Veterinary Medicine and Surgery BVMBVS with BVMedSci
University of Nottingham
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Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine, Bachelor of Veterinary Surgery - BVMBVS

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Sutton Bonington Campus

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Full Time

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Start date

SEP-25

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Duration

5 Years

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Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine, Bachelor of Veterinary Surgery - BVMBVS

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Sutton Bonington Campus

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Full Time

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SEP-25

Duration

5 Years

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Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine, Bachelor of Veterinary Surgery - BVMBVS

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University Park Campus.

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APR-26

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5 Years

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Youll learn theory and practical aspects of domestic, wild and exotic species, with clinical experience integrated throughout the course. Practicing with our Clinical Associates on your placement year ensures you learn a varied case-load of animals and treatments.Teaching is delivered through body system-based modules in years one and two, which integrate traditional medical subjects, such as anatomy and physiology. Topics are then repeated within a clinical module in year three or ...Read more

You'll learn theory and practical aspects of domestic, wild and exotic species, with clinical experience integrated throughout the course. Practicing with our Clinical Associates on your placement year ensures you learn a varied case-load of animals and treatments.

Teaching is delivered through body system-based modules in years one and two, which integrate traditional medical subjects, such as anatomy and physiology. Topics are then repeated within a clinical module in year three or four.


Uniquely, our courses have an integrated BVMedSci, saving you a year of study, tuition fees and living costs. This part of the course will help enhance your ability for continual learning and development in veterinary medicine through research.

Career overview:
Studying our veterinary course gives you all the knowledge and practical skills you'll need to become a registered veterinary professional. You will be prepared in all aspects of basic, applied and clinical veterinary science, with an ability for deductive thought, problem-solving and research.

Some of our graduates have gone to work for:

  • RSPCA
  • PDSA
  • Veterinary Anatomic Pathology at University of Nottingham
  • Oakham Veterinary Hospital Equine
  • The Royal Veterinary College (RVC)
  • Paragon Veterinary Group
  • Rainbow Equine Hospital
  • Highcroft Vet Referrals
  • Rood & Riddle
  • Bell Equine Veterinary Clinic
  • Pawsquad
  • Anvivets
  • Vets4Pets
  • YourVets

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30th
What students say
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Olivia
09 Apr 23

The staff are really supportive and accommodating, the facilities are top class and there is so much to do on and around campus!..Read more

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Victoria
09 Apr 23

Sutton Bonington campus feels safe and welcoming. Good study facilities and food. The gym could be improved as it feels small and much less modern than David Ross Sports Village...Read more

Modules

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Entry requirements

Exam type

A level

A level:

AAB Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

AABBB Grades / Points required

Scottish Advanced Higher:

AA Grades / Points required

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal:

D3,D3,M2 Grades / Points required

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal:

D3,D3,M2 Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

34 Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

32 Grades / Points required

Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015):

B Grades / Points required

including grade A in Chemistry and Biology and grade B in a third subject (excluding General Studies and Critical Thinking) at A level.A pass is required in science practical tests, if assessed separately

including Biology and Chemistry. This qualification is acceptable when combined with Advanced Higher grades AA in Biology and Chemistry.

in Biology and Chemistry. This qualification is acceptable when combined with Scottish Higher grades AABBB, to include Biology and Chemistry.

including grade D3 in Chemistry and Biology

including grade D3 in Chemistry and Biology and grade M2 in a third subject.

including 6 in Biology and Chemistry, and 5 in any third subject at Higher Level.

665 in 3 Higher Level IB certificates, with a 6 in HL Biology and 6 in HL Chemistry OR 32 points overall in the IB Diploma, with a 6 in HL Biology and 6 in HL Chemistry

This qualification is acceptable when combined with A level grades AA in Biology and Chemistry.

Tuition fees

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Domestic

£9,535 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Domestic

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Domestic. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,535 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from England

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This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£38,400 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from EU

This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£38,400 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from International

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Olivia
09 Apr 23
Veterinary Medicine/Surgery MVM/MVS
The staff are really supportive and accommodating, the facilities are top class and there is so much to do on and around campus!...
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Victoria
09 Apr 23
Veterinary Medicine and Surgery BVMBVS with BVMedSci
Sutton Bonington campus feels safe and welcoming. Good study facilities and food. The gym could be improved as it feels small and much less modern than David Ross Sports Village....
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University of Nottingham
Sutton Bonington Sutton Bonington Leicestershire LE12 5RD United Kingdom
Nearest train station: East Midlands Parkway  1.4 miles away
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