Veterinary Nursing Science (final year top-up) BSc (Hons)
- Level(s) of Study: Undergraduate
- UCAS Code(s): 53D1
- Start Date(s): September 2023
- Duration: One year (full-time), two years (part-time) – both delivered via blended learning
- Study Mode(s): Full-time / Part-time
- Campus: Brackenhurst Campus
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Entry Requirements:
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Introduction:
This course is designed to provide FdSc Veterinary Nursing graduates and experienced veterinary nurses the opportunity to develop their academic qualification to the level of an honours degree. You’ll be introduced to the concepts of critical thinking and reflection on the knowledge and experience you have gained in prior learning. You’ll study the effects of global disease on animal health and welfare, rehabilitation strategies, and anaesthetic techniques.
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You will have access to our purpose-built Veterinary Nursing Centre and Animal Unit on our stunning Brackenhurst Campus. -
The course is delivered via blended learning, with specific attendance days. -
Widen your career options in the veterinary sector with a further qualification and greater experience and understanding of the area. 92% of our Veterinary Nursing graduates are in a 'high skilled' role 15 months after finishing their degrees (of those who entered employment, latest Graduate Outcomes Survey 2020/21). -
You'll be taught by our Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) registered veterinary nurses and veterinary surgeons.
What you’ll study
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Careers and employability
This degree has been developed in consultation with our industry partners to develop skilled graduates for positions in referral practices and veterinary hospitals, as well as roles such as supervision of hospital wards and training of other nursing or support staff.
The course also opens up opportunities outside of veterinary practices, such as in research establishments, laboratories, universities, colleges, zoos, pharmaceutical companies, breeding and boarding establishments, pet food companies and rehabilitation centres.
Alternatively, you may wish to pursue a career overseas, where there is a growing demand for UK-qualified veterinary professionals in developing countries.
92% of our Veterinary Nursing graduates are in a 'high skilled' role 15 months after finishing their degrees
(of those who entered employment, latest Graduate Outcomes Survey 2020/21).
NTU Enterprise
You'll also have the opportunity to turn your ideas into a viable business with help from NTU Enterprise, NTU's purpose-built Centre for Entrepreneurship and Enterprise, a support centre to help students create, develop and grow their own businesses.
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How to apply
Ready to join us? Just click the Apply button at the top of the page and follow the instructions. You can apply for this course throughout the year.
For the full-time route you will need to apply via UCAS.
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Getting in touch
If you need any more help or information, please email our Admissions Team or call on +44 (0)115 848 4200.
You can apply for this course through UCAS. If you are not applying to any other UK universities, you can apply directly to us on our NTU applicant portal.
Please note this course is not open to students requiring a Tier 4 visa.
Application advice
Apply early so that you have enough time to prepare – processing times for Student visas can vary, for example. After you've applied, we'll be sending you important emails throughout the application process – so check your emails regularly, including your junk mail folder.
Writing your personal statement
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