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Higher Diploma in Animal Health and Production
University of Education, The Gambia · Brikama
About this programme
Focuses on veterinary assistance, livestock disease prevention, animal nutrition, and farm production management. Prepares graduates for roles in veterinary support services, livestock departments, and animal husbandry. Fills a critical gap in The Gambia's agricultural workforce.
Entry requirement
Entry requirement: at least 4 points.
Programme facts
| Qualification | Higher Diploma |
| Institution | University of Education, The Gambia |
| Faculty / school | School of Agriculture |
| Duration | 2 years |
| Location | Brikama (Main Campus) |
| Minimum points | 4 |
| Accreditation | NAQAA |
| Funding / sponsorship | Students' Revolving Loan Scheme (SRLS) — enacted 2025, MoHERST-administered; newly operational. |
Careers this programme leads to
Veterinary Assistant Technician Livestock Extension Officer Animal Health Technician Poultry Farm Supervisor Slaughterhouse Inspector Animal Feed Sales Representative Government Livestock Officer NGO Livestock Livelihoods Officer Dairy Farm Supervisor Animal Health Educator
Source
Published by https://gc.edu.gm/sed/2025/06/09/admissions/.
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