as part of the
interview process.
Please note: If you have special circumstances and require a preference for day or time during this interview schedule,
please specify this requirement on Page 1 of the Supplementary Application Form.
Note for CSU Students:
 Current CSU students who WILL NOT complete the course they are enrolled in this year DO NOT apply through UAC.
 CSU students who will complete their degree this year or have completed their degree MUST apply through UAC.
 Current CSU students should make an appointment with the Admissions Officer, School of Animal and Veterinary
Sciences via email vetselections@csu.edu.au before completing the supplementary application form.
CREDITS
Credit eligibility will be considered for a limited number of subjects in the Bachelor of Veterinary Biology / Bachelor of Veterinary
Science and will not result in shortening of the degree. Under normal circumstances, credits will be considered for the following
subjects only: CHM102 Chemistry for Dental and Veterinary Sciences (prerequisite for VSC226); BCM210 Foundations &
Techniques in Biochemistry; ASC273 Animal Nutrition; ASC221 Animal Genetics. Credit eligibility will be conferred by the
Subject Coordinator.
It is your responsibility to make enquiries regarding your eligibility to receive Youth Allowance / Centrelink Payments, particularly
if you are applying for credits from prior study and/or are 25 years or older at time of application.
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Supplementary Application Pack
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GUIDE TO COMPLETING THE SUPPLEMENTARY APPLICATION FORM
The Supplementary Application Form provides information for different types of applicants including: school leavers, gap year
students, university students who have not yet completed their studies, people who have either completed or partially completed
undergraduate study, current CSU students and postgraduate students.

It is preferable that the application is completed electronically (please save a copy prior to commencing and use this copy),
print and then submit with the required documentation. If you choose to handwrite your application please ensure that
handwriting is neat and legible in black or blue pen.

It is important that all documentation that is requested in the application is included at the time of submission. Incomplete
applications may not be considered, and you will not be contacted in relation to any information missing from your application.

All copies of supporting information are to be submitted in flat A4 format.
- School reports/university transcripts as required (including grading key)
- A limit of ONE validation per experience
- Other relevant information – maximum of 5 pages.

DO NOT send original documents; they will not be returned to you.

DO NOT secure documentation with staples. Use paperclips or foldback clips.

DO NOT place the Supplementary Application Form in a folder, display book or plastic sleeve.

A sealed, stamped, self addressed envelope must be attached to the front of the application. This will be returned to you
EMPTY as proof of receipt of your application.

A single passport sized photo is required, attached with a paperclip or foldback clip to the front page of one copy of the
application. Please write your full name on the rear side of this photo.
SECTION 1: Personal Details (Page 1 of 5)
Complete your personal details and contact information. Email will be the method of communication to contact you as required
throughout the application process. Please ensure the email address you provide is current and will remain so throughout the
application process. Please also ensure that our email address (vetselections@csu.edu.au) is included in your list of contacts to
avoid our communication being sent to your ‘junk mail’.
SECTION 2: Academic Information – You should only complete one part in this section. (Page 2 of 5)
Complete Part A – if you are a current Year 12 student in Australia or completing an Australian Year 12 qualification overseas.
If completing Part A, you will also need to ask your school principal to complete the School Predicted Score Letter
(http://www.csu.edu.au/__data/assets/word_doc/0011/591266/CSU-BVBiolBVSC-School-predicted-score-letter-2016.docx
)
which is to be emailed directly back to CSU’s School of Animal and Veterinary Sciences. This information will be used for the
purpose of preliminary assessment.
Complete Part B – if you are not a current Year 12 student but have completed Year 12 or overseas equivalent within the last 7
years and have NOT studied at university.
Complete Part C – if you are studying at university this year and/or have studied at university within the last 7 years and will have
completed a minimum of one year FTE by the end of this year but have NOT completed a degree previously or this year. Ensure
that you provide results for the whole of your degree to this point in time.
Complete Part D – if you have gained university qualifications within the last 7 years at bachelor degree or higher or will gain
university qualifications in the current year.
SECTION 3: Animal Husbandry/Veterinary Experience (Page 3 of 5)
This section is your opportunity to demonstrate your interest in, and commitment to, rural communities, veterinary science and
animal production. This may include work experience in veterinary practices and other veterinary or animal production enterprises,
including family farm where you have gained experience relevant to your interest in the livestock industries and veterinary science.
Please note the listed experiences must have been completed within the past 7 years.
Please Note:

You should complete an entry for each experience you have had. You can list up to 12 experiences.

You should also attach documents (Validations, statements from employers, certificates etc) to support each experience to
the back of the Supplementary Application Form.

Be sure to include all applicable family farm experiences and validation by the family farm enterprise

Referees or enterprises cited in this section may be contacted as part of the selection process.
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SECTION 4: Issues Facing Animal Industries (Page 4 of 5)
Briefly discuss (in the space provided) the practical and philosophical aspects, expressing your opinion of the topic listed on the
form. Include references for any materials such as books, journals or websites you have used to research your topic.
SECTION 5: Letter to the Head, School of Animal & Veterinary Sciences, Charles Sturt University (Page 4 of 5)
Write a letter (in the space provided) addressed to the Head of the School of Animal and Veterinary Sciences. In your letter,
discuss why you believe you should be selected to enter the veterinary science program at Charles Sturt University. Include your
voluntary involvement in community and cultural activities as well as any leadership experiences you have gained. Do not exceed
the space provided.
DISCLOSURE FORM (Page 5 of 5)
Completion of the Disclosure form is a requirement of graduates who wish to become registered vets in Australia, New Zealand
or the United Kingdom by the Australian Veterinary Board Council Inc. Carefully read this disclosure before completing, signing
and returning with your Supplementary Application. Failure to return the Disclosure may jeopardise your application.
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CHECKLIST - COMPILATION OF APPLICATION
Have you:
Applied through UAC (with the exception of continuing CSU applicants), listing Bachelor of Veterinary Biology / Bachelor
of Veterinary Science as one of your preferences?
Provided a main and secondary email address in Section 1? Email will be the main method CSU’s School of Animal and
Veterinary Sciences will use for communication with you throughout the application process.
Completed the Supplementary Application Form, with full name and student number on each page, and included phone
number area codes and postcodes?
Written your full name, including your UAC or CSU Student Number on EACH page of the Supplementary Application
Form, including all pages of additional documentation?
Have you compiled the Supplementary Application form in the following order?
1. Your completed Supplementary Application Form (Pages 1 – 4)
2. Copies of your academic information, ie school reports and/or academic transcripts including the grading key.
3. Animal Husbandry/Veterinary experiences supporting documents in order as listed in Section 3 - A limit of ONE
validation per experience
4. Other supporting information – limit of a maximum of five pages
Made 2 copies of your compiled Supplementary Application Form (and attachments) in single sided A4 photocopies?
This is a total of 3 copies in all.
Used ONE paperclip or foldback clip (not staples) to secure each set of your Supplementary Application Forms?
Attached a passport sized photo of yourself to the front of your first Supplementary Application Form? Please ensure you
write your full name on the rear of this photo.
Completed and signed the Disclosure Form (Page 5)? Only one copy of this document is required.
Attached a sealed, stamped, self addressed envelope to the front of your application? The envelope will be returned to
you EMPTY as proof of receipt of your application at Charles Sturt University.
Placed the 3 copies of the unfolded Supplementary Application Forms and the Disclosure form in an A4 business size
envelope?
Applications must be postmarked on or before Friday 25 September, 2015
If you are a Year 12 student, have you requested your school principal to complete and send the Predicted Score Letter
directly to CSU? Please ensure that this is done before the end of term. Letters received after the holiday break are too
late for processing.
Failure to provide the required documentation as outlined above may jeopardise your application.
You will not be contacted in relation to any information missing from your application.
NOTE: Please do not contact CSU regarding UAC applications, go to: http://www.uac.edu.au
Supplementary Application Packs and enquiries regarding your application should be directed to:
Meredith Ferry
Veterinary Science Applications Officer
School of Animal and Veterinary Sciences
Charles Sturt University
Locked Bag 588
Wagga Wagga, NSW Australia 2678
E: vetselections@csu.edu.au
P: 02 6933 2019
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SUPPLEMENTARY APPLICATION FORM – 2016 ENROLMENT
Applications are to be posted no later than Friday 25 September 2015. Late applications will NOT
be accepted.

The form SHOULD be completed electronically, printed and then submitted with the required supporting documentation.
Save a copy of this form and complete the saved copy. Please do not handwrite.

Use the Tab key to navigate between fields.
UAC number
OR
CSU Student Number
International Applicant, please go to: www.csu.edu.au/courses/undergraduate/veterinary_science
(‘Email 1’ will be our main method of communication, please ensure it is current for the
duration of the application process including in 2016).
SECTION 1: PERSONAL DETAILS
Family Name
Given Name(s)
Gender
Date of Birth
Phone 1:
Phone 2:
Email 1:
Email 2:
Postal Address
Suburb/Town
State
PCode
State
PCode
Tick if home address is same as postal address
Home Address
Suburb/Town
English is my first language
Yes
No
I have special circumstances and would like to request the following interview date and/or time within your interview schedule
(Thur 3, Fri 4, Mon 7 and Tue 8 December 2015). As far as possible, we will try to accommodate this request.
Preferred date:
AM
PM
Reason for special request:
Post application on or before close of business 25 September 2015 to:
Date Received
Date Entered
Meredith Ferry
Veterinary Science Applications Officer
School of Animal and Veterinary Sciences
Charles Sturt University
Locked Bag 588
Wagga Wagga
NSW Australia 2678
Stamped Self Addressed Envelope Received
Passport Sized Photo Received
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 Yes
 Yes
 No
 No
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UAC OR CSU STUDENT NUMBER:
SECTION 2: COMPLETE ONE PART ONLY:
FULL NAME:
A
B
C
D
PART A – ACADEMIC INFORMATION
To be completed if you are a current Year 12 student
Name of School
Address of School
Suburb/Town
State
PCode
Attach copies of your two most recent school reports (and if applicable, any other HSC related results)
Ask your school to complete the School Predicted Score Letter and send it to CSU electronically
(http://www.csu.edu.au/__data/assets/word_doc/0011/591266/CSU-BVBiolBVSC-School-predicted-score-letter2016.docx )
PART B – ACADEMIC INFORMATION
To be completed if you are not a current Year 12 student but have completed Year 12 within the last 7 years and have
NOT studied at university.
Year completed
school
Name of School
Address of School
Suburb/Town
State
PCode
Attach copies of the following:
Your official Year 12 results
Your official ATAR/OP/IB/Other statement
PART C – ACADEMIC INFORMATION – PARTIALLY COMPLETED UNIVERSITY STUDIES
To be completed if are studying at university this year OR have studied at university within the last 7 years and NOT
completed a degree and will have completed a minimum of one year FTE by the end of this year.
Name of University
Course at University
Year commenced
Length of Course
Year completing
Attach copies of the following:
ALL university results, including this year’s results and your GPA (if known) and grading key
Your official Year 12 results
Your official ATAR/ENTER/TER/TEE/OP/IB/Other statement
PART D – ACADEMIC INFORMATION - COMPLETED UNIVERSITY STUDIES
To be completed if you have gained or will gain university qualifications in 2015 or within the last 7 years at bachelor
degree or higher
Year
Year
Degree
University
Commenced
Completed
Attach copies of your academic transcripts, including GPA (if known).
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UAC OR CSU STUDENT NUMBER:
FULL NAME:
SECTION 3: ANIMAL HUSBANDRY/VETERINARY EXPERIENCE
Please complete an entry below for each relevant experience listing the activities you performed. Include family farms, veterinary
practices and other veterinary or animal production enterprises where you have gained experience relevant to your interest in the
livestock industries and veterinary science. You must attach documents (validations, references, statements from employers,
certificates etc) to support each experience, including family enterprises, to the back of the Supplementary Application Form.
Experiences without validation, or completed more than 7 years ago will not be considered.
1. Name of Enterprise
Validation Attached
Type of Enterprise
Contact Name/Number
List the activities you performed:
Year/s (eg 2015, 2009-2015)
2.
Estimated Total Days
Name of Enterprise
Validation Attached
Type of Enterprise
Contact Name/Number
List activities you performed:
Year/s (eg 2015, 2009-2015)
3.
Estimated Total Days
Name of Enterprise
Validation Attached
Type of Enterprise
Contact Name/Number
List activities you performed:
Year/s (eg 2015, 2009-2015)
4.
Estimated Total Days
Name of Enterprise
Validation Attached
Type of Enterprise
Contact Name/Number
List activities you performed:
Year/s (eg 2015, 2009-2015)
5.
Estimated Total Days
Name of Enterprise
Validation Attached
Type of Enterprise
Contact Name/Number
List activities you performed:
Estimated Total Days
Year/s (eg 2015, 2009-2015)
6.
Name of Enterprise
Validation Attached
Type of Enterprise
Contact Name/Number
List activities you performed:
Year/s (eg 2015, 2009-2015)
Estimated Total Days
If you have more experiences please use Additional Section 3
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UAC OR CSU STUDENT NUMBER:
FULL NAME:
SECTION 4: ISSUES FACING AUSTRALIAN ANIMAL INDUSTRIES
In the space provided, discuss the practical and philosophical aspects of the topic below, expressing your opinion on the
issue:

Discuss the welfare implications of controlling feral animals with poison baits
SECTION 5: LETTER TO THE HEAD OF THE SCHOOL OF ANIMAL & VETERINARY SCIENCES
In the space provided, please write a letter to the Head of the School of Animal & Veterinary Sciences, discussing why you
believe you should be selected to enter the veterinary science program at CSU.
Dear Head, School of Animal & Veterinary Sciences
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SCHOOL OF ANIMAL AND
VETERINARY SCIENCES
FACULTY OF SCIENCE
Locked Bag 588
Wagga Wagga NSW 2650
Tel: +61 2 6933 2019
Fax: +61 2 6933 2019
Email: vetselections@csu.edu.au
www.csu.edu.au/vet
ABN 83 878 708 55
Disclosure Form Bachelor of Veterinary Biology/Bachelor of Veterinary Science
Please read the following document carefully before signing and returning to CSU
School of Animal & Veterinary Sciences
The Australian Veterinary Board Council Inc (AVBC) is the Australian body responsible for accrediting veterinary science
courses. Graduates from approved veterinary courses are considered eligible for registration as veterinarians in all states
of Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom. In order to meet these professional expectations, graduates must be
able to demonstrate their ability to perform various animal handling, manipulative, therapeutic and diagnostic techniques.
The Veterinary Surgeons Board may refuse to register a person not deemed fit to practice veterinary science by reason
of infirmity, injury, mental or physical illness, habitual drunkenness or addiction to a deleterious drug. In order to meet
and maintain accreditation standards with the AVBC, CSU is required to train and graduate students who are eligible to
be registered as veterinarians.
Skills expected of CSU Veterinary Science graduates are listed at
http://www.csu.edu.au/courses/undergraduate/veterinary_science/course-overview as The CSU Veterinary Graduate
Attributes, which are based on the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (United Kingdom) Essential Competences
Required of the New Veterinary Graduate: Day One Skills. Please pay particular attention to Aims 6 and 7 as they
pertain to performing acts of veterinary science. The veterinary science degree is a broad degree; it is a requirement that
graduates have the skills to practice veterinary medicine and surgery across all species of domestic and potentially
native and wild animals. All veterinary science students must demonstrate the ethical, physical and emotional capacity to
participate in the full curriculum and to achieve the level of competence required by the School in order to graduate and
be registrable as a veterinarian.
If you have a temporary or permanent medical condition or disability that may impact on your study in the veterinary
science degree, you should contact the Disability Liaison Officer at the Wagga Wagga campus (ph 02 6933 2987 or
email disability@csu.edu.au.) as soon as possible to make an appointment to discuss reasonable study adjustments.
Such conditions may include, but are not restricted to, learning disabilities, mental health problems, sensory and physical
disabilities, life threatening allergies, immunosuppressive conditions and pregnancy.
I have read the CSU Veterinary Science Graduate Attributes and I believe that I will be able to demonstrate the
required competences and skills of the Bachelor of Veterinary Science, for the completion of the course.
I declare that the information provided in my application for entry into the Bachelor of Veterinary Biology/Bachelor of
Veterinary Science is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge.
Name:
UAC/CSU Number:
Please print
Signed:
Date:
Include one completed and signed copy of this Disclosure Form with your application form.
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