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Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery
- Preston, United Kingdom
- 5 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
Five-year Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery developed to meet RCVS requirements.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1.5 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Explain key concepts in Veterinary Medicine and Surgery. Apply subject knowledge to relevant academic or practical questions and communicate informed findings.
Career outcomes
- Potential pathways: Healthcare-related roles subject to professional licensing
- Clinical research
- Further specialist training. Some roles require additional qualifications or professional registration.
Curriculum
- Five-year degree: Veterinary Core 1 and 2
- Veterinary clinical integration
- Veterinary clinical consolidation and veterinary clinical application
- Combining science teaching with clinical practice. Study is full-time over 60 months at the Preston Campus.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Strong science qualifications (for MBBS
- Chemistry plus another science at A level or IB Higher Level)
- An interview for medicine and dentistry
- health and background checks
- English: IELTS 7.0 for MBBS
- BVMS and dentistry
- Standard undergraduate English for the other courses in this group.
Accepted academic background
Strong science qualifications (Chemistry plus another science for MBBS), National equivalent of A Levels/IB, Interview (online asynchronous MMI for international MBBS applicants), Background and health checks
Language tests
- IELTS 7.0
- TOEFL iBT 5.5
- PTE Academic 76
- Duolingo 130
- Cambridge 190
- Institutional test 50%
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Academic Qualification Certificates
How to apply
- Check the course entry requirements for your country
- The English requirement and the deadline (January 2027 starts: application by 2026-11-30). Apply through UCAS (institution code C30) or the university online application system. Provide academic transcripts
- English test evidence and a personal statement. Interview or audition only where the course page requires it. Accept the offer and pay the tuition deposit (2026-12-07 for January 2027). Receive your CAS and apply for the Student visa with proof of funds.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £39,500 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | _ |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Preston Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of Veterinary Medicine |
| Department | _ |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | _ |
| Post-study stay | 1.5 years |
| Scholarship note | Students may be considered for available scholarships or funding if they meet the relevant award criteria; availability and eligibility should be confirmed with the institution. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 5 years.
Tuition is £39,500 GBP per year. The estimated living cost is £10,683 GBP.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 7.0, TOEFL iBT 5.5, PTE Academic 76, Duolingo 130, Cambridge 190, Institutional test 50%.

