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Animal Care + Management
Veterinary Medicine & Surgery
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Veterinary Medicine & Surgery

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Degree (undergraduate)
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Starts Sept 2026 Full-time In person

Overview

Would you like to become a vet but don't have a science background? Open up the possibility of an exciting veterinary career with our gateway to veterinary medicine course. The foundation year to Veterinary Medicine and Surgery will give you the opportunity to progress to our 5 year BVMS and other BSc (Hons) programmes.

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Degree (undergraduate)

Veterinary Medicine & Surgery

This course is suitable for students from a wide range of backgrounds typically under-represented in veterinary medicine. Modules include science relevant to veterinary medicine, integrated bioveterinary sciences, and animal husbandry.

At a glance

  • This gateway course is perfect if you don't have a science background or the usual academic requirements. We offer a reduced entry tariff for those who’s life experiences may have resulted in academic challenges.
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