Veterinary Medicine
University of GlasgowCourse Overview
Offered by University of Glasgow, the BVMS Veterinary Medicine provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in veterinary science. Based in Glasgow, Scotland, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 5-year full-time structure. As a vet you can contribute to society in a variety of ways. This can include serving the healthcare needs of mammals and birds raised for food, as well as acquiring an understanding of the structure and processes of relevant parts of the food industry, advocating for animal welfare, contributing to research, conservation, innovation and business. In addition, you will play a central role in the health of human and animal populations (companion, wildlife, laboratory and production) and their environments. Home/uk fees are £62,900 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a median graduate salary of £35,000 within three years, a 99% continuation rate, and 85% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | AAA Additional requirements: A-levels Chemistry and Biology. GCSE English at Grade B or 5. Practical experience. Interview. |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
Home Student Fee
£62,900
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees and funding Tuition fees How and when you pay tuition fees depends on where you’re from: see Tuition fees for details. +++ Additional costs: BVMS Students There are additional costs for students to consider once they embark on the 5-year veterinary programme (BVMS) at the University of Glasgow. Accommodation and Food If living away from home the UofG suggests £12,580 per year: Student life: Cost of living BVMS: 5 years = £62,900 Computer Laptop/computer: £300 - £500 BVMS Kit (£150 - £200) P
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Glasgow
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £33,500 | £34,000 | £37,000 |
| 3 years | £30,000 | £35,000 | £37,000 |
| 5 years | £37,000 | £41,500 | £46,500 |
UK subject average: £35,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↑ up £6,500 from year 3 to year 5
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
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