Program Overview

Bioveterinary Sciences (with Foundation Year), BSc (Hons)

Attendance

• Full-time

Campus

• Preston Campus

Start

• September 2025

Duration

• 3 years

UCAS Code

• D313

Delivery

• In-person

Why study with us

• This foundation bioveterinary degree will provide you with the knowledge, skills and confidence you need to progress on to the full BSc Bioveterinary Sciences programme.
• Learn from leading scientific and industry experts, including qualified clinicians and globally recognised researchers
• Our curriculum is interactive and practical, focusing on developing your technical skills as well as your core knowledge

What you'll do

• Our curriculum is interactive and practical, focusing on developing your technical skills as well as your core knowledge
• You will have access to specialist facilities like our bioveterinary anatomy space, which includes our virtual dissection Anatomage tables
• You will learn through a range of innovative methods including practical sessions, handling animal species, working in real laboratories, and conducting field work off-site

Modules

Foundation year

Compulsory modules

• Foundation Animal Welfare, Husbandry and Health
  • Module code: VM1000
• Foundation Global Applications of Bioveterinary Sciences
  • Module code: VM1001
• Foundation Bioveterinary Sciences and Research
  • Module code: VMC005
• Foundation Body Systems and Biology
  • Module code: VMC006

Year 1

Compulsory modules

• Structure and Function II
  • Module code: VM1002
• Disease and defence 1
  • Module code: VM1032
• Structure and function 1
  • Module code: VM1034
• Integrated Bioveterinary Sciences
  • Module code: VM1039

Year 2

Compulsory modules

• Disease and Defence 2
  • Module code: VM2010
• Animal behaviour, housing and husbandry
  • Module code: VM2012
• Research in Bioveterinary Sciences
  • Module code: VM2011
• Technical and Communication Skills
  • Module code: VM2016
• Animal welfare, ethics, and human-animal interactions
  • Module code: VM3001
• Research Project
  • Module code: VM3008
• Global Applications in Bioveterinary Sciences
  • Module code: VM3009

Entry requirements

• UCAS: 80 points at A2
• BTEC Extended Diploma: MMP
• BTEC Diploma: DM
• Pass Access Course: 80 UCAS points
• T Level: P (C+)
• IELTS: 6.0 with no component lower than 5.5
• Evidence of sustained academic achievement with broad study of Science and Maths up to 16
• GCSEs: 5 at grade C/4 including Maths & English Language or equivalent

Fees and funding

• UK: £9,535 for the first year
• International: £22,000 for the first year

Additional costs

• As part of your course there may be additional costs to consider that are not included in your tuition fees. Most of these will be optional, but some courses have essential additional costs.

Scholarships and bursaries

• We offer many scholarships, bursaries and funds to support you during your studies. Select your country or region to see if you are eligible and how to apply.

Frequently asked questions

What are bioveterinary sciences?

• Bioveterinary sciences encompass the biological and non-clinical veterinary sciences, focusing on animal biology and physiology. They also address broader aspects of animal science, including management, behaviour, ethics, and welfare. Bioveterinary sciences examine the practical and scientific considerations of managing animals under human care, incorporating a range of scientific and technical skills.

What happens after you complete the Bioveterinary Sciences foundation year?

• If you successfully pass your foundation year, you will have the opportunity to progress onto our 2-year accelerated BSc (Hons) Bioveterinary Sciences course. This allows you to gain a full honours degree in just 2 years rather than the traditional 3 years.

What can you do with a bioveterinary sciences degree?

• Our students graduate our two year accelerated Bioveterinary Sciences BSc (Hons) with a thorough understanding of the latest concepts of bioveterinary sciences which presents them with a broad range of exciting career choices when they graduate. Our graduates have gone on to a range of careers and further study including laboratory-based roles, postgraduate research degrees (MRes) and further study (e.g. graduate entry veterinary programmes). There is a wide range of excellent animal science careers available to bioveterinary science graduates.