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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: D311

Veterinary Nursing (top-up)

University Centre Askham Bryan
York, England
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1 yearDuration
£14,500Per Year (Intl)
£9,525Home Fee
96%Satisfaction

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in veterinary science with the BSc (Hons) Veterinary Nursing (top-up) at University Centre Askham Bryan. Based in York, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time structure. Elevate your veterinary nursing career to the next level with a BSc top-up programme, designed specifically for those who've laid a solid foundation with a Veterinary Nursing foundation degree. This can be your stepping stone to mastering the advanced clinical skills and knowledge required in the fast-evolving world of veterinary medicine. Imagine delving deeper into the realms of veterinary nursing, with modules that not only refine your clinical skills but also prepare you for leadership roles within this field. International tuition fees are £14,500 per year, home/UK fees are £9,525 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 70% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Advanced Clinical Veterinary Nursing
Veterinary Pharmacology and Therapeutics
Surgical Nursing and Anaesthesia
Diagnostic Imaging and Pathology
Professional Practice and Ethics
Leadership in Veterinary Healthcare
Research Methods and Evidence-Based Practice
Specialist Clinical Practicum
UCAS Code:D311
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£14,500

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£14,500

Home Student Fee

£9,525

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official LEO data (HMRC tax records)

💰 Graduate Salaries — University Centre Askham Bryan

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
3 years£20,500£22,000£23,500
5 years£22,500£26,500£28,500

UK subject average: £26,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average

This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▼ 15% below UK average salary
This course
£22,000
UK average
£26,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ Close to UK average salary
This course
£26,500
UK average
£26,000

Salary trend: ↑ up £4,500 from year 3 to year 5

Indicative Data

Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH05-01-02 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

40%Working
30%Studying
25%Work & Study
Indicative Data

Graduate employment outcomes are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH05-01-02 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

Student Satisfaction

Subject-level average

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

Teaching on my course
96%
Learning opportunities
94%
Assessment and feedback
95%
Academic support
99%
Organisation and management
76%
Learning resources
74%
Student voice
76%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
88%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Estimated Data

Source: Subject-level average for this provider

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£750scholarship value
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UCAB Bursary

University Centre Askham Bryan · Undergraduate

£750scholarship value
  • Available to all international students
  • Open to your course
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Hardship Fund

University Centre Askham Bryan · Undergraduate

£500scholarship value
  • Available to all international students
  • Open to your course
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About University Centre Askham Bryan

University Centre Askham Bryan offers Veterinary Nursing (top-up) as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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