Overview

The Veterinary Nursing (Hons) with placement year from Ulster University will provide students with a deep and comprehensive understanding of animal health and welfare whilst developing proficiency in a wide range of nursing skills.

Ethical and professional conduct is emphasised throughout the veterinary nursing curriculum, preparing students to uphold the highest standards of integrity and professionalism in their practice.

This Programme is subject to successful validation by Ulster University and provisional accreditation by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons.

Career and Opportunities

Registered veterinary nurse

Animal feedstuff and healthcare industries

Academia

Pharmaceutical industry

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

110

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Coleraine, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Veterinary Medicine Nursing View 81 other Bachelors in Veterinary Medicine in United Kingdom

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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

Duolingo English Test

110

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

A level: BCC - Essential subject requirement: Biology or DA Life and Health Sciences.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Applied Science (RQF) – Award profile DMM.

Irish Leaving Certificate: 104 UCAS tariff points to include a minimum of five subjects (four of which must be at higher level) to include English and Maths at H6 if studied at Higher Level or O4 if studied at Ordinary Level. Essential subject requirement: Biology H3

International Baccalaureate: Overall profile minimum: 24 points to include 12 points at higher level to include at least 5 points in Biology. Higher or Subsidiary Level in English Language and Maths at Grade 4 or above required.

GCSE: For full-time study, you must satisfy the General Entrance Requirements for admission to a first-degree course and hold a GCSE pass at Grade C/4 or above in English Language and Mathematics.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

17010 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

4860 GBP / year

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Additional Details

England, Wales, Scotland and the Islands students fee - 9,535 per year

Living costs

Coleraine

United Kingdom

660 - 1140 GBP / month

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Funding

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