There has been a boom in the veterinary and animal related industries within the last few years. The amount of money spent on animals has increased substantially, leading to developments in career opportunities working with animals. This challenging and exciting degree offers a blend of modules relating to the study of animal health, management and the treatment of diseases in equine, companion, production, laboratory and wild species. You will also consider an animal’s nutrition and breeding and see how modern technologies are being applied to the field of animal health. You will gain theoretical skills related to the study of animal health and disease, whilst gaining diverse experience of practical techniques and experience of handling a range of animal species. You will have access to an outstanding range of facilities, including; animal science laboratories, small animal collection, Home Farm with cows and sheep, large equestrian facilities and arena, and Equine Therapy Centre. The degree aims to equip you with the necessary skills needed to succeed in various fields associated with veterinary science, animal nutrition, animal health, breeding technologies, animal care and within the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. You will also be able to confidently progress onto postgraduate study and research within the veterinary and animal science fields.

You will be well prepared to work within science laboratories in a range of industries, while also being confident to progress on to postgraduate study and research within the Veterinary and Animal Science fields. Potential employment opportunities include nutrition research and feed management, reproductive and genetics research, animal health work, sales, research assistance and laboratory work or academia. Many students also choose to continue their studies by undertaking undergraduate veterinary medicine degrees.