The DVM degree from Guelph is recognized and respected by veterinarians throughout the world. In the first year of the DVM curriculum, students investigate normal form and function in courses in anatomy, physiology, neurosciences, animal behaviour and ethics. The second year relates to disease etiology and mechanisms, therapeutic agents, clinical investigations and population medicine. Third year studies include health management of agricultural and companion animals, surgery, therapeutics and diagnostics. The fourth year is composed of clinical rotations divided into Health Management, Large Animal and Small Animal blocks.
Students choose a number of internal and external electives.