Studying veterinary medicine at university
Example course modules
- Animal health science
- Animal disease
- Animal husbandry, welfare and health
- Veterinary musculoskeletal systems
- Clinical management
- Animal health and handling
- Neurobiology and animal behaviour
- Public health, epidemiology and welfare
- Veterinary practical techniques
- Lymphoreticular cell biology
Teaching hours / week
Average for this subject
Average for all subjects
Average hours for this subject: 26 (Low 23 - High 32). Average hours for all subjects: 14.
The time you'll spend in lectures and seminars each week will vary from university to university, so use this as a guide.
Who studies this subject
What students say about veterinary medicine
What you need to get on a course
Subjects you need
A-levels (or equivalent) usually required
- Chemistry
- Biology
Useful to have
- Physics
- Mathematics
Application checklist
Here's a guide to what to expect from the application process - also check individual university entry requirements, as these may differ.
- January application
- October application
- Personal statement
- Portfolio
- Interview
- Entry test
- Work experience
- Audition
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Career prospects
Six months after graduating
- Health professionals
Longer term career paths
Jobs where this degree is useful
- Veterinary surgeon
- Veterinary investigation officer
- Research veterinarian
What employers like about this subject
Students taking a veterinary science or medicine degree can expect to learn skills in animal health and nutrition; the investigation, diagnosis and treatment of animal conditions; understanding of animal behaviour and the principles of animal welfare. You will also gain useful transferable skills such as good communication, problem-solving and decision-making skills. Most veterinary science graduates work in general practice, but they can also get jobs with a range of government directorates and inspectorates, with the Armed Forces and in natural sciences research for private companies or at universities.
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