
Veterinary Nursing FdSc
Course Overview - Veterinary Nursing FdSc
Why choose this course?
Veterinary Nurses have a key role within the multidisciplinary veterinary team in providing evidence-based nursing care for their patients. If you want to work with companion animals and their owners to improve their wellbeing, and would thrive in an environment that is challenging, varied but immensely rewarding, this is the course for you.
You will:
Apply theory to practice in our state of the art clinical suite, equipped with a range of veterinary equipment and training manikins
Develop your clinical skills in a veterinary training pra...
Why choose this course?<br/>Veterinary Nurses have a key role within the multidisciplinary veterinary team in providing evidence-based nursing care for their patients. If you want to work with companion animals and their owners to improve their wellbeing, and would thrive in an environment that is challenging, varied but immensely rewarding, this is the course for you.<br/><br/>You will:<br/>Apply theory to practice in our state of the art clinical suite, equipped with a range of veterinary equipment and training manikins<br/>Develop your clinical skills in a veterinary training practice<br/>Be mentored in practice by a Clinical Coach during your 16-week placement blocks and be supported by a Clinical Placement Support Tutor from the University Veterinary Nursing Team.<br/>Become a Registered Veterinary Nurse in line with the RCVS, a recognised and respected profession<br/>Gain knowledge and skills to pursue advanced certifications and specialities in the field<br/>Learn from experienced veterinary nurses with industry connections, who will guide you with your studies to ensure that you achieve your professional and personal goals <br/><br/>Key Course Features: <br/>This course adopts modern, interactive teaching styles, including workshops, case-based learning, and multimedia resources to ensure lectures are engaging and practical<br/>This course offers regular guest lecturers from within the profession, alongside interdisciplinary collaborations with other human healthcare professionals<br/>On programme completion, you will be eligible to apply for registration with the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS), enter onto the register of veterinary nurses and use the post nominals RVN<br/>Small collaborative learning community with staff and students<br/>This course is fully accredited by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS)
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Northop
Application Details
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Codes/info
Course Code
FDVN
Institution Code
G53
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
48
72
Our general entry requirement for a foundation degree is 48-72 UCAS tariff points but all applications are considered individually and we consider work experience, vocational training/qualifications as well as motivation and potential to succeed. The programme welcomes applications from anyone who can demonstrate a commitment to the subject and the potential to complete their chosen programme successfully. This can be established by showing appropriate academic achievements or by demonstrating that they possess the knowledge and ability equivalent to the academic qualifications.
Scottish Higher
48-72 UCAS Tariff points
Access to HE Diploma
48-72 UCAS Tariff points
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
48-72 UCAS Tariff points from International Baccalaureate Certificates
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
48-72 UCAS Tariff points
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
AS
Accepted alongside A-Levels as part of overall 48-72 UCAS Tariff requirement.
Scottish Advanced Higher
48-72 UCAS Tariff points
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
48-72 UCAS Tariff points
Extended Project
Accepted as part of overall 48-72 UCAS Tariff requirement.
Leaving Certificate - Ordinary Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
Accepted alongside Irish Leaving Certificate Higher Level as part of overall 48-72 UCAS Tariff requirement.
A level
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
Accepted as part of overall 48-72 UCAS Tariff point requirement.
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Fees and funding
Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
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