University of West of England Bristol

Course Details

FdSc Veterinary Nursing Science

Course Description

If you want to pursue a rewarding career as a Veterinary Nurse, this exciting vocationally-based foundation degree will give you the specialist veterinary nursing knowledge and skills essential for safe and effective practice, and will develop your skills of enquiry and reflection required for lifelong professional learning and development. Completion of this qualification will make you eligible to register with the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons and practice as a Veterinary Nurse. Students are able to widen their skill base, develop key contacts and gain valuable work experience with a compulsory 2,100 hour work-based placement in an approved RCVS training practice. This will allow you to gain and develop ‘day one’ clinical skills and develop competence and confidence in preparation for professional registration and practice.

Course Duration

NumberDuration
3year

Career outcomes

Our students have gone on to some fantastic careers in a wide range of industries and enjoyed some exceptional work placements all over the world, helping them open doors to their dream careers.

FdSc Veterinary Nursing Science University of West of England Bristol