8Feb
Undergraduate This course is subject to validation. You can still apply for this course while it is being approved.
University Centre Myerscough has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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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. This course is subject to validation by the University of Central Lancashire and the RCVS.
Modules
Year 1 - Nursing Care 1; Animal Handling Husbandry and Behaviour; Interprofessional Skills; Nursing Care 2 Year 2 - Diagnostic Imaging; Care of the Surgical Patient Year 3 - Care of the Medical Patient; Preparing for Professional Regulation
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- Veterinary Surgeons, Royal College of
How to apply
29Jan
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 - 80 points
A level - BB - CCC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMP
Scottish Higher - BBB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DM
Scottish Advanced Higher - BC
T Level - P - D*
5 GCSEs at Grade C/Grade 4 or above 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 | £16500 | 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 | £16500 | 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
Additional costs for items that are essential for the course include:
RCVS Enrolment Fee in Year 1 – approximately £170 (subject to annual increases);
RCVS Registration fee in Years 2 and 3 – approximately £120 (subject to annual increases);
please follow link: http://www.rcvs.org.uk/document-library/vn-enrolment-form-and-guidance-notes/
Student Veterinary Nursing uniform – approximately £70 (for 2 x trousers and 2 x tunics);
accommodation during study periods at Myerscough College if choose to live in;
access to broadband internet and a computer.
Additional costs for opportunities and items that are optional for the course include:
books - approximately £120 (at least a core VN textbook and veterinary dictionary recommended);
Human First Aid Course (optional) – approximately £45;
nursing equipment (stethoscope etc) - up to £85 (how much is spent above or below this £85 mark is up to the student and additional items are available to order alongside uniforms).
Provider information
University Centre Myerscough
St Michael's Road
Bilsborrow
Preston
PR3 0RY