Glasgow,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BVMS Veterinary Medicine and Surgery in Glasgow United Kingdom | University of Glasgow
University of Glasgow
|
Glasgow United Kingdom
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
35,175
(c. USD47,232.99)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
60 months
Veterinarians have numerous opportunities to make meaningful societal contributions. These range from providing medical care for animals and championing their welfare to participating in research, agriculture, wildlife conservation, technological advancements, and entrepreneurship. Veterinarians also serve a vital function in safeguarding the health of both human and animal communities (including pets, wildlife, lab animals, and livestock) as well as their ecosystems. The University stands among only eight European veterinary schools to earn American Veterinary Medical Association accreditation for its undergraduate programs. Glasgow's Veterinary Medicine program holds the top UK ranking (The Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023).
The BVMS curriculum blends clinical and scientific disciplines, employing diverse teaching methodologies. Its spiral design ensures students revisit key concepts throughout the program with progressively greater clinical emphasis. Parallel to this runs a continuous thread of professional and clinical skill development, equipping students with essential competencies for veterinary practice. Through individual study, collaborative projects, and active learning methods, students cultivate the abilities needed for continuous professional growth.
Glasgow Veterinary Medicine graduates qualify for Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (MRCVS) membership. Combined with AVMA accreditation, this enables graduates to practice globally with limitless career possibilities. While most UK veterinary surgeons work in general practices (treating small animals, livestock, horses, or mixed species), our alumni also serve in government roles combating infectious diseases, ensuring food safety standards, or pursuing academic careers in teaching and research.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
SQA Higher Entry Requirements (by end of S6)
AAAAB Higher at end of S5 + BB Advanced Higher
Additional requirements: Highers Chemistry, Biology and Physics or Mathematics. Advanced Higher Chemistry and Biology. Practical experience. Interview.
SQA Higher Adjusted Entry Requirements* (by end of S6)
AAABB Higher at end of S5 + BB Advanced Higher
Additional requirements: Highers Chemistry, Biology and Physics or Mathematics. Advanced Higher Chemistry and Biology. Practical experience. Interview. Successful completion of Reach.
A-level Standard Entry Requirements
AAA
Additional requirements: A-levels Chemistry and Biology. GCSE English at Grade B or 5. Practical experience. Interview.
IB Standard Entry Requirements
38 (6,6,6 HL)
Additional requirements: HL subjects Chemistry and Biology. SL English and Physics or Mathematics at 6. Practical experience. Interview.
Academic requirements
The School of Veterinary Medicine welcomes applications from candidates with a degree (or in their senior year) in an appropriate Biological or Animal Science Programme. All applicants are required to have completed the required prerequisite courses for the programme. Applicants should have an overall minimum grade point average of 3.4 (4 point scale). The School also welcomes applications from candidates with an alternative degree who have also completed the required prerequisites.
USA High School
3 Advanced Placement exams including chemistry, biology and maths/physics at grade 5.
Non-academic requirements
Applicants will be expected to have taken every opportunity to gain relevant practical experience of livestock husbandry and handling animals. In addition we would expect applicants to have shadowed a veterinary surgeon. We do not specify a required amount of work experience as it depends, to some extent, on the opportunities available to individual candidates. Experience gained in veterinary or medical laboratories is also encouraged to help candidates to appreciate the scientific basis of Veterinary Medicine.
The School does not insist on applicants having completed the Graduate Record Exam (GRE), however you may send your GRE scores directly to the School and these will be included in your application file.
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic module (not General Training)
7.0 with no sub-test under 7.0
AAAAB Higher at end of S5 + BB Advanced Higher
Additional requirements: Highers Chemistry, Biology and Physics or Mathematics. Advanced Higher Chemistry and Biology. Practical experience. Interview.
SQA Higher Adjusted Entry Requirements* (by end of S6)
AAABB Higher at end of S5 + BB Advanced Higher
Additional requirements: Highers Chemistry, Biology and Physics or Mathematics. Advanced Higher Chemistry and Biology. Practical experience. Interview. Successful completion of Reach.
A-level Standard Entry Requirements
AAA
Additional requirements: A-levels Chemistry and Biology. GCSE English at Grade B or 5. Practical experience. Interview.
IB Standard Entry Requirements
38 (6,6,6 HL)
Additional requirements: HL subjects Chemistry and Biology. SL English and Physics or Mathematics at 6. Practical experience. Interview.
Academic requirements
The School of Veterinary Medicine welcomes applications from candidates with a degree (or in their senior year) in an appropriate Biological or Animal Science Programme. All applicants are required to have completed the required prerequisite courses for the programme. Applicants should have an overall minimum grade point average of 3.4 (4 point scale). The School also welcomes applications from candidates with an alternative degree who have also completed the required prerequisites.
USA High School
3 Advanced Placement exams including chemistry, biology and maths/physics at grade 5.
Non-academic requirements
Applicants will be expected to have taken every opportunity to gain relevant practical experience of livestock husbandry and handling animals. In addition we would expect applicants to have shadowed a veterinary surgeon. We do not specify a required amount of work experience as it depends, to some extent, on the opportunities available to individual candidates. Experience gained in veterinary or medical laboratories is also encouraged to help candidates to appreciate the scientific basis of Veterinary Medicine.
The School does not insist on applicants having completed the Graduate Record Exam (GRE), however you may send your GRE scores directly to the School and these will be included in your application file.
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic module (not General Training)
7.0 with no sub-test under 7.0
Tuition
GBP
35,175