BSc Veterinary Biosciences
About this course
BSc in Veterinary Biosciences, an animal science degree focused on the biological foundations of veterinary health, disease processes, and animal management. Core topics include Research Methods and Critical & Analytical Thinking. Students undertake a substantial final-year research project. The first year introduces fundamental concepts through Building Blocks of Biology, Fundamentals in Animal Biology, and Microbes, Health and Disease. The second year advances into Cell Biology, Disease Diagnosis and Control, and Domestic Animal Anatomy and Physiology, alongside optional modules such as Introduction to Livestock Production and Science. Year three explores core areas including Animal Breeding: Genetics and Reproduction, Immunology, and Veterinary Health, with optional topics like Applied Nutrition of Livestock, Horses and Companion Animals. The final year concentrates on advanced study through Behaviour and Welfare of Domesticated Animals, Veterinary Infectious Diseases, and Veterinary Pharmacology and Disease Control, complemented by options such as Behavioural Neurobiology.
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Entry requirements
A level: Available to those who are studying for, or who have completed Level 3 qualifications (e.g. A-Levels or BTEC diploma) in subject areas other than biological science, and to mature-aged candidates who have the required GCSEs, experience and motivation. IB: Available to those who are studying for, or who have completed an international baccalaureate in subject areas other than higher level biological science, and to mature-aged candidates who have the required GCSE subjects (or equivalent), experience and motivation.
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What students say
Based on about 27 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 98%
- Learning opportunities: 91%
- Assessment and feedback: 82%
- Academic support: 98%
- Organisation and management: 88%
- Learning resources: 85%
- Student voice: 75%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 100%
What graduates do next
Based on about 7 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 35%
- Working and studying: 25%
- Further study: 40%
Most common jobs
- Elementary occupations: 20%
- Natural and social science professionals: 15%
- Secretarial and related occupations: 15%
- Sports and fitness occupations: 15%
- Animal care and control services: 15%
- Find their work meaningful: 80%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 75%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 55%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 45 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 10%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 15%
- East Midlands: 5%
- West Midlands: 10%
- East of England: 5%
- South East: 20%
- South West: 10%
- Wales: 20%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 85%
- Baccalaureate: 5%
- Access course: 5%
Modules
- Building Blocks of Biology
- Communication Skills
- Fundamentals in Animal Biology
- Fundamentals in Ecology and Plant Diversity
- Microbes, Health and Disease
- Practical and Analytical Skills for Biologists
- Cell Biology
- Disease Diagnosis and Control
- Domestic Animal Anatomy and Physiology
- Genetics, Evolution and Diversity
- Skills for Animal, Equine and Veterinary Bioscientists in Equine Exercise Physiology
- Introduction to Livestock Production and Science
- Microbial and Plant Diversity
- Animal Breeding: Genetics and Reproduction
- Immunology
- Research Methods
- Veterinary Health
- Applied Nutrition of Livestock, Horses and Companion Animals
- Human, Equine and Canine Exercise Physiology and Locomotion
- Livestock Production and Management
- One Health Microbiology
- Practical and Professional Skills in Microbiology
- Vertebrate Zoology
- Behaviour and Welfare of Domesticated Animals
- Research Project
- Veterinary Infectious Diseases
- Veterinary Pharmacology and Disease Control
- Behavioural Neurobiology
- Bioinformatics and Functional Genomics
- Equine Nutrition and Pasture Management
- International Animal Health Study Tour
- Livestock Production Science
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Veterinary Biosciences at Aberystwyth University earn?
The median salary is £24,000 after 15 months, £20,000 after 3 years, £23,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £19,500 and £28,500. The £23,500 median after five years is £500 less than the UK median for Animal science.
What do graduates of BSc Veterinary Biosciences at Aberystwyth University do next?
100% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Veterinary Biosciences at Aberystwyth University?
98% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Veterinary Biosciences at Aberystwyth University?
The average entrant had 129 UCAS points.
How many students continue on BSc Veterinary Biosciences at Aberystwyth University?
100% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.