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Bachelor of Veterinary Science - BVSc
Veterinary Science (Aberystwyth)
Royal Veterinary College, University of London
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Veterinary Science (Aberystwyth) course at Royal Veterinary College, University of London.
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UCAS Tariff
144
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Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Scotland | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Wales | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Northern Ireland | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Channel Islands | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| EU | £47,960 per year (provisional) |
| International | £47,960 per year (provisional) |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: D105
Here's what Royal Veterinary College, University of London says about its Veterinary Science (Aberystwyth) course.
This degree is being offered in partnership with Aberystwyth University and the first two years of study will take place at Aberystwyth. Applications must be made to, and will be processed by, the RVC. Interviews will be held in Aberystwyth.
This degree is designed to meet the growing needs for competent practitioners to work in rural mixed practice. Through this comprehensive course you will acquire an understanding of the basic biological principles of normal body function, the ability to distinguish the pathological from the normal, prevent disease and safely manage the processes of animal production. You will explore opportunities to further veterinary knowledge through research and develop the expertise to diagnose and treat disease, alleviate suffering and develop the professional skills you will need to work and communicate effectively in practice.
In the first two years, you will be based in the heart of Wales at Aberystwyth University, studying the biology underpinning veterinary sciences, acquiring basic farm animal, horse and companion animal handling and examination skills, and developing your communication, problem solving and team working skills. Aberystwyth University has a long history of animal health teaching and research and is committed to educational excellence. Welsh-speaking students will have the option of taking some parts of the course in Years 1 and 2 in Welsh.
From your third year you will be based at RVC’s Hawkshead campus where you will acquire advanced knowledge and practical skills in clinical science. You will experience clinical practice at the RVC as well as private veterinary practice. Additionally, in your fourth or fifth year you will return to Aberystwyth University for specialist clinical training for a short period.
Source: Royal Veterinary College, University of London
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Veterinary Science - BVSc
Department
Royal Veterinary College
Location
Aberystwyth University (Aber) | Aberystwyth
Duration
5 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Veterinary medicine
• Pre-clinical veterinary medicine
Start date
28 September 2026
Application deadline
15 October 2025
Royal Veterinary College, University of London student reviews
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2nd year student
Lots of opportunities to work and earn money around the degree. Staff also provide great advice for career prospects.
1 year ago
2nd year student
Plenty of people to talk to and areas for quiet study
1 year ago
2nd year student
From other students I hear the staff are really helpful. I have never used this yet.
1 year ago
2nd year student
CV advice Degree feedback
1 year ago
2nd year student
Could do with some updates in some areas but very minor. Lecter recording and screens work well. And uni is extremely comfortable for students to study.
1 year ago
2nd year student
Good layout and support Interesting lectures staff Assignments are managed and provided with adequate time frame
1 year ago
National Student Survey (NSS) scores at Royal Veterinary College, University of London
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
Here you can see ratings from Royal Veterinary College, University of London students who took the Veterinary Science (Aberystwyth) course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
89%
low
Teaching on my course
89%
low
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
83%
low
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
96%
low
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
84%
low
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
92%
low
Learning opportunities
86%
low
Learning opportunities
86%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
91%
low
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
91%
low
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
86%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
84%
low
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
77%
low
Assessment and feedback
68%
low
Assessment and feedback
68%
low
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
70%
low
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
76%
low
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
52%
low
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
88%
med
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
54%
low
Academic support
87%
low
Academic support
87%
low
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
86%
low
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
87%
low
Organisation and management
64%
low
Organisation and management
64%
low
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
64%
low
How well organised is your course?
65%
low
Learning resources
84%
low
Learning resources
84%
low
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
85%
low
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
86%
low
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
82%
low
Student voice
72%
low
Student voice
72%
low
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
56%
low
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
93%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
65%
low
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
70%
low
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
83%
low
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
81%
low
Healthcare and clinical practice placements
Healthcare and clinical practice placements
My contribution during placement(s) as part of the clinical team was valued.
64%
low
I was given opportunities to meet my required practice learning outcomes / competences.
77%
low
I was allocated placement(s) suitable for my course.
81%
med
I received sufficient preparatory information prior to my placement(s).
74%
low
I received appropriate supervision on placement(s).
82%
low
My practice supervisor(s) understood how my placement(s) related to the broader requirements of my course.
78%
low
Student information
The Veterinary Science (Aberystwyth) course at Royal Veterinary College, University of London features content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below to find out about the students taking courses in each of those subject areas at this uni.
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Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
Facts and figures about Royal Veterinary College, University of London graduates who took Veterinary Science (Aberystwyth) - or another course in the same subject area.
Graduate statistics
97%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
95%
In work, study or other activity
91%
Say it fits with future plans
100%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
97%
Veterinarians
Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from Royal Veterinary College, University of London graduates who took Veterinary Science (Aberystwyth) - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£33.9k
First year after graduation
£40.9k
Third year after graduation
£44.9k
Fifth year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Veterinary Science (Aberystwyth).
Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree
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