BVSc Veterinary Science (D100)
2022 entry
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| UCAS code | D100 |
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| Application method |
UCAS
The closing date for Veterinary Science UCAS applications is 15 October. UCAS advises that no more than four choices from a possible five are used for Veterinary Science. |
| Course duration | 5 year(s) full-time |
| Tuition fees |
Fees quoted are for 2021 entry only. Fees for 2022 will be confirmed, subject to government approval, later in 2021.
Additional fees: Students should be aware that vacation extra mural studies (EMS) is a mandatory component of any UK veterinary curriculum. These may incur transport and accommodation costs. Further information on tuition fees, living costs and financial support. |
| Location of course | Clifton campus, Langford campus, Placements |
| Part-time study | Part-time study is not available on this course. |
About BVSc Veterinary Science
We are accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), reflecting our position as a world leader in teaching and student experience. Alongside our other accreditations, the AVMA accreditation means that graduates of this course will be able to practise veterinary medicine in multiple countries around the world. Visit the Vet School web page for terms and details.
Our modern curriculum introduces you to the integrated structure and function of healthy animals, and the mechanisms of disease and their clinical management. Themes running throughout the course instil the importance of professional skills, animal health and welfare, and veterinary public health. For the first three years you will be primarily based at the main university campus in Clifton but you will also spend time at the clinical campus in Langford. Years four and five are taught at the Langford campus, with an extended final clinical year.
Accredited by:
- The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)
- The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS)
- The European Association of Establishments for Veterinary Education (EAEVE)
- The Australasian Veterinary Boards Council (AVBC)
- The South African Veterinary Council (SAVC)
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See a list of all Veterinary Science degrees at Bristol, and find more information about the course, assessment and career prospects.
Course structure
Typical offer for BVSc Veterinary Science - applicants must meet one of the following
| A-level Standard offer |
AAA including Chemistry and one of Biology, Physics or Mathematics, or A*AB including Chemistry and one of Biology, Physics or Mathematics. Graduates are required to obtain a 2:1 in their degree and BBB at A-level, including Chemistry and one of Biology, Physics or Mathematics. |
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| A-level Contextual offer What is a contextual offer? | AAC including Chemistry and one of Biology, Physics or Mathematics, or A*BC including Chemistry and one of Biology, Physics or Mathematics |
| International Baccalaureate Diploma Standard offer |
36 points overall with 18 at Higher Level, including 6, 6 at Higher Level in Chemistry and one of Biology, Physics or Mathematics |
| International Baccalaureate Diploma Contextual offer What is a contextual offer? |
32 points overall with 16 at Higher Level, including 6, 5 (in any order) at Higher Level in Chemistry and one of Biology, Physics or Mathematics |
| Cambridge Pre-U offer | Requirements for principal subjects are as for A-level, where D1/ D2 is A*, D3 is A, M1/ M2 is B, and M3 is C. |
| Access to HE Diploma offer | Access to HE Diploma in Animal Management, Applied Science, Life Science, Medicine or Science. The 45 graded Level 3 credits must include:
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| BTEC offer | DDD in Applied Science or Animal Management, with Distinction in Science units, plus A in A-level Chemistry |
| Scottish Qualifications Authority offer | Advanced Higher: AA in Chemistry and one of Biology, Physics or Mathematics, and Standard Higher: AAAAB |
| Welsh Baccalaureate offer | Requirements are as for A-levels, where you can substitute a non-subject specific grade for the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate at that grade. |
| European Baccalaureate offer | 85% overall, with 8.5 in Chemistry and one of Biology, Physics or Mathematics |
| UK qualifications | Further information about UK qualifications |
| International qualifications | Accepted international qualifications |
Applicants must also meet these requirements
| GCSE profile requirements | Profile: Standard numeracy requirement (4 or C in GCSE Mathematics or equivalent) and Standard literacy requirement (4 or C in GCSE English or equivalent) Further information about GCSE requirements and profile levels. |
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| English language requirements | If English is not your first language, you need to meet this profile level: Profile B Further information about English language requirements and profile levels. |
| Additional requirements | Work experience is required; please see the Admissions Statement. |
How we assess your application
Admissions statements relate to 2021 entry and will be updated for 2022 entry in summer 2021.
Deferred entry
For this course deferred entry is: Welcomed
Selection process
UCAS or VMCAS application; supplementary form sent out after initial academic screening; interview
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Accreditation
This course is recognised by the following organisations:
The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) for the purpose of eligibility for registration as a veterinary surgeon with that body.
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