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Department of Veterinary Medicine

The Department of Veterinary Medicine at the Faculty of Agriculture in Novi Sad was founded in 2000 with the aim of educating modern, competent, and socially responsible doctors of veterinary medicine. Since its inception, the department has continuously developed education, scientific research, and professional practice, creating an environment where knowledge, science, and practice complement one another.

As a unique organizational unit, the Department integrates teaching, animal health care, laboratory diagnostics, scientific research, and continuous education of veterinary professionals. Special emphasis is placed on practical training and the development of professional skills, ensuring that students are ready for responsible and expert work in veterinary practice from their very first day after graduation.

Over more than two decades of operation, the Department has become an important center of education and science in the field of veterinary medicine. More than 2,000 students have attended veterinary medicine studies so far, while around 750 of them have earned the title of Doctor of Veterinary Medicine. More than 70 candidates have obtained their PhDs at the department and currently hold significant positions in veterinary practice, science, education, and institutions responsible for animal disease control and supervision.

2000
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establishment
41
employees
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laboratories
850
graduated students of all
levels of study

Department Activities

The Department features modern teaching and research facilities, including a veterinary clinic and numerous specialized laboratories for diagnostics, research, and practical student training. These laboratories enable the application of the latest methods in the fields of pathology, microbiology, animal reproduction, food hygiene of animal origin, infectious disease diagnostics, molecular research, and other areas of veterinary medicine.

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The study curriculum is fully aligned with European standards and European Union directives, including the standards of the European Association of Establishments for Veterinary Education (EAEVE). This ensures that students receive an education comparable to the highest European academic standards.

In addition to educational and scientific activities, the Department actively cooperates with numerous domestic and international institutions through scientific projects, professional conferences, and international cooperation programs, including projects funded by national ministries, as well as European Union programs such as Erasmus+, COST, and others.

The vision of the Department of Veterinary Medicine is to be a modern, internationally recognized educational and research center that contributes to the development of the veterinary profession, the improvement of animal health, and the protection of public health.

Members of the Department are very active in organizing scientific conferences, symposia, and seminars. Traditionally, our Department organizes an international conference titled “Antimicrobial Resistance – Current Status and Perspectives”.

Department Employees

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The teaching process is carried out by a team of over 70 teachers and associates, including prominent experts and members of relevant scientific and professional institutions. Of the total number of teachers and associates participating in the teaching and research process, 41 are employed at the Department of Veterinary Medicine. Teachers and researchers of the Department have published more than 3,000 scientific and professional papers, textbooks, and publications, thereby significantly contributing to the development of veterinary medicine.

Becoming a doctor of veterinary medicine is achieved through the mutual commitment of you students and us professors; let us walk together towards new trends and modern principles of veterinary practice, because the role of a doctor of veterinary medicine in society is invaluable.
Dr. Ivan Stančić, Full Professor, Head of the Department of Veterinary Medicine

Dr. Ivan Stančić

Director of the Department

Dr. Ljiljana Kuruca

Head of the Institute for Veterinary Medicine

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