Bioveterinary Sciences with Foundation

Gain the expertise to succeed in an animal-related career with our BSc Bioveterinary Sciences with Foundation degree.

This four-year programme includes a foundation year that leads directly into our three-year BSc Bioveterinary Sciences course.
The foundation year will provide you with the skills and knowledge you need to succeed at university. You’ll develop core skills in academic study, writing, mathematics, and research, as well as subject-specific skills in biology, ecology and sustainability.

You’ll gain a solid grounding in biosciences and an understanding of animal function from molecular to whole-animal level. Your studies will cover:
- cell biology

- biochemistry

- physiology of body systems

- health, welfare, and behaviour sciences

- nutritional sciences.

You will learn how to apply this knowledge in the management of animal health and welfare in a range of settings, including farms, zoos, and domestic households.
You’ll also gain vital transferable skills – including team-working, problem-solving, data-handling and statistical analysis skills – which are highly regarded and sought after by employers.

For more information, please visit the programme page: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/foundation-programmes-ug/bsc-bioveterinary-sciences-with-foundation