Bachelor of Veterinary Science

at Royal Veterinary College

Throughout this comprehensive course we will help you acquire an understanding of the basic biological principles of normal body function and disease, and the ability to distinguish the pathological from the normal, to prevent disease and safely manage the processes of animal production. You will also explore opportunities to further veterinary knowledge through research, and develop the expertise to diagnose and treat disease and alleviate suffering along with the professional skills you need to work and communicate effectively in practice.

In the first two years, you will be based in the heart of Wales at Aberystwyth University, studying the biology underpinning veterinary sciences, acquiring basic farm animal, horse and companion animal handling and examination skills, and developing your communication, problem solving and team working skills. Aberystwyth University has a long history of animal health teaching and research and is committed to educational excellence.

In your third year you will be based at RVC’s Hawkshead Campus where you will acquire advanced knowledge and practical skills in clinical science necessary for you to participate fully in clinical practice at the RVC, collaborative practices, and in private veterinary practice in your fourth and fifth year. Additionally, in your fourth or fifth year you will return to Aberystwyth University for specialist clinical rotation training for limited time.

English language requirements
A good working knowledge of scientific English is essential in order to follow the course. All applicants must have an acceptable English Language qualification:

• IELTS (Academic) score of 7.0 or above with minimum 6.5 in each component

For those without IELTS, please see our English Language Requirements page for a full list of qualifications we will accept as alternatives.

Fees for International students - £38,600

These include mixed clinical practice, equine practices, farm/ livestock practices, veterinary research, veterinary public health and policy, pharmaceutical industry, food security and conservation medicine.

Additionally, having trained partially in Wales throughout the degree, graduates will be extremely well-suited to continuing their career in Welsh practices and other veterinary institutions and employers in Wales or rural practice.