University Centre Myerscough has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework.These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
Veterinary Nursing is a major specialism of Myerscough College. Students who successfully complete the Foundation Degree Veterinary Nursing are automatically accredited with the RCVS Veterinary Nursing Certificate – without the need to sit the RCVS exams. This means that Myerscough students progress directly onto the RCVS VN register, receiving their RVN certificate and badge at graduation. Please note that this course is not running in 2024 but applications for 2025 entry will be open on UCAS from 14th May 2024.
Modules
Year 1 - Form and Function; Applied Animal Health and Welfare; Veterinary Nursing In-patient Care; Personal, Professional Development and Employability Skills; Anatomy, Physiology and Preventative Healthcare; Veterinary Pharmacology Year 2 - Veterinary Nursing Placement Year 3 - Preparing for Professional Practice; Anaesthesia and Diagnostic Imaging; Medical and Critical Care Veterinary Nursing (1.5 module); Peri-operative Veterinary Nursing; Research Skills Project (1.5 module)
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- Veterinary Surgeons, Royal College of
How to apply
This course is not accepting applications from students requiring a Student visa. For more information, please contact the course provider.
25Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- D313
- Institution code:
- M99
- Campus name:
- Preston Campus
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
- Year 3
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 56 points
A level - CD
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MPP
Scottish Higher - CCD
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DM
Scottish Advanced Higher - CD
T Level - P - D*
5 GCSEs Including English Language, Maths and Science are required. Alternative equivalent Level 2 qualifications will also be considered. Applicants who believe they may be eligible for Accreditation of Prior Certificated and/or Experiential Learning (APCL/APEL) will be considered on an individual basis. If you have any queries in relation to entry qualifications, then please contact the University Centre directly.
Additional entry requirements
Interview
You may be required to attend an interview or applicant day. We will be contacted directly if this is the case.
Other
You are required to demonstrate both experience of working with animals and a sound appreciation of the role of a veterinary nurse by supplying evidence of a minimum of: • 10 days (70 hours) current work experience in one or more UK-based small animal veterinary practice(s) AND • 10 days (70 hours) current work experience in one or more non-clinical working environments with live animals. Examples include, but are not limited to: kennels / catteries / animal shelters / stables / pet shops / zoos etc. (Please note: non-clinical experience cannot include pet ownership). If you complete 20 days (140 hours) of work experience in one or more UK-based small animal veterinary practice(s), then the non-clinical work experience evidence will not be required. Important - We will require evidence of your work experience, stating hours and dates. This should be emailed from the practice manager/head nurse/manager directly to [email protected] as soon as you have completed your work experience.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 7 | Applicants for whom English is a second language must be able to demonstrate proof of International English Language Testing System at level 7.0 or equivalent. |
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| EU | £14500 | Year 1 |
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
| International | £14500 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
University Centre Myerscough
St Michael's Road
Bilsborrow
Preston
PR3 0RY