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Veterinary Medicine and Surgery

  • Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery
  • 5 Years
  • Full-Time
  • 21 September 2027
  • Undergraduate
Harper and Keele Veterinary School
Awarded by:
Harper Adams University, Keele University
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Course options

2027-2028
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Course summary

Our five-year Veterinary Medicine and Surgery degree is a highly practical, clinically focused programme designed to prepare you for a career in modern veterinary practice.

You’ll develop a strong understanding of the key concepts in veterinary medicine, building your knowledge and clinical skills as you progress through the course.

Teaching is delivered by experienced educators including scientists, veterinary surgeons, and industry professionals. During the first three years of study, you will be supported by a team of Clinical Teaching Fellows, all current or recent veterinary practitioners who bring contemporary, real-world insights and perspectives.

You will experience authentic work placements on your clinical rotations with our network of vet practice partners and other related businesses. These help you to build your practical experience and develop a portfolio of professional clinical skills.

Throughout years four and five of the degree, you will be supported by Professional Preceptors, experienced veterinary professionals providing clinical coaching and mentorship as you prepare for practice.

This programme is accredited by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS).

Why choose this course?

  • Combined expertise and resources from Harper Adams University and Keele University.

  • Study in state-of-the-art veterinary education buildings located at each campus, and access facilities at both universities.

  • On campus farm and companion animal facilities at Harper Adams University.

  • Garden Vets, a 20,000 sq. ft. independent, primary care-led veterinary practice and teaching centre is co-located in the Vet School building at Keele University.

  • A highly practical and clinically focused programme from year one.

  • Ranked by students as No.1 in the UK for Veterinary Medicine in the National Student Survey 2025, the first NSS results for the School.

During your studies you will spend full days on either campus, mainly at your ‘host’ university with travel days to the other site focused on the need to access specialist facilities, this averages one day a week. A free shuttle bus runs between campuses, scheduled only for when HKVS students need to travel for timetabled classes.

Modules

Course Modules

The course structure and module details are indicative, they are intended to provide you with an idea of the range of subjects that are taught to our current students. The modules that will be available for you to study in future years can change as we regularly review our teaching to ensure that it is up-to-date and informed by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons accreditation standards, research and teaching methods, as well as student feedback.

https://www.harperkeelevetschool.ac.uk/study/432/veterinary-medicine-and-surgery/#section-560

Professional bodies

Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

  • Veterinary Surgeons, Royal College of

This course has restrictions on who can apply.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Harper and Keele Veterinary School

Study options

  • Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery • Full-Time • 5 Years

Start dates

  • 21 September 2027

Apply by
15 October 2026

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:
D100
Institution code:
H25
Campus name:
Harper and Keele Veterinary School
Points of Entry:
Year 1

How to apply

This course has restrictions on who can apply.

This course is not accepting applications from students requiring a Student visa. For more information, please contact the course provider.

Apply by
15 October 2026

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:
D100
Institution code:
H25
Campus name:
Harper and Keele Veterinary School

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Typical qualification requirements

A level
AAA

•Grade A in Biology or Chemistry
•A second science subject at grade A (including Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Psychology, Maths, Further Maths and Statistics)
•A third subject of your choice at grade A (excluding General Studies and Critical Thinking and a second maths subject if used as a science above)

T Level
Not accepted

UCAS Tariff
Not accepted

Scottish Higher
AABBB

•AA in Advanced Higher. To include Biology or Chemistry and a Second Science.
•AABBB minimum at Higher level, to include Biology and Chemistry.
•Minimum of AAAAA in National level 5, including Biology, Chemistry (or double science), Maths, English Language.

Access to HE Diploma
Distinction: 45

Pass with 45 level 3 credits at Distinction. Diplomas must be science based and include:
•A minimum of 15 level 3 credits in Biology or Chemistry
•An additional 15 level 3 credits in a second science subject

GCSE/National 4/National 5

All applicants must have a minimum of five GCSEs at grades at A/7 or above including:
•Science and Additional Science (or Biology and Chemistry)
With at least a grade B/6 in:
•English Language
•Mathematics
•Physics (if taken as a separate GCSE)

Scottish National 5s or Irish Junior Certificate qualifications are accepted as an alternative.

Scottish Advanced Higher
AA

•AA in Advanced Higher. To include Biology or Chemistry and a Second Science.
•AABBB minimum at Higher level, to include Biology and Chemistry.
•Minimum of AAAAA in National level 5, including Biology, Chemistry (or double science), Maths, English Language.

Pearson BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (QCF)
D*

Will be accepted in lieu of a 3rd A level. You will still require
*Two A levels at Grade A, including Biology or Chemistry
*Another science (which may include either of the above)

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Offer: 36

● 6,6,6 in three Higher Levels including 6 in Biology or Chemistry and 6 in one other of Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Further Maths or Physics
or
● 36 points including 6 in Higher Level Biology or Chemistry and 6 in one other of Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Further Maths, or Physics

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
D*D*D*

Animal Management with Science (1080 Guided Learning Hours) with at least a Distinction in the following units: ◦Animal Biology
◦Animal Health and Diseases
◦Advanced Animal Nutrition
◦Animal Breeding and Genetics

•Applied Science (1080 Guided Learning Hours) (all routes) with at least four from the following optional units: ◦Physiology of Human Body Systems
◦Human Regulation and Reproduction
◦Biological Molecules and Metabolic Pathways
◦Genetics and Genetic Engineering
◦Diseases and Infections
◦Applications of Inorganic Chemistry
◦Applications of Organic Chemistry

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
H2H2H2H2H2H2

•6 x H2
•To include Biology and Chemistry at H2 or higher
•Minimum of AAAAA or five Higher Merit grades in the Junior Cycle including Science, Maths and English.

Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)
A

We will accept the Welsh Baccalaureate if taken in lieu of a third A level.
You will still require:
Two A levels at Grade A, including Biology or Chemistry plus another science (which may include either of the above)

Graduates:
Those who already hold a degree will normally be required to have a minimum 2i in any honours degree plus minimum of BBB at A-level, including biology or chemistry; students with good degrees (1st or 2i) in an animal-related or bioscience discipline who do not meet the A-level requirements are welcome to apply and will be considered on a case-by-case basis alongside all other applicants. https://www.harperkeelevetschool.ac.uk/study/432/veterinary-medicine-and-surgery/

Additional entry requirements

Health Checks
All applicants who firmly accept the course will be required to complete a confidential occupational health form. It is important that we are aware of any additional support needs you may have prior to commencement of the course. This will allow us to have a confidential discussion with you about any adjustments that can be made and allow you and us to make an informed decision regarding your ability to meet the requirements of the course and of the RCVS Day One Competences.
Interview
All applicants who pass initial screening will be required to participate in a selection event. These will take place on campus at either Harper Adams or Keele University. No offer will be made for the course without participation at one of these events.
Other
Vocational Experience: In addition to your UCAS application, all applicants are required to complete a vocational experience form which will be available on the Harper & Keele Veterinary School website from September. This form must be submitted online by the deadline stated on the website and late forms will not be considered. The primary aim of gaining vocational experience prior to a vet school application is to ensure that candidates understand the varied and sometimes challenging nature of veterinary work and the commitment required to be a successful student and have a long and fulfilling career. This is best achieved by spending time with vets in practice and alongside others working with animals in a variety of settings. We do not stipulate a minimum number of weeks of work experience that have to be gained. What we are most interested in are the insights you gain from the vocational experience you have completed and your answers to the reflective questions. For suggested vocational experience please visit our website https://www.harperkeelevetschool.ac.uk/study/432/veterinary-medicine-and-surgery/#section-616

Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course 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

Per year tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, Channel Islands & Republic of Ireland£10050*

* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.

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

The tuition fee for UK Home students starting in 2027/28 is set by the UK Government and, subject to Parliamentary approval, will be £10,050.

International fees for 2027/28 entry have not yet been confirmed. We review all tuition fees annually and will update this page once they are finalised.

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