Surrey School of Veterinary Medicine

Overview
The University of Surrey will offer you a course with an emphasis on a practical hands-on approach to learning. This is accomplished through the utilisation of its state of the art animal handling teaching facility and its second to none partner networking scheme which connects you with a plethora industry links, real working animal environments and incredible placement opportunities which you will be free to make the most of. In addition, with its leading research facilities, Surrey pays particular attention to laboratory work, thus will teach you a superior level of laboratory based skills which will undoubtedly make you stand out from the crowd in the veterinary world, upon graduation.
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- Vast partner-network scheme
- Modern facilities
- High student satisfaction

FAQs
The Surrey School of Veterinary Medicine is a new veterinary school that is part of the University of Surrey. It was established in 2014 and is located in Guildford, Surrey, UK.
The Surrey School of Veterinary Medicine offers a Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine and Science (BVetMedSci) and a Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine (BVetMed) degree.
The admission requirements for the Surrey School of Veterinary Medicine vary depending on the degree program. Generally, applicants will need to have a strong academic background in science, including biology, chemistry, and physics. They will also need to meet the minimum entry requirements for the university.
The curriculum at the Surrey School of Veterinary Medicine is designed to provide a strong foundation in veterinary medicine and science, with a focus on clinical skills and practical experience. It includes a mix of classroom lectures, laboratory work, and clinical placements.
The Surrey School of Veterinary Medicine has state-of-the-art facilities including a Veterinary Clinical Skills Centre, a Diagnostic Imaging Suite, and a Veterinary Pathology Centre.
Graduates from the Surrey School of Veterinary Medicine have a range of career opportunities available to them, including working in private practice, research, government, and academia.
Yes, the Surrey School of Veterinary Medicine is a great choice for aspiring veterinarians. It has a strong academic reputation, state-of-the-art facilities, and a focus on practical experience and clinical skills. Graduates are well-prepared for successful careers in veterinary medicine and science.
About the university
Key Information | |
Website | https://www.surrey.ac.uk/school-veterinary-medicine |
[email protected] | |
Phone number | 01483 683882 |
Course Information | |
Teaching style | Traditional/Practical Surrey’s Veterinary Medicine course follows the traditional route meaning the first 3 years are non-clinical consisting mostly of animal handling training, lab training and theory. Only in years 4 and 5 will you begin your clinical work. However, throughout the first 3 years you will be taught mostly in a practical manner that will take full advantage of their research facilities and their vast partner networking scheme giving you the opportunity to learn practically in realistic working animal environments. |
Course length | 5 years |
Courses offered | 1 course offered Undergraduate and graduate entry. |
Graduate entry | Yes |
Foundation or access | Yes Surrey Veterinary School is involved in a widening participation scheme which offers bursaries for students from poorer backgrounds as well as contextual offers for lower grades which will take difficult personal circumstances into consideration. Contact Surrey Veterinary School to see if you are eligible. |
University Life | |
Local area | Guildford The veterinary medicine course is located on one of the two campuses which are approximately 5 minutes walking distance from each other. Everything you need for your course can be found on-campus however you may be living in either of these 2 picturesque locations. The surrounding area is the city of guildford based in the heart of Surrey. |
Social life | The University of Surrey boasts a new, state of the art sports centre with facilities for a huge variety of different activities so if you are that-way inclined you can be sure Surrey will satisfy. In the surrounding area, Guildford, you will find plenty of vibrant pubs, bars and clubs to entertain you on your nights out along with a fantastic live-music venue, G-Live, which attracts many world renowned artists year-round. |
Interview | |
Interview style | MMI The MMI consists of eight 6 minute stations. |
Interview dates | November - January |
Admissions Tests | |
UCAT | N/A |
GAMSAT | N/A |
Academic Requirements | |
GCSE | Subjects required: Chemistry, Biology and Physics (or double science). Grades required: Five subjects at Grade A(7) including Chemistry, Biology, and Physics (or double science). English Language and Mathematics at Grade B(5). |
A-level | Subjects required: Biology and Chemistry. Grades required: AAB Biology (A) Chemistry (A) and a third subject of your choosing (B). A pass is required in the science practical endorsement. |
Scottish Advanced/Highers | Subjects required: Biology and Chemistry. Grades required: AAABB (Biology and Chemistry at grade A). |
IB | Subjects required: HL6/SL7 in Biology and Chemistry. Grades required: Overall 34 to include 6 in HL Biology and HL Chemistry. |
Bachelor's Degree (Gradutes Only) | Grades required: Minimum 2:1 in a bioscience related subject (if your degree doesn’t meet their biology and chemistry requirements they will look into your A levels). |
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