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Veterinary Nursing (Top-up)

  • BSc (Hons)
  • 2 Years
  • Distance learning (with some attendance)
  • 08/09/2025
  • Undergraduate
Preston Campus
Awarded by:
University of Lancashire
More about University Centre Myerscough

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Course summary

The course is delivered at University Centre Myerscough and awarded by the University of Central Lancashire. This innovative and dynamic course is a progression route from the FdSc Veterinary Nursing course and provides a unique opportunity to gain an Honours Degree in Veterinary Nursing and enhance your employability within the profession. The course focusses on the application of theory to professional practice and will facilitate both the personal and professional development of qualified registered Veterinary Nurses.

The course has been structured to provide a flexible opportunity to study through a combination of distance (online) learning and on-campus delivery (students are expected to attend weekend study days twice per semester). Students are also expected to have access to practice of at least 12 weeks annually for the duration of the course.

As a Myerscough Veterinary Nursing degree student, you will benefit from individualised support within a welcoming culture, ensuring that you follow in the footsteps of our previous students with their outstanding high achievements and excellent student satisfaction.

Modules

Year 1 - Critical Care Veterinary Nursing; Professional Practitioner Research Proposal; Veterinary Nursing Support of Pain Management
Year 2 - Veterinary Nursing of Life Limiting Conditions; Dissertation (double module)

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Preston Campus

Study options

  • BSc (Hons) • Distance learning (with some attendance) • 2 Years

Start dates

  • 08/09/2025

Apply by
29 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:
D312
Institution code:
M99
Campus name:
Preston Campus
Campus Code:
-
Points of Entry:
Year 1

University Centre Myerscough 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
29 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:
D312
Institution code:
M99
Campus name:
Preston Campus
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

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Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - Not accepted

A level - Not accepted

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - Not accepted

Access to HE Diploma - Not accepted

Scottish Higher - Not accepted

T Level - Not accepted

Applicants must have a Foundation Degree in Veterinary Nursing at a minimum of merit and have satisfied all of the RCVS requirements to enrol as a Registered Veterinary Nurse. Applicants must also produce evidence of successfully completing a research based module at level 5 to merit standard.

Applicants for whom English is a second language must be able to demonstrate proof of International English Language Testing System (IELTS) at level 7.0 or equivalent. The applicant must forward evidence of eligibility to the College prior to acceptance on the course.

Additional entry requirements

Interview
You may be required to attend an interview and will be contacted directly if this is the case.

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)7Applicants for whom English is a second language must be able to demonstrate proof of International English Language Testing System at level 7.0 or equivalent.

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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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
England£1250Module
Northern Ireland£1250Module
Scotland£1250Module
Wales£1250Module
Channel Islands£1250Module
EU£1250Module

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

Additional costs for items that are essential for the course include: accommodation during study periods at Myerscough College - the price for accommodation depends on where the student chooses to stay, the length of their stay, and how far in advance they book. Access to broadband internet and a computer.
Additional costs for opportunities and items that are optional for the course include: books - approximately £120. Students will be provided with a reading list for each module studied. The decision to purchase any books remains with the student, and no books are considered essential.

We are unable to offer Blended Learning courses to non EU students. Please contact the University Centre directly for more information.

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