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UndergraduateBachelor of Veterinary ScienceUCAS: D105

Veterinary Science (Aberystwyth)

Royal Veterinary College, University of London
Aberystwyth, Wales
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5 yearsDuration
£47,960Per Year (Intl)
£36,000Avg. Graduate Salary
89%Satisfaction

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in veterinary science with the BVSc Veterinary Science (Aberystwyth) at Royal Veterinary College, University of London. Based in Aberystwyth, Wales, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 5-year full-time structure. 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. International tuition fees are £47,960 per year, home/UK fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 7.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 97% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £36,000 within three years, a 80% continuation rate, and 75% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Animal Anatomy and Physiology
Veterinary Biochemistry and Pathology
Farm Animal Husbandry and Health
Equine Management and Clinical Skills
Small Animal Biology and Care
Veterinary Pharmacology and Therapeutics
Professional Practice and Communication
Clinical Pathology and Diagnosis
UCAS Code:D105
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

A-Level

AAA

Biology at grade A; Chemistry at grade A; A third subject of your choice at grade A (excluding General Studies). We also require a 'pass' in the science practical for each subject, where taking the English curriculum. A* grades are not required and predictions for A* will not give advantage at selection or offer stage over applicants predicted A. There is no third subject which is preferred by selectors or gives any special advantage in the selection process. Science and non-science subjects are treated equally for the third subject. Contextual Offers: Offers of ABB (with an A in Biology or Chemistry) will be made to those meeting certain Widening Participation (WP) criteria. No separate application is required but care leavers should submit proof from the relevant local authority once they have applied.

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic76.56.56.56.5

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£47,960

per year

Total Course Cost (5 years)£239,800

Home Student Fee

£9,535

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

2026 fees stated; five-year full-time programme

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — Royal Veterinary College, University of London

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£34,000£36,000£38,000
3 years£32,000£36,000£39,500
5 years£33,000£42,500£50,000

UK subject average: £35,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average

This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation Close to UK average salary
This course
£36,000
UK average
£35,000
Salary 5 years after graduation 21% above UK average salary
This course
£42,500
UK average
£35,000

Salary trend: ↑ up £6,500 from year 3 to year 5

Official Data

Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH05-01-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

45%Working
30%Studying
10%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
55%Professional Jobs
Official Data

Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

Student Satisfaction

Course-level data

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
89%
Learning opportunities
79%
Assessment and feedback
56%
Academic support
83%
Organisation and management
57%
Learning resources
79%
Student voice
59%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
94%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Official Data

Source: This specific course at this provider

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About Royal Veterinary College, University of London

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