Bachelor Programme
Veterinary Medicine
The Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies' five-year BVM&S leads to eligibility for registration with the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons and is recognised by international accrediting bodies. Years 1 and 2 cover the normal function of the animal body, animal life and food safety and professional and clinical skills; Years 3 and 4 move through veterinary pathology and integrated clinical courses on cats and dogs, farm animals, horses and exotics, plus veterinary public health; and the final year is made up of clinical rotations and a research component. Students can intercalate a BSc in Veterinary Science after Year 2, 3 or 4. Entry is through UCAS (course code D100) by 15 October, with an interview and a work experience summary form.
University
University of Edinburgh
Country
United Kingdom
Level
Bachelor
Field
Veterinary Medicine
Duration
5 years
Language
English
Campus
Edinburgh, Easter Bush campus
Degree
Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery (BVM&S)
Intake
September
Application Deadline
15 October 2026, 18:00 UK time (UCAS deadline for medicine and veterinary medicine)
Tuition Information
2027/28 tuition: £44,620 per year for international students (fixed annual fee based on the start year), £10,050 per year for students from the rest of the UK (rising with the government fee cap) and £1,820 per year for Scottish students.
Admission Requirements
- A levels: AAA in one set of exams, including Chemistry at A and Biology at A (General Studies and Critical Thinking not accepted); GCSE English at B/6
- IB Diploma: 38 points with 666 at Higher Level, including HL Chemistry at 6 and HL Biology at 6; SL English at 5 or GCSE English at B/6
- All grades must be achieved at the first attempt; resit applicants are not considered except in very exceptional, pre-verified circumstances
- Interview required; applicants must describe relevant practical experience and submit a work experience summary form; offer holders complete a health questionnaire
- English language, if required: IELTS Academic 7.0 overall with at least 7.0 in each component, or TOEFL iBT 5.0 overall with at least 4.5 in each component (tests from 21 January 2026; earlier tests 100 overall with at least 23 in each)
- Other UK and international qualifications: use the entry requirements selector on the Edinburgh programme page