Veterinary Science: Accelerated Graduate Entry

University of Bristol
Undergraduate BVSc Full-time 4 Years Veterinary science

A-Level Entry

N/A

Avg. Graduate Salary

£34,000

About this course

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

    • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades N/A

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    3111 Laboratory technicians
    1211 Managers and proprietors in agriculture and horticulture
    2113 Biochemists and biomedical scientists
    2112 Biological scientists
    3240 Veterinary nurses
    1212 Managers and proprietors in forestry, fishing and related services

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    A-Levels

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    Avg. Salary

    £24,500

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Bachelor of Veterinary Science - BVSc
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    4 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Bristol
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Veterinary science
    Avg. Graduate Salary
    £34,000

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    University of Bristol

    Bristol

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