Undergraduate

Degree pathways to a Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery (BVM&S), preparing students for a career as a veterinarian.

Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery (BVM&S)

We offer a five-year degree for students with high school qualifications, and a four-year Graduate Entry Programme for students with a relevant degree. Both pathways lead to a BVM&S. 

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Find out more about our five-year Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine & Surgery programme for students with high school qualifications.

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Find out more about our four-year Graduate Entry Programme for students with a relevant degree.

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Learn more about the process of applying to one of our undergraduate programmes.

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Discover opportunities to visit us at our Easter Bush Campus, including Open Days.

Find answers to the most frequently asked questions about applying to study Veterinary Medicine at the University of Edinburgh.

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Review information on tuition fees, funding and living costs.

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Review information on fitness to practise for all entrants to our veterinary degrees.

Discover information and resources on diversity in veterinary medicine.

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A video introduction to Veterinary Medicine at the University of Edinburgh.

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Download our prospective student guide and discover other media resources. 

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Chat to a current student about their experience.

Learn about the student experience on offer at Edinburgh.

Discover the world of employment opportunities available to BVM&S graduates.

Learn more about our campus-based Student Support Team and the types of support they offer our students during their studies.

Find out more about the clinical veterinary services based on our Easter Bush Campus.

Review information on the limited number of places available for undergraduate students of Veterinary Medicine studying elsewhere to see practice in our Hospital for Small Animals and Large Animal Hospitals.

Learn about BVetSci programmes available to veterinary students who have successfully completed the second year of their Veterinary Medicine/Science degree.

Undergraduate Admissions

The Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies

The University of Edinburgh

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