BSc Veterinary Nursing and Companion Animal Behaviour 48 months Undergraduate Programme By University of Bristol |TopUniversities
Programme Duration

48 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

31,300 GBPTuition Fee/year

Starting Month

SepStarting Month

Programme overview

Main Subject

Veterinary Science

Degree

BSc

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

Ranked 1st in the UK (Animal Science and agriculture Guardian subject rankings 2026), this course is for those who are passionate about providing team-based healthcare, working in clinical settings, and promoting the physical and mental well-being of animals. Bristol's Veterinary Nursing and Companion Animal Behaviour course offers students the opportunity to combine practical nursing skills with in-depth knowledge of animal behaviour. By combining hands-on clinical practice with focused studies in comparative anatomy and physiology, animal psychology, and behaviour management, you'll develop the expertise needed to excel as a Veterinary Nurse and support evidence-based nursing practice.


This exciting degree provides a range of career options and allows graduates direct application to the RCVS Register of Veterinary Nurses. Whether you are interested in working as a veterinary nurse in general practice, would like to explore opportunities in the field of behaviour and welfare for animal charities or are keen to work in the commercial sector, this degree opens up a whole range of job opportunities upon graduation.


Dual campus experience with access to cutting-edge facilities


Your first two years are based predominantly within the vibrant cultural hub of Bristol city centre, where our pre-clinical facilities are situated at the UK's only School of Anatomy. You will also spend time at the nearby Bristol Veterinary School, located at our rural Langford campus, where you will be hands-on with animals and develop your practical veterinary nursing skills in a clinical setting.


Bristol Veterinary School is home to a range of extensive facilities including Langford Vets multidisciplinary small animal referral hospital, farm animal and small animal practices, a dairy farm and diagnostic labs, with an equine practice nearby. Within the curriculum, veterinary nursing students will have opportunities to learn about canines, felines, equines and a range of exotic species. Students can also enjoy the onsite cafe, gym, student social and study areas and abundant green spaces, alongside our much-celebrated welcoming and supportive community of staff and students.


Take a virtual tour of the Langford Campus


See further key information about our veterinary courses on the Bristol Veterinary School website.


Accreditations


Our Veterinary Nursing and Companion Animal Behaviour BSc is accredited by CCAB, RCVS and ABTC.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Veterinary Science

Degree

BSc

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

Ranked 1st in the UK (Animal Science and agriculture Guardian subject rankings 2026), this course is for those who are passionate about providing team-based healthcare, working in clinical settings, and promoting the physical and mental well-being of animals. Bristol's Veterinary Nursing and Companion Animal Behaviour course offers students the opportunity to combine practical nursing skills with in-depth knowledge of animal behaviour. By combining hands-on clinical practice with focused studies in comparative anatomy and physiology, animal psychology, and behaviour management, you'll develop the expertise needed to excel as a Veterinary Nurse and support evidence-based nursing practice.


This exciting degree provides a range of career options and allows graduates direct application to the RCVS Register of Veterinary Nurses. Whether you are interested in working as a veterinary nurse in general practice, would like to explore opportunities in the field of behaviour and welfare for animal charities or are keen to work in the commercial sector, this degree opens up a whole range of job opportunities upon graduation.


Dual campus experience with access to cutting-edge facilities


Your first two years are based predominantly within the vibrant cultural hub of Bristol city centre, where our pre-clinical facilities are situated at the UK's only School of Anatomy. You will also spend time at the nearby Bristol Veterinary School, located at our rural Langford campus, where you will be hands-on with animals and develop your practical veterinary nursing skills in a clinical setting.


Bristol Veterinary School is home to a range of extensive facilities including Langford Vets multidisciplinary small animal referral hospital, farm animal and small animal practices, a dairy farm and diagnostic labs, with an equine practice nearby. Within the curriculum, veterinary nursing students will have opportunities to learn about canines, felines, equines and a range of exotic species. Students can also enjoy the onsite cafe, gym, student social and study areas and abundant green spaces, alongside our much-celebrated welcoming and supportive community of staff and students.


Take a virtual tour of the Langford Campus


See further key information about our veterinary courses on the Bristol Veterinary School website.


Accreditations


Our Veterinary Nursing and Companion Animal Behaviour BSc is accredited by CCAB, RCVS and ABTC.

Admission Requirements

6.5+
67+
88+
176+
29+
Typical offer

A-level standard offer: BBC including B in Biology




GCSE profile requirements
Standard numeracy requirement (4 or C in GCSE Mathematics or equivalent) and Standard literacy requirement (4 or C in GCSE English or equivalent)




English language requirements

If English is not your first language, you need to have one of the following:
• IELTS 6.5 overall with 6.5 in all skills
• GCSE English Language grade C or 4
• an alternative qualification outlined in our Profile level C.

4 Years
Sep

Tuition fees

Domestic
9,790 GBP
International
31,300 GBP

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