BSc (Hons) Bioveterinary Science at University of Chester

Programme overview

The University of Chester's Bioveterinary Science course takes a comprehensive approach to animal health. You will gain an understanding of disease and its impact on animals including how we diagnose and treat disease. Hands-on laboratory experience will combine scientific theory with practical skills, providing you with expertise in techniques such as microscopy, microbiology, immunology, and molecular biology.

What you will study

In Year 1 (Level 4), you will build a strong foundation in animal health, starting with an understanding of what is normal in healthy animals. This knowledge is essential for identifying and addressing disruptions to health caused by disease in the later years of the course. Core modules include Science of Life, Exploring and Researching Life Sciences, Animal Husbandry and Welfare, Biology of Disease, Bioveterinary Diagnostics, Microbiology, Behaviour and Welfare, Veterinary Disease, Epidemiology and One Health.

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Application information

Entry requirements

GCE A Level: Typical offer BCC-BBC, including one of the following subjects: GCE A Level: Biology, Chemistry, or Applied Science; BTEC: BTEC Extended Diploma (Applied Science/Animal Management): DMM; International Baccalaureate: 26 points including 5 in Biology or Chemistry; Irish/Scottish Highers: Irish Highers: H3, H3, H3, H3, H4 including H3 in Biology or Chemistry Scottish Highers: BBBB, including Biology or Chemistry; Access requirements: Access to HE Diploma (Science): to include 45 credits at Level 3, 30 of which must be at Merit; T Level: T Level (Science): Merit; OCR Cambridge Technicals: OCR Extended Diploma (Applied Science): DMM; Occupational Health: An Occupational Health check is required; IELTS: Students from countries outside the UK applying for an undergraduate degree are expected to have IELTS Academic 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each band). More information can be found here: https://www.chester.ac.uk/international/how-to-apply/entry-requirements/

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). £10,050 per year for a full-time course (2027/28) Source

International applicants: GBP 15,450 a year (2027/28). £15,450 per year for a full-time course* (2027/28) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.ucas.com/

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