PGCert Veterinary General Practice at University of Surrey

Whether your aim is to sit the statutory membership examination for the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons, return to veterinary practice after a break, or gain new skills, our Veterinary General Practice PGCert provides the foundational knowledge you need to take the next step in your career. Study on a course that has been designed and supported by veterinary educators with a wealth of general practice experience.

Department: School of Veterinary Medicine  |  Duration: 1 year full-time with distance learning; 22 months part-time with distance learning  |  Study mode: full-time with distance learning; part-time with distance learning  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Guildford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

On this course, you will learn about the skills and attributes required in the UK for small animal general practice, equine general practice, production animal general practice, and veterinary public health, pathology and professional skills. You will also learn the importance of sustainability, employability, resourcefulness and resilience, digital capabilities, and global and cultural awareness and how they relate to the role of a veterinarian. At the end of the course, you’ll visit our School of Veterinary Medicine for practical teaching and assessments to help you prepare for and sit your final exams. Core modules include Companion Animal Studies, Equine Studies, Production Animal Studies, Veterinary Public Health, Pathology and Professionalism.

Career pathways

Whether your aim is to register with the RCVS to practise in the UK, gain a PGCert to expand your skill set, or return to the workforce after a career break, this course will provide you with the necessary support and training. Veterinarians who are not registered with the RCVS must pass the RCVS statutory membership examination to practise in the UK.

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