Veterinary Science BVSc
University of Bristol
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Bachelor of Veterinary Science - BVSc

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Bachelor of Veterinary Science - BVSc

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Course info

This course has a brand-new curriculum featuring cutting-edge, evidence-based teaching methods.These include: case-based learning (addressing real-life clinical scenarios); signposting lectures; authentic coursework; a flipped classroom approach; and built-in consolidation activities.You will also benefit from:- Opportunities to explore in-depth study and the Veterinary Schools cutting-edge research.- Getting hands-on with animals from the start of the curriculum, with a range of placements.- ...Read more

This course has a brand-new curriculum featuring cutting-edge, evidence-based teaching methods.These include: case-based learning (addressing real-life clinical scenarios); signposting lectures; authentic coursework; a flipped classroom approach; and built-in consolidation activities.You will also benefit from:- Opportunities to explore in-depth study and the Veterinary School's cutting-edge research.- Getting hands-on with animals from the start of the curriculum, with a range of placements.- Working alongside experts in their field.


Dual campus experience

Benefit from a dual campus experience with learning across both city and nearby rural campuses.The Clifton campus is situated in the vibrant cultural hub of Bristol city centre and makes use of the pre-clinical facilities at the UK's only School of Anatomy. There is also teaching at the nearby Bristol Veterinary School, located on our rural Langford campus.


Access to cutting-edge facilities

Bristol Veterinary School is home to a range of extensive facilities including:- Langford Vets multidisciplinary small animal referral hospital, farm animal and small animal practices - with an equine practice nearby- Purpose-built anatomy and post-mortem facilities- Diagnostic labs- Award-winning clinical skills lab- Dairy farm- Abattoir.You will benefit from an innovative curriculum and gain inspiration from world-leading researchers. Our celebrated team of clinical demonstrators will nurture you to develop essential practical skills.Students can enjoy the onsite cafe, gym, student barn and abundant green spaces, alongside our welcoming and supportive community of staff and students.Take a virtual tour of the Langford Campus: bristol.ac.uk/virtual-tour


Networking and global career opportunities

Our partner organisations ensure students have ample experience across a wide range of species, such as opportunities to work in equine hospitals, the charity sector and with exotic species.Graduates can pursue global career opportunities due to various accreditations, including the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA).Bristol Veterinary School holds accreditations from the following professional bodies:- The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)- The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS)- The European Association of Establishments for Veterinary Education (EAEVE)The RCVS have a mutual agreement with the Australasian Veterinary Boards Council (AVBC), the Veterinary Council of Ireland (VCI) and the South African Veterinary Council (SAVC).See further key information about our veterinary courses on the Bristol Veterinary School website: bristol.ac.uk/vet-school/study/undergraduate/key-information

Key stats

WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2024 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
86/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
6th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
16th
Veterinary Medicine and Dentistry
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 98 = 2% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
2%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
97%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Veterinary Medicine and Dentistry graduate salary at this uni
£30,000
UK Veterinary Medicine and Dentistry graduate salary
£30,000
What students say
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Amelie
05 Feb 25

The vet school are very involved and really want the best for us. They regularly make changes based on our experiences and comments . The curriculum is constantly developing and..Read more

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Zoe
05 Feb 25

Great location, great city. Very expensive..Read more

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Entry requirements

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A level

A level:

ABB - AAA Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

AAAAB Grades / Points required

Scottish Advanced Higher:

AA Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

D:30,M:15 Grades / Points required

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal:

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

32 - 36 Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

DDD Grades / Points required

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

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

Standard offer: AAA including Chemistry and one of Biology, Physics, Mathematics or Further Mathematics.Graduates are required to obtain a 2:1 in their degree and BBB at A-level, including Chemistry and one of Biology, Physics, Mathematics or Further Mathematics.Foundation degree in relevant subject (minimum 60%) and BBB at A level including Chemistry and one of Biology, Physics, Mathematics or Further Mathematics.Contextual offer: ABB including AB (in any order) in Chemistry and one of Biology, Physics, Mathematics or Further Mathematics.Please visit: bristol.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/entry-requirements-qualifications/contextual-offers/ for more information about contextual offers.

Standard Higher: AAAAB.

Advanced Higher: AA in Chemistry and one of Biology, Physics or Mathematics.

Access to HE Diploma in Science, Biomedical/ Medical/ Health Science or Psychology (or similar titles). The 45 graded Level 3 credits must include:at least 30 credits at Distinction and 15 at Merit or above; andat least 12 credits from Chemistry units; andat least 12 credits from one of Biology, Physics or Mathematics. One subject (Chemistry or the second science) must be achieved with 12 credits at Distinction, the other must be achieved with 9 out of the 12 credits at Distinction.Mature students can contact mature-students@bristol.ac.uk to check the suitability of their Access course.

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.

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.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.Please visit: bristol.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/entry-requirements-qualifications/contextual-offers/ for more information about contextual offers.

DDD in Applied Science BTEC National Level 3 Extended Diploma, with Distinctions in five specified Chemistry units.

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.

Popular A-level subjects

Veterinary Medicine and Dentistry

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Biology
99%
Chemistry
99%
Mathematics
63%
Physics
16%
Geography
13%
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Tuition fees

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England

£9,250 per year

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Students from England

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Scotland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Wales

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

£9,250 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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

£9,250 per year

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Students from Channel Islands

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£40,700 per year

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Students from EU

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

£40,700 per year

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Students from International

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£40700 Per year

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Latest reviews

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Amelie
05 Feb 25
Veterinary Science BVSc
The vet school are very involved and really want the best for us. They regularly make changes based on our experiences and comments . The curriculum is constantly developing and...
Read more
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Zoe
05 Feb 25
Veterinary Science BVSc
Great location, great city. Very expensive...
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Nearest train station: Clifton Down  0.2 miles away
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