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UndergraduateBachelor of Veterinary Medicine, Bachelor of Veterinary SurgeryUCAS: D190

Veterinary Medicine and Surgery including a Gateway Year

University of Nottingham
Nottingham, England
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6 yearsDuration
£41,800Per Year (Intl)
£35,500Avg. Graduate Salary
99%Satisfaction

Course Overview

The BVMBVS Veterinary Medicine and Surgery including a Gateway Year at University of Nottingham is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about advancing animal welfare. Based in Nottingham, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 6-year full-time structure. Our veterinary gateway year helps widen participation in veterinary medicine. You'll learn basic science in animal biology and chemistry, as well as animal behaviour and care. Teaching uses integrated modules that illustrate how these key areas work, giving you the required knowledge for progression. International tuition fees are £41,800 per year, home/UK fees are £9,535 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 £33,000 within three years, and 76% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Basic Animal Biology
Chemistry for Veterinary Science
Animal Behaviour and Welfare
Veterinary Practice and Professional Development
Animal Handling and Husbandry
Integrated Veterinary Sciences
Applied Anatomy and Physiology
Veterinary Industries and Career Pathways
UCAS Code:D190
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

A-Level

BBC

including grade B in Chemistry and Biology and grade C in a third subject (excluding General Studies and Critical Thinking) at A level. A pass is required in science practical tests, if assessed separately

International Baccalaureate

26 points

554 in 3 Higher Level IB certificates, with a 5 in HL Biology and 5 in HL Chemistry OR 26 points overall in the IB Diploma, with a 5 in HL Biology and 5 in HL Chemistry

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£41,800

per year

Total Course Cost (6 years)£250,800

Home Student Fee

£9,535

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 HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Nottingham

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£34,000£35,500£38,000
3 years£30,500£33,000£36,500
5 years£36,000£40,500£47,000

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
£33,000
UK average
£35,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ 16% above UK average salary
This course
£40,500
UK average
£35,000

Salary trend: ↑ up £7,500 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

70%Working
6%Studying
12%Work & Study
5%Seeking Work
73%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

Subject-level average

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

Teaching on my course
99%
Learning opportunities
95%
Assessment and feedback
82%
Academic support
98%
Organisation and management
93%
Learning resources
94%
Student voice
81%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
65%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Estimated Data

Source: Subject-level average for this provider

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About University of Nottingham

University of Nottingham offers Veterinary Medicine and Surgery including a Gateway Year as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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