The Postgraduate College

Veterinary Medicine / Veterinary Pathology

Overview

Degree awarded:

M.Phil

M.Phil/Ph.D

M.Sc

M.V.Sc

M.V.Sc.

Ph.D

Programmes:

Master of Veterinary Science (Clinical Pathology)

Master of Veterinary Science in Veterinary Pathology (Clinical Pathology)

Field of interest:

Anatomic Pathology

Clinical Pathology

Not Applicable

Poultry Pathology

Entry requirements:

General Regulations Governing Admission to Higher Degree Programmes

Candidates for admission to higher degree programmes shall normally be graduates of the University of Ibadan or other Universities/Institutions recognised by the Senate. Admission shall be made by the Postgraduate College on the recommendation of the appropriate Faculty Postgraduate Committee.
Candidates without any previous higher degrees in the relevant discipline may be admitted only to either the Degree of Master or the Professional Degree of Master.
Candidates with recognised “Research Higher” Degree in the relevant discipline may be admitted to the M.Phil or Ph.D. degree programmes as appropriate, on the recommendation of the appropriate Faculty Postgraduate Committee.
A candidate admitted to the degree of Master of University of Ibadan who obtained a weighted average mark of 55.0 – 59.9%, or a CGPA of between 4.0 and 4.9 may be offered provisional admission to the M.Phil./Ph.D programmes. Such candidates shall be assessed within three semesters of full time and four semesters of part time registration for the M.Phil/Ph.D to Ph.D conversion. This shall also apply to students who graduated from other universities

SPECIAL WAIVER FOR MATURED APPLICANTS

All University of Ibadan graduates should be admitted to Postgraduate programme with the ordinary level criteria existing at the time their first admission. Candidate who did not fulfill the requirements as at the time of their admission are not eligible for consideration.
Special consideration may be given to candidates, who obtained their first degree not less than 20 years from the time of seeking admission to any postgraduate programmes. Such candidates must have been found to possess special skills or abilities and professionally or academically engaged during the period of 20 years.

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Our Veterinary Pathology focuses on the study of diseases and their effects on animals' bodies. Pathologists play a critical role in diagnosing diseases, understanding their underlying causes, and contributing to the overall health and well-being of animals. Here is a general overview of the course content in Veterinary Pathology:

General Pathology:

Students study the basic principles of disease processes, including inflammation, tissue repair, and cell adaptation.

Systemic Pathology:

Courses cover the diseases affecting different organ systems, including cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal, and urinary systems.

Pathophysiology:

Students learn about the functional changes that occur in cells, tissues, and organs due to disease.

Cellular and Molecular Pathology:

Courses focus on the changes that occur at the cellular and molecular levels in response to disease, including genetic and molecular mechanisms.

Veterinary Clinical Pathology:

Students study the laboratory diagnosis of diseases using techniques such as blood analysis, cytology, and microbiology.

Anatomic Pathology:

Courses cover the examination of tissues and organs postmortem to diagnose diseases and determine their causes.

Diagnostic Techniques:

Students learn various diagnostic techniques, including histopathology, cytology, immunohistochemistry, and molecular diagnostics.

Neoplasia:

Courses focus on the study of tumors, including their classification, behavior, and effects on surrounding tissues.

Infectious Diseases:

Students study the pathology of infectious diseases caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites.

Toxicologic Pathology:

Courses cover the effects of toxins, chemicals, and drugs on animals' bodies and their contribution to disease.

Surgical Pathology:

Students learn to analyze biopsy specimens and surgical samples to diagnose diseases and guide treatment.

Autopsy Pathology:

Courses cover postmortem examinations to determine the cause of death and understand disease processes.

Veterinary Pathology in Public Health:

Students study diseases with zoonotic potential and their implications for both animal and human health.

Comparative Pathology:

Courses compare disease processes across different animal species, highlighting similarities and differences.

Forensic Pathology:

Students learn to investigate animal deaths for legal and regulatory purposes.

Few/Some of the Course Content

VAN 723	Quantitative Enzyme Assay
VAN 722	Histochemistry
VAN 721	Tissue Culture Techniques
VAN 720	Applied Electron Microscopy
VAN 718	Veterinary Neuroanatomy
VAN 711	Ruminant Anatomy
VAN 712	Advanced Cytology
VAN 713	Advanced Histology
VAN 714	Developmental Biology
VAN 715	Comparative Veterinary Anatomy
VAN 716	Avian Morphology
VAN 717	Comparative Vertebrate Morphology
EMS 727	Biostatistics
VAN 736	Project
VAN 735	Seminar
VAN 724	Research Methods in Anatomy
VAN 721	Tissue Culture Techniques
VAN 720	Applied Electron Microscopy
VAN 719	Clinical Anatomy

Entry Requirement

General Admission Requirements for Higher Degree

The basic qualification for admission to all Postgraduate Courses and Programmes is a first degree of the University of Ibadan or degree/Higher National Diploma of other recognized Institutions in the relevant discipline. Where qualifications are not strictly in the area of admission, remedial courses, which may lead to additional periods of studentship, may be prescribed.
In addition to individual Departmental requirements, applicants must satisfy the ‘O’ Level first degree matriculation requirements of the University of Ibadan i.e five ‘O’Level credit passes at ONE sitting or 6 ‘O’ level credits at TWO sittings including English Language and subject areas for ALL disciplines and Mathematics for ALL Science-based disciplines, Educational Management and Economics and at least a pass in Mathematics for other Social Science Courses OR Holder of NCE must have credit passes in WASC or credit or merit passes in TC II (obtained between 1967 and 1981) in English Language and four other relevant matriculation subjects.
Candidates for the degree of M.Phil and Ph.D. are admitted in the first instance to the Degree of Master Programme. However, candidates who, in addition to a good first degree, and already holding acceptable postgraduate degrees, may be considered for direct admission to the M.Phil and Ph.D. Programmes.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ADMISSION REQUIREMENT

Candidate with recognized first degree or higher degree assessed to be at least equal or equivalent to the degree of Bachelor or Master of the University of Ibadan and as recognized by the University senate may be admitted to the Masters , M.Phil, M.Phil/Ph.D or Ph.D Programme on the recommendation of the appropriate Faculty Postgraduate Committee
All applicants for the Postgraduate Diploma, Degree of Masters and Professional Master are require to take Test of Proficiency in English Language. A. minimum score of 40 percent must be attained before applicants could be eligible to be shortlisted by the admitting Departments, Schools, or Institutes.

Facilities

Career Path

Graduates of Veterinary Pathology programs have specialized knowledge in the study of diseases and their impact on animals' health. They play a crucial role in diagnosing diseases, conducting research, and contributing to public health efforts. Here are some common career paths for Veterinary Pathology graduates:

Veterinary Pathologist:

Many graduates become veterinary pathologists, working in diagnostic laboratories, research institutions, and academia to diagnose diseases and conduct research.

Diagnostic Laboratory Specialist:

Graduates can work in veterinary diagnostic laboratories, performing postmortem examinations and analyzing tissue samples.

Research Scientist:

Some graduates engage in research projects focused on disease mechanisms, pathology of specific diseases, and diagnostic techniques.

Academia and Teaching:

Graduates can become educators, teaching pathology courses to veterinary students and conducting research in academic institutions.

Anatomic Pathologist:

Graduates can specialize in anatomic pathology, focusing on the study of tissues and organs to diagnose diseases.

Clinical Pathologist:

Some graduates specialize in clinical pathology, performing laboratory tests and analyzing samples to diagnose diseases.

Regulatory Agencies:

Graduates can work for government agencies responsible for disease surveillance, regulation, and control.

Pharmaceutical Industry:

Some graduates work in pharmaceutical companies, contributing pathologic expertise to the development and testing of veterinary drugs.

Veterinary Consultant:

Graduates can provide expertise in diagnostic pathology and disease diagnosis to veterinary practices and industry.

Wildlife Disease Specialist:

Some graduates work with wildlife conservation organizations, studying and managing diseases in wildlife populations.

Diagnostic Imaging Specialist:

Graduates can specialize in diagnostic imaging techniques such as radiography and ultrasound to aid in disease diagnosis.

Pathology Consultant in Food Safety:

Graduates can contribute to ensuring the safety of animal-derived food products by diagnosing diseases that affect livestock.

Veterinary Public Health Specialist:

Graduates can work on public health initiatives by studying diseases with zoonotic potential and their impact on human health.

Veterinary Writer or Educator:

Graduates can write articles, textbooks, and educational materials related to veterinary pathology and disease.

Forensic Pathologist:

Some graduates can specialize in forensic pathology, investigating animal deaths for legal and regulatory purposes.

Veterinary Pathology graduates play a critical role in diagnosing diseases, advancing scientific knowledge, and contributing to the health and welfare of animals. Their work contributes to effective disease diagnosis, treatment, and prevention measures that benefit both animals and humans.

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