Veterinary Science BVSc
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Offers study abroad opportunities
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Offers a Year in China
- Course length: 5 years
- UCAS code: D100
- Year of entry: 2019
- Typical offer: A-level : AAA / IB : 36 / BTEC : Edexcel Level 3 Extended Diploma in Animal Management with DDD overall plus an AS level grade B in Chemistry
Honours Select
×This programme offers Honours Select combinations.
Honours Select 100
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This programme is available through Honours Select as a Single Honours (100%).
Honours Select 75
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This programme is available through Honours Select as a Major (75%).
Honours Select 50
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This programme is available through Honours Select as a Joint Honours (50%).
Honours Select 25
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This programme is available through Honours Select as a Minor (25%).
Study abroad
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This programme offers study abroad opportunities.
Year in China
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This programme offers the opportunity to spend a Year in China.
Accredited
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This programme is accredited.
The degree of BVSc enables you to acquire the professional skills, knowledge and experience necessary to qualify as a veterinary surgeon.
The first three years of the BVSc programme integrate preclinical subjects with clinical skills and problem solving. The fourth and final years are clinical, and are based at the Leahurst campus.
UCAS choices
Candidates must select only four programmes for Veterinary Science. The remaining choice should be used for applications to other degree programmes. This will not prejudice your application.
Programme in detail
You will study the science of normal structure and function (cell biology, anatomy, physiology, genetics), how husbandry of individual animals and groups affects their health (nutrition, animal husbandry, animal behaviour), as well as the mechanisms and treatment of diseases (epidemiology, pharmacology, infectious diseases, pathology, parasitology and public health) in your first three years, alongside clinical and professional skills. You will also complete a research project. The clinical course includes 36 weeks of small group teaching (clinical rotations) in Years Four and Five, which are integrated with extra-mural studies (EMS). You have a choice of elective subjects, which are studied in greater depth. Currently 38 weeks of pre-clinical (husbandry), public health and clinical EMS are completed during the five-year programme. You receive special training in communication skills.
You may also undertake an intercalated degree, for example the BSc in Veterinary Conservation Medicine, and extend your programme.
Department Key Facts
Number of first year students
169 Year One undergraduates in 2017
UK league tables
• 3rd in the Guardian University Guide 2018
Graduate prospects
99% are employed or in further study within six months of graduating (DLHE 2015/16)
Why this subject?
Enjoy an innovative and exciting programme of study
We've developed our curriculum with the advice of consultants from several animal related industries, and introduce clinical skills and animal handling from the first term.
Gain early, practical experience in our farms, referral hospitals and first opinion practices
We’re distinct in the UK in that we have two farms, alongside three first-opinion practices and two referral hospitals on campus meaning you can get real experience of all aspects of veterinary practice: equine, large animal, and small animal. You’ll also benefit from our close associations with Chester Zoo.
Start your career with confidence
Your future prospects are strengthened through the Member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (MRCVS) recognition your programme offers you.
Enjoy both city and rural lifestyles
Your first three years are spent at the city centre campus enjoying all Liverpool has to offer. Your final two clinical years are spent at the Leahurst campus, on the beautiful Wirral peninsula.