Established in 1882, it is one of the oldest institution of veterinary sciences and microbiologyinAsia and one of the earliest institution founded by the Great Britaininindian subcontinent.[6] Since its inception, it maintained its reoccupation as one of the famous and renown institution Veterinary and animal sciences and conducts wide range of research in microbiology and development of human resources. It was also affiliated with University Of Agriculture, Faisalabad for some years and then become a distinct entity. The university offers undergraduate, post-graduate and doctoral programs in diverse fields of animals health, food irradiation, security and safety.[6] The university maintains its highest ranks and regarded as one of the top university in "agriculture/veterinary" category by the Higher Education Commission (Pakistan) (HEC), as of 2012.[3]
In June 2002, on the up gradation of the college of veterinary sciences to the status of the University, Punjab Government allotted about 1000 Acres at Pattoki for the establishment of the sub campus for the education and research work activities. This is named as University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences (Ravi Campus).
Aim/Vision/Objectives
To impart quality education with rich opportunities of Hands on Training & research.
Development of about 1000 acres of land taken over from Government of Punjab.
Preparation of land for cultivation of fodder for experimental animals
Production of fodder for University farms (Dairy & Small Ruminants)
Sowing of fodder cash crops etc. for income generation
Commercialization of research and expertise from the university also plays and generates significant economic growth and business opportunities in Pakistan, as many recommendation by university's think tanks are adopted by the government. The university's own program is focused towards building efforts on poverty reduction, prosperity, livestock production and building a generation of trained manpower in the country.
The following Postgraduate degree programs (M.Phil & Ph.D) are offered in different disciplines. The number of students has increased from 650 in 2003 to 4000 in 2011.
Livestock Production (Animal Breeding and Genetics)
Livestock Production (Livestock Management)
Dairy Technology
Pharmacology
Physiology
Anatomy and Histology
Wildlife and Ecology
Fisheries and Aquaculture
Molecular Biology and Biotechnology
Biochemistry
Bioinformatics
Zoology
Institute of Continuing Education and Extension[edit]
The Institute of Continuing Education and Extension that was established in July 2002 with the main objective to uplift the rural farming community and contribute to national economic development. To achieve the goal, the institute has been offering diploma/certificate courses and vocational educational programs in livestock, poultry, dairy, fisheries, wildlife, etc. The subject specialists of this institute are also providing extension services to farmers at their doorsteps. This institute has trained thousands of farmers, para-vets and veterinarians in different disciplines of livestock production and management.
