Veterinary Biosciences

In this course you will learn about the science that underpins the biology of animal health and disease. You will develop a range of core transferable skills as well as research skills including laboratory-based investigations, statistics, data handling and effective scientific communication and you will also get the opportunity to conduct independent research.

In the first year of the programme you will study a range of subjects including animal anatomy and physiology as well as chemistry and biology. These courses will ensure you are equipped with a solid foundation and skills base for subsequent years of study.

In the second year you will study principles of animal management and engage in more specialised bioscience modules including advanced physiology and molecular sciences, and you will receive training in basic research skills.

In year 3 you will focus on studying the pathological basis of disease and oncogenesis, the principles of infection and immunity, pharmacology and drug dispensing and the biology of pain and pain management.

In the final year of the Honours programme you will develop advanced research

and quantitative skills and study population medicine, epidemiology and animal welfare and ethics. You will also have the opportunity to engage in a research project in laboratories in the School of Veterinary Medicine or in approved internal and external institutions.

Our programme also offers you the opportunity to undertake a placement year as part of a five year MSci programme in Veterinary Biosciences. This allows students to engage in research in industry or other research organisations in the UK or abroad for a full academic year. This offers an excellent opportunity to gain further research skills and exposure to a workplace environment. The placement year normally happens after Year 3 and on completion, students follow courses as specified in Year 4.