This course is an excellent opportunity for students wishing to qualify as a RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) whilst studying a Level 5 higher education qualification accredited by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS).
Your studies will therefore combine academic study and occupational competence. Students study a total of twelve modules over the normal three-year duration of the full-time course. Six modules are studied at each of Levels 4 and 5.
Students must complete their veterinary nursing placement at an accredited veterinary training practi...
This course is an excellent opportunity for students wishing to qualify as a RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) whilst studying a Level 5 higher education qualification accredited by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS). <br/><br/>Your studies will therefore combine academic study and occupational competence. Students study a total of twelve modules over the normal three-year duration of the full-time course. Six modules are studied at each of Levels 4 and 5.<br/><br/>Students must complete their veterinary nursing placement at an accredited veterinary training practice. If offered a place on the degree we will help you find a veterinary nursing placement.<br/><br/>Each academic year includes an eleven week lecture programme, a four week revision and exam period along with a sixteen week placement block.<br/><br/>During the final year of the programme, all students will be required to complete a work-related project linked to veterinary nursing. The RCVS student enrolment fee along with a student veterinary nursing uniform is included within the course fees.<br/><br/>It is advised that students have an up-to-date Tetanus vaccination before the course commences.<br/><br/>**This course is delivered by Warwickshire College and validated in partnership with Coventry University, and is regulated by the Office for Students (OfS).**<br/><br/>For our Higher Education Terms and Conditions please visit https://wcg.ac.uk/page/701/terms-and-conditions
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
09/2025
Campus
Pershore College
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
D311
Institution Code
W25
Points of Entry
Year 1
UCAS Tariff80 This may be derived from a Level 3 qualification in a related subject such as Animal Management (you need to achieve at least MMP to be considered for the FdSc) or A Levels including one Science subject, ideally Biology. Entry requirements are for guidance only. We welcome students with equivalent qualifications and combinations. Please contact us to discuss further. GCSE/National 4/National 5Five GCSEs at grade 4/C or above including English Language, Science and Mathematics. |
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