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UndergraduateFoundation Degree in ScienceUCAS: D310

Veterinary Nursing

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

Course Overview

Offered by University Centre Askham Bryan, the FdSc Veterinary Nursing provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in veterinary science. Based in York, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. Embark on a transformative journey with our Veterinary Nursing Foundation Degree program, meticulously designed to equip you with a broad spectrum of skills and real-world experience crucial for a career in veterinary nursing. This program stands out by offering you the flexibility to tailor your learning experience through elective options, supporting a personalised education path that aligns with your passions and career aspirations. This programme involves practical learning with an extensive requirement to spend a year in veterinary practice, an opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge. 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

Animal Anatomy and Physiology
Veterinary Pharmacology and Therapeutics
Small Animal Nursing Practice
Surgical Nursing and Instrument Care
Veterinary Clinical Skills and Procedures
Animal Welfare and Professional Ethics
Evidence-Based Veterinary Practice
Exotic and Equine Nursing Care
UCAS Code:D310
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

UCAS Points90

🗣️ 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 (3 years)£43,500

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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£750scholarship value
  • Available to all international students
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University Centre Askham Bryan · Undergraduate

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

University Centre Askham Bryan offers Veterinary Nursing as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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