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Course summary
Gain the expertise to succeed in an animal-related career with our BSc Bioveterinary Sciences with Foundation degree.
This four-year programme includes a foundation year that leads directly into our three-year BSc Bioveterinary Sciences course.
The foundation year will provide you with the skills and knowledge you need to succeed at university. You’ll develop core skills in academic study, writing, mathematics, and research, as well as subject-specific skills in biology, ecology and sustainability.
During the three-year course, you'll then gain a solid grounding in biosciences and an understanding of animal function from molecular to whole-animal level. Your studies will cover:
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cell biology
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biochemistry
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physiology of body systems
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health, welfare, and behaviour sciences
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nutritional sciences.
For more information, please visit the course page: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/foundation-programmes-ug/bsc-bioveterinary-sciences-with-foundation
Modules
Modules may include:
- Mathematics Foundation
- Animal Behaviour, Welfare and Ethics
- Bioveterinary Science in Practice 1
- Veterinary Health and Disease
- Animal Anatomy, Physiology and Nutrition 2.
*Please note that all modules are subject to change. Check our website for more details about the course structure.
Apply by
14 January
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- D303
- Institution code:
- R12
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
- Points of Entry:
- Foundation
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
University of Reading has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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How to apply
Apply by
14 January
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- D303
- Institution code:
- R12
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Foundation
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - CCD - BBB
Students taking Science subjects at A Level are encouraged to consider entry to the BSc without Foundation option.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DMM
Students taking Science subjects are encouraged to consider entry to the BSc without Foundation option.
Access to HE Diploma - D: 0 credits M: 36 credits P: 9 credits
Students taking Science subjects are encouraged to consider entry to the BSc without Foundation option.
Scottish Higher - BBCCC - ABBBB
Students taking Science subjects are encouraged to consider entry to the BSc without Foundation option.
Extended Project - B
In recognition of the excellent preparation that the Extended Project Qualification provides to students for University study, we now include achievement in the EPQ as part of a formal offer. Eligible applicants would receive two offers, our usual offer plus an alternative offer of a B in the EPQ and one grade lower in their A level subjects
T Level - M
Minimum grade C in the Core Component.
GCSE English, Mathematics and Science at grade C.
Contextual admissions
Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.
We issue offers to best fit the different circumstances and experiences of our applicants. We take a tailored and holistic approach, considering extenuating circumstances on a case-by-case basis. We recognise that some students are more likely than others to face barriers to fulfilling their academic potential at school, through no fault of their own. More information on our supportive offer making approaches can be found at: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/what-offer-will-i-get
Historical entry grades data BETA
This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
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Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| EU | £23000 | Year 1 |
| International | £23000 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
For Home students: The University will charge undergraduate home tuition fees at the upper limit set by the UK Government for the relevant academic year. The University will increase tuition fees for Home Undergraduate Students at the start of each academic year, in line with this and the new fee will be communicated to you.
For EU and International students: The University will increase Tuition Fees for International Undergraduate and Integrated Foundation Year Programme Students at the start of each academic year (September). The new fee for each academic year of your Programme will be communicated to you
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