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Veterinary Science: Accelerated Graduate Entry at University of Bristol - UCAS

University of Bristol

Degree level: Undergraduate
Awarded by: Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons

Veterinary Science: Accelerated Graduate Entry

Course summary

An accelerated, four-year veterinary degree for graduates with a relevant science degree. The qualification gained is equivalent to the North American Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) and the course is accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA). Taught using a distinctive student-led approach - setting it apart from other graduate entry courses in the UK. Access to edge-cutting facilities Taught primarily at Bristol Veterinary School (bristol.ac.uk/vet-school/) located at the Langford campus in North Somerset, a short bus ride from the vibrant cultural hub that is Bristol city centre. 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
  • An award-winning clinical skills lab
  • A dairy farm
  • An 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. Our partner organisations ensure students have ample experience across a wide range of species including, opportunities to work in equine hospitals, the charity sector and with exotic species. Students can enjoy the onsite café, 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 Global work opportunities Graduates of this programme will be able to work as a Veterinary Surgeon in the United Kingdom and several other countries. 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), which means graduates of Bristol Veterinary School's Veterinary Science programmes are also able to practise in Australia, New Zealand, Ireland and South Africa. See further key information about our veterinary courses on the Bristol Veterinary School website: bristol.ac.uk/vet-school/study/undergraduate/key-information

Professional bodies

Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

  • American Veterinary Medical Association
  • Veterinary Surgeons, Royal College of
  • European Association of Establishments for Veterinary Education

How to apply

This course is not accepting applications at this time. Please contact the provider to find out more.

Application codes

Course code:
D102
Institution code:
B78
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

International applicants

The University of Bristol welcomes applications from international students, and accepts a wide range of qualifications for undergraduate study. If you studied at a school, college or university outside the UK, please select the relevant page for further information on qualification equivalences, scholarships and details of our education representatives in your country/region: bristol.ac.uk/international/countries/

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

Undergraduate bachelors degree (first or 2:1 or equivalent) in a relevant science subject. The following degrees can be accepted from any UK University: Applied Anatomy; Biochemistry; Biology; Biomedical Science; Bioveterinary Science; Cancer Biology and Immunology; Cellular and Molecular Medicine; Chemistry; Medical Microbiology; Neuroscience; Pharmacology; Physiological Science; Veterinary Nursing and Bioveterinary Science; Veterinary Nursing and Companion Animal Behaviour; Virology and Immunology; and Zoology. Other science-related degree courses, including those achieved overseas, may also be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course

https://www.bristol.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/2025/vet-science/bvsc-veterinary-science-accelerated-graduate-entry/#entry-requirements

Additional entry requirements

Interview

Other

Supplementary form sent out after initial academic screening.


Student Outcomes

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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
99%
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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £9250 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 Year 1
Scotland £9250 Year 1
Wales £9250 Year 1
Channel Islands £9250 Year 1
EU £40700 Year 1
International £40700 Year 1

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Veterinary Science: Accelerated Graduate Entry at University of Bristol - UCAS