Overview

The Veterinary Science programme at Aberystwyth University is an innovative degree delivered in collaboration with the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) to provide world-class clinical training. This unique partnership allows students to benefit from the combined expertise of two prestigious scientific and educational institutions. The curriculum is designed to support those interested in rural mixed practice and veterinary careers within the Welsh agricultural sector.

Why Veterinary Science at Aberystwyth University?

Students benefit from the long-standing history of Aberystwyth University in animal health research and agriculture, dating back to 1872. The programme provides access to extensive university farms, the Lluest Equine Centre, and specialised teaching facilities. By training at both the heart of Wales and the RVC’s Hawkshead Campus in Hertfordshire, students experience diverse clinical environments and world-leading research expertise.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: GBP 21875 per year
National fee: GBP 9535 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum is organised into integrated strands that progress from the study of healthy animals to the management of complex diseases. Modules may include:

Principles of Science
Cardiovascular and Respiratory
Urogenital
Alimentary System
Neurology and Special Senses
Lymphoreticular and Haematopoietic
Population Medicine and Veterinary Public Health
Principles of Veterinary Practice
Endocrinology

Careers with Veterinary Science

Graduates are prepared for registration with the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS), enabling them to practise as veterinary surgeons in the United Kingdom. The programme develops deep scientific knowledge applicable to clinical practice, biomedical research, and conservation medicine. Graduates are highly sought after for roles in government agencies, veterinary-related industries, and food security sectors, particularly within Welsh rural practices.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Alimentary, endocrine and urogenital systems
Animal Husbandry
Cardiovascular, Respiratory and Locomotor systems
Neurology, ophthalmology and special senses
Principles of Science
Professional Studies & Evidence Based Medicine

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-14 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

93

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

600 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Aberystwyth, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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93

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59

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

UCAS code: D105

Before you apply, you must have completed the minimum requirements:

A total of 70 hours (e.g. 10 full days) of work experience (paid or voluntary) in one or more veterinary practices

A total of 70 hours in one or more non-clinical working environments with live animals (excl. the home environment/family business/pet ownership), with at least 35 in large animal (excluding horse riding and horse ownership/family farm).

Additional requirements:

A Levels: AAA in three A Level subjects (Biology, Chemistry)
International Baccalaureate: 766 at Higher Level including: Biology, Chemistry
At least five GCSEs at grade A (7) including: AA in Science (Double Award)/7-7 in Combined Science or Biology and Chemistry or Science and Additional Science with at least a grade 6 (B) in: English Language or Welsh Language, with at least a grade 4 (C) in the second language if both were taken, Mathematics, Physics (if taken as a separate GCSE)

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

21875 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

9535 GBP / year

≈ 9535 GBP / year

Living costs

Aberystwyth

United Kingdom

700 - 1300 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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