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Institutional development · Teaching, learning and curriculum · Chile

Universidad de Concepción launches four-semester master's in animal health at Chillán campus

Chile's Universidad de Concepción has announced a new master's degree from its Faculty of Veterinary Sciences, centred on animal and public health, pathogen biodiversity and animal production.

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Why it matters: Prospective postgraduate students in veterinary science gain a new four-semester master's option at the university's Campus Chillán.

Universidad de Concepción (UdeC) said its Faculty of Veterinary Sciences will offer a new master's programme, taught at its Campus Chillán.

According to the university, the programme will last four semesters.

The university said the degree aims to build skills for research and innovation in animal and public health, pathogen biodiversity and animal production.

Editor’s view

Sarah Williamson, Teaching, Digital and AI Editor

Students considering postgraduate veterinary study will find a four-semester master's at Campus Chillán, where they can train in research and innovation across animal and public health, pathogen biodiversity and animal production.

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