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Bioveterinary Sciences

BSc (Hons)
Duration
2 years
Start
September 2025
UCAS Code
D303
Delivery
In-person

Our Bioveterinary Science Degree will give you a strong understanding of the latest research and knowledge in animal and veterinary sciences today. You will become competent in core laboratory, field and computer-based technical skills.

Why study with us

  • Learn from leading scientific and industry experts, including qualified clinicians and globally recognised researchers.
  • You’ll save money on course fees and living expenses with our accelerated two-year course.
  • Our state-of-the-art facilities and specialist staff are here to support you in conducting your own (self-led) research as part of your final year research project.
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This programme has been awarded interim accreditation by the Royal Society of Biology.
This programme has been awarded interim accreditation by the Royal Society of Biology.

What you'll do

  • You will have access to specialist facilities like our bioveterinary anatomy space, which includes our virtual dissection Anatomage tables.
  • You will learn through a range of innovative methods including practical sessions, handling animal species, working in real laboratories, and conducting field work off-site.
  • You will develop professional and interpersonal skills, as well as subject specific knowledge, through our communication skills content.

Modules

Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of our published course information. However, our programmes are subject to ongoing review and development. Changing circumstances may cause alteration to, or the cancellation of, courses. Changes may be necessary to comply with the requirements of accrediting bodies or revisions to subject benchmarks statements. As well as to keep courses updated and contemporary, or as a result of student feedback. We reserve the right to make variations if we consider such action to be necessary or in the best interests of students.

Meet the team

Iain Richards
Senior Lecturer - Animal Life
Dr Heather Cameron-Whytock
Senior Lecturer in Animal and Veterinary Sciences
Gillian Marshall
Lecturer in Animal and Veterinary Science
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Rhiannon Wood
Veterinary Teaching Fellow
Dr Dey Tarusikirwa
Veterinary Clinical Lecturer in Applied Veterinary Sciences & Animal Husbandry
Leanne Stagg
Veterinary Clinical Lecturer
Laura Bamford
Lecturer in Animal and Veterinary Sciences
Natalie Harrison
Veterinary Education Lecturer
Dr Hettie Thomas
Senior Lecturer in Veterinary Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Medicine
Morven Webster
Lecturer in Veterinary Education
Claire Bloor
Senior Lecturer
Elizabeth Wilcox-Wood
Veterinary Lecturer Inter-professionalism and partnerships
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Karen Beech
Teaching Fellow
Dr Louise Dingley
Lecturer in Veterinary Primary Care Education and Leadership
Dr Nnamdi Okereke
Veterinary Lecturer in Applied Veterinary Sciences and Animal Husbandry
Dr Olukayode Daramola
Veterinary Lecturer
Dr Scott Watson
Veterinary Lecturer
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Hear from our students

The teachers we have are outstanding. Their own interests bring different outlooks on the veterinary world.
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Claudia Leeming-Price
BSc (Hons) Bioveterinary Sciences

Future careers in bioveterinary sciences

Our bioveterinary sciences degree equips you with vital laboratory, field and computer-based technical skills relevant to current industry, preparing you for a broad range of employment. Students can choose to progress straight into the workforce after graduation or onto further study, including postgraduate degrees such as MSc, MRes or PhD.  

Frequently asked questions

Entry requirements

We will consider your educational achievements, predicted grades, work experience and personal statement. If you don't meet the grades for your chosen course, we will consider you for other programmes.

We know that many factors can influence the grades you achieve in school or college. If your life experience has affected your academic studies, we can take this into account. Use the UCAS Points Calculator below to check whether you are eligible.

Unsure if you meet our entry requirements? Contact our friendly Course Enquiries team to talk through your options.

  • UCAS: 120 UCAS Tariff points
  • BBB at A2 including 2 in science subjects
  • BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM in Science or Animal Management
  • BTEC Diploma: D* D* in Science or Animal Management
  • Pass Access Course: 120 UCAS points in Science
  • International Baccalaureate Diploma: Pass including 120 points from Higher Level Subjects inc two Science
  • IELTS: 6.0 with no component lower than 5.5
  • GCSEs: 5 at grade C/4 including Maths and English

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Our courses with a foundation year could be exactly what you're looking for. They provide an alternative route to study for this degree.

Find out more about our courses with a foundation year.

Fees and funding

2025/26
UK
Full-time£11,440 per year
International
Full-time£26,250 per year

Scholarships and bursaries

We have a wide range of bursaries, scholarships and funds available to help support you whilst studying with us.

Select your country to see eligibility information and how to apply by selecting more info on the cards below.

Accreditations

Partner college

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This course is delivered by the School of Veterinary Medicine

For information on possible changes to course information, see our essential and important course information

You can find regulations and policies relating to student life at the University of Central Lancashire on our student contract page