Anaesthesia, analgesia and intensive care of pets
Description of Postgraduate Degree Course
General Information
Level: Second-Level
Field of study: Agriculture and Veterinary
Duration: Duration: 2 year
Mode of Delivery: Ibrida
Location: Pisa
CFUs: 80
Admission application: Applications open until 30 September 2025
Start date: 15 December 2025
Italian
Italian
The postgraduate degree course offers advanced theoretical knowledge and practical skills in the fields of anaesthesia, analgesia, and intensive care of pets. The course will focus on three critical phases of patient management: preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative management.
In particular, the course will provide in-depth and up-to-date knowledge on the most advanced techniques in sedation and general anaesthesia, with a special focus on pain control methods through loco-regional anaesthesia techniques. Furthermore, the course will address the management of patients in the intensive care unit, including vascular access management, enteral and parenteral nutrition, and the haemodynamic and respiratory support of inpatients.
The course will also cover advanced patient monitoring techniques in anaesthesia, integrated with patient-specific anaesthetic approaches.
Career opportunities
Dogs, cats, and other non-traditional pets play a crucial role in society, often occupying an important place within the family unit. As a result, pet owners require care that meets appropriate and high-quality standards. Anaesthesia and intensive care are fundamental components of clinical practice for professionals working in veterinary facilities, and they are fields that require dedicated, specialised training.
Through adequate training, professionals will acquire the knowledge needed to effectively use anaesthesia and intensive care equipment, thereby minimising risks and enhancing procedural safety.
Fees
In person
Regular students:
5800 € payable in 3 instalments
- 2320 € no later than 17 November 2025
- 2400 € no later than 15 April 2026
- 1080 € no later than 15 June 2026
Registration fee reductions are available for 6 students as specified in the call for applications.
