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Foundation Degree in Science - FdSc
Pershore College
Full Time
SEP-25
3 Years
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Foundation Degree in Science - FdSc
Pershore College
Full Time
SEP-25
3 Years
Select a subject
This course is an excellent opportunity for students wishing to qualify as a RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) whilst studying a Level 5 higher education qualification accredited by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS). Your studies will therefore combine academic study and occupational competence. Students study a total of twelve modules over the normal three-year duration of the full-time course. Six modules are studied at each of Levels 4 and 5.Students must complete their veterinary nursing placement at an accredited veterinary training practice. If offered a place on the degree we will help you find a veterinary nursing placement.Each academic year includes an eleven week lecture programme, a four week revision and exam period along with a sixteen week placement block.During the final year of the programme, all students will be required to complete a work-related project linked to veterinary nursing. The RCVS student enrolment fee along with a student veterinary nursing uniform is included within the course fees.It is advised that students have an up-to-date Tetanus vaccination before the course commences.
This course is delivered by Warwickshire College and validated in partnership with Coventry University, and is regulated by the Office for Students (OfS).For our Higher Education Terms and Conditions please visit https://wcg.ac.uk/page/701/terms-and-conditions
Exam type
UCAS TariffUCAS Tariff:
80 Grades / Points required
This may be derived from a Level 3 qualification in a related subject such as Animal Management (you need to achieve at least MMP to be considered for the FdSc) or A Levels including one Science subject, ideally Biology.Entry requirements are for guidance only. We welcome students with equivalent qualifications and combinations. Please contact us to discuss further.
Students living in
England
£9,250 per year
Students from England
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£9,250 per year
Students from Scotland
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£9,250 per year
Students from Wales
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£9,250 per year
Students from Northern Ireland
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£11,950 per year
Students from EU
This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£11,950 per year
Students from International
£11950 Per year