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BSc Equine and Veterinary Bioscience

Aberystwyth University

Institution
Aberystwyth University
Level
undergraduate
Subject
Equine and Veterinary Bioscience
Duration
3 years
UCAS code
D334
Typical offer
A-level ABB

Entry requirements

A level: ABB-BCC with B in Biology IB: 30-28 with 5 points in Biology at Higher Level

About this course

BSc in Bioveterinary Science, covering animal biology and veterinary science. Core topics include Research Methods. The course includes a final-year Research Project, with some teaching led by veterinary surgeons. The university has its own equine centre and teaching facility, though the degree does not qualify graduates to practise as a veterinary surgeon.

Modules

  • 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
  • Comparative Animal Physiology
  • Introduction to Livestock Production and Science
  • Animal Breeding: Genetics and Reproduction
  • Applied Nutrition of Livestock, Horses and Companion Animals
  • Immunology
  • Research Methods
  • Veterinary Health
  • Animal Behaviour
  • Human, Equine and Canine Exercise Physiology and Locomotion
  • Vertebrate Zoology
  • Behaviour and Welfare of Domesticated Animals
  • Equine Nutrition and Pasture Management
  • Equine Stud Management
  • Research Project
  • International Animal Health Study Tour
  • Veterinary Infectious Diseases
  • Veterinary Pharmacology and Disease Control