Excellence in teaching and research
Since its first intake of students in 1936, UQ’s School of Veterinary Science has been recognised for a sustained record of excellence in teaching and learning across the veterinary disciplines and the quality of its research.
We are ranked 35 in the 2025 QS World University Ranking in Veterinary Science and have international accreditation.
The School is based at a purpose-built site with first-rate facilities for teaching and research and access to horses, cattle, pigs and poultry.
Our veterinary hospitals include a Small Animal Hospital and an Equine Specialist Hospital on the Gatton campus. We also have a Production Animal Service providing ambulatory veterinary care from the Gatton campus with the capacity to provide in-patient care in discussion with the team. We have dedicated, high quality teaching and clinical staff, including those who have been recognised through nationally accredited awards.
Find out more about our strengths, values and relationships in the welcome message from our Head of School.
School Executive
- Head of School: Professor Nigel Perkins
- Deputy Head of School: Professor Rachel Allavena
- Director of Teaching and Learning: Professor Malcolm Jones
- Director of Research: Associate Professor Wendy Goodwin
- Director of Students and Admissions: Professor Joerg Henning
- Director of Higher Degree Research: Dr Gry Boe-Hansen
- Director of Engagement: Professor Bob Doneley
- Clinical Director of Veterinary Teaching Hospitals: Dr Donna Parker
- Academic Director of Veterinary Teaching Hospitals: Associate Professor Wendy Goodwin
- Director of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion: Associate Professor Daniel Schull
- Chair Gatton campus Biosecurity Advisory Committee and Level E representative: Professor Joanne Meers
- School Manager (Acting): Ms Julie Baglot
- Veterinary Teaching Hospitals Business Manager: Ms Anouska Gothard