Diploma in Veterinary Mycology
A comprehensive introduction to fungal and fungal-like diseases across companion, production, equine, exotic and aquatic animals.
An overview of what you will study and build.
The Diploma in Veterinary Mycology provides a comprehensive introduction to fungal and fungal-like diseases across the full range of animals encountered in veterinary work. Students first survey fungal pathogens across species, then study companion animal mycoses, livestock and poultry diseases, and conditions of horses and exotic species. A dedicated module covers fungal and oomycete diseases of fish and other aquatic animals. Later modules address mycotoxicoses, veterinary diagnostic methods and the zoonotic diseases that link animal and human health.
Fungal disease in animals spans welfare, food production, conservation and public health, and veterinary teams increasingly need broad knowledge across species. This diploma suits veterinary professionals and animal health scientists seeking a structured specialisation. Tutors are veterinary mycologists and laboratory specialists. For the final project, students prepare a comparative review of one fungal disease across several animal species, covering epidemiology, diagnosis, prevention and any zoonotic or One Health implications.
8 modules, one growing line of knowledge.
Hover or tap a module to follow the path from the first session to the final project. Open a module to see the topics it covers.
- Pathogen groups and host range
- Environmental sources
- Species differences in susceptibility
- Dermatophytosis and Malassezia
- Aspergillosis in dogs and cats
- Cryptococcosis and sporotrichosis
- Ringworm in cattle
- Poultry aspergillosis
- Mycotic abortion and mastitis
- Equine fungal keratitis and guttural pouch disease
- Mycoses in birds and reptiles
- Exotic mammals
- Saprolegnia in fish
- Crayfish plague
- Amphibian chytridiomycosis in captivity
- Mycotoxins in feed
- Species-specific effects
- Prevention through feed management
- Sampling across species
- Cytology, culture and histopathology
- Molecular methods in veterinary laboratories
- Zoonotic fungal diseases
- Occupational risks
- One Health collaboration
Diploma in Veterinary Mycology
By the end you will be able to:
- Compare fungal pathogens and susceptibility across animal species.
- Describe the main mycoses of companion, production, equine and exotic animals.
- Recognise fungal and oomycete diseases of aquatic animals.
- Select appropriate veterinary sampling and diagnostic methods.
- Assess zoonotic risks and contribute to One Health responses.
Where this programme sits in the school.
Where this programme can take you.
Roles and uses that build on what you learn here. Outcomes depend on your experience and local market.
- Veterinary nurse or technician with mycology expertise
- Veterinary diagnostic laboratory scientist
- Aquaculture health officer
- Animal health adviser for livestock and poultry
- Zoo or wildlife centre health team member
- Technical adviser for veterinary diagnostics or feed companies
Requirements, assessment and certificate.
Admission requirements
Some background in veterinary science, animal health or biology is expected; an introductory course in veterinary mycology is helpful.
How you are assessed
Progress is assessed through participation in live sessions, case-based exercises in each module and a final project reviewed by the professor.
Final project
A comparative review of one fungal disease across several animal species, including diagnosis, prevention and One Health implications.
Certificate
Diploma Certificate
On completing the programme and its project, Fungaris issues a Diploma Certificate. Accreditations are assessed according to the training completed and the local regulations of each country.
How the programme grows, phase by phase.
- Fungal pathogens across animal species
- Companion animal mycoses
- Livestock and poultry mycoses
- Equine and exotic animal mycoses
- Fungal and oomycete diseases of aquatic animals
- Mycotoxicoses in animals
- Veterinary diagnostic methods
- Zoonoses and One Health
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Questions about this programme
Do I need experience to study Diploma in Veterinary Mycology?
Some background in veterinary science, animal health or biology is expected; an introductory course in veterinary mycology is helpful.
How is Diploma in Veterinary Mycology taught?
Live online, in 8 modules with a working professional, a small group and a final project.
How am I assessed?
Progress is assessed through participation in live sessions, case-based exercises in each module and a final project reviewed by the professor.
What is the final project?
A comparative review of one fungal disease across several animal species, including diagnosis, prevention and One Health implications.
What certificate do I get?
On completing the programme and its project, Fungaris issues a Diploma Certificate. Accreditations are assessed according to the training completed and the local regulations of each country.
What can I study after Diploma in Veterinary Mycology?
The natural next step is Master in Medical and Veterinary Mycology.
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