The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) offers a Diploma in Veterinary course for those interested in a career in veterinary science. The course is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become a successful veterinary practitioner. The course covers topics such as animal anatomy and physiology, animal nutrition and health, animal husbandry, veterinary medicine, and veterinary surgery. It also provides students with the opportunity to gain practical experience in the field through internships and field trips.

The duration of the course is two years and it is divided into four semesters. The course is offered in both English and Hindi mediums. The course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of veterinary science and its related areas. It also provides students with the opportunity to gain practical experience in the field through internships and field trips.

The course is open to all those who have passed 10+2 or its equivalent examination from a recognized board. The course is also open to those who have completed a Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Science or a related field. The course is also open to those who have completed a Diploma in Veterinary Science or a related field.

The course is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become a successful veterinary practitioner. The course covers topics such as animal anatomy and physiology, animal nutrition and health, animal husbandry, veterinary medicine, and veterinary surgery. It also provides students with the opportunity to gain practical experience in the field through internships and field trips.

Course	Duration	Fee	Mode of Study	University Type
Diploma in Veterinary	2 Years	INR 10,000	Distance Learning	Open University

Semester	Subject	Topic Covered
1st Semester	Veterinary Anatomy	Structure and Development of Domestic Animals, Anatomy of Skeletal System, Anatomy of Muscular System, Anatomy of Digestive System, Anatomy of Respiratory System, Anatomy of Cardiovascular System, Anatomy of Urogenital System, Anatomy of Nervous System, Anatomy of Endocrine System, Anatomy of Integumentary System, Anatomy of Eye and Ear.
2nd Semester	Veterinary Physiology	Physiology of Digestive System, Physiology of Respiratory System, Physiology of Cardiovascular System, Physiology of Urogenital System, Physiology of Nervous System, Physiology of Endocrine System, Physiology of Reproductive System, Physiology of Blood and Lymph, Physiology of Muscle and Skin.
3rd Semester	Veterinary Pharmacology	Introduction to Veterinary Pharmacology, Pharmacology of Autonomic Nervous System, Pharmacology of Central Nervous System, Pharmacology of Cardiovascular System, Pharmacology of Respiratory System, Pharmacology of Gastrointestinal System, Pharmacology of Endocrine System, Pharmacology of Urogenital System, Pharmacology of Blood and Lymph, Pharmacology of Skin and Muscles.
4th Semester	Veterinary Pathology	Pathology of Domestic Animals, Pathology of Skeletal System, Pathology of Muscular System, Pathology of Digestive System, Pathology of Respiratory System, Pathology of Cardiovascular System, Pathology of Urogenital System, Pathology of Nervous System, Pathology of Endocrine System, Pathology of Integumentary System, Pathology of Eye and Ear.
5th Semester	Veterinary Microbiology	Microbiology of Domestic Animals, Microbiology of Skeletal System, Microbiology of Muscular System, Microbiology of Digestive System, Microbiology of Respiratory System, Microbiology of Cardiovascular System, Microbiology of Urogenital System, Microbiology of Nervous System, Microbiology of Endocrine System, Microbiology of Integumentary System, Microbiology of Eye and Ear.
6th Semester	Veterinary Parasitology	Parasitology of Domestic Animals, Parasitology of Skeletal System, Parasitology of Muscular System, Parasitology of Digestive System, Parasitology of Respiratory System, Parasitology of Cardiovascular System, Parasitology of Urogenital System, Parasitology of Nervous System, Parasitology of Endocrine System, Parasitology of Integumentary System, Parasitology of Eye and Ear.

1. Veterinary Anatomy
2. Veterinary Physiology
3. Veterinary Biochemistry
4. Veterinary Pathology
5. Veterinary Microbiology
6. Veterinary Parasitology
7. Veterinary Pharmacology
8. Veterinary Surgery
9. Veterinary Medicine
10. Animal Nutrition
11. Livestock Production and Management
12. Veterinary Public Health
13. Veterinary Epidemiology
14. Veterinary Extension Education
15. Veterinary Genetics and Breeding
16. Veterinary Reproduction and Obstetrics
17. Veterinary Clinical Practice
18. Veterinary Clinical Pathology
19. Veterinary Immunology
20. Veterinary Radiology and Ultrasonography