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Overview
We offer two undergraduate programmes, depending on your academic background.
Guidance for prospective undergraduates
We offer detailed advice about applying for our undergraduate programme, tailored to your particular circumstances.
New Teaching Facilities at the R(D)SVS
In the Summer of 2011 we moved all teaching and learning activities to our new, £42 million, state-of-the-art teaching facility at Easter Bush Campus. Located seven miles south of the city centre, our new building joins our existing outstanding clinical facilities.
This move provides us with the opportunity for even greater integration of teaching and clinical experiences right across the programme in superb facilities, and to expose our student vets to the best educational experience with access to the most modern teaching and learning technologies.
Our students live in Edinburgh city centre at the heart of the student community, giving easy access to the University’s social activities and sports facilities.
Open Days
Visit us and tour our facilities for a better idea of what it's like to study here.
Admissions Guidance
Five-Year Programme
The standard five-year programme is suitable for school leavers or graduates of unrelated disciplines.
Graduate Entry Programme
We also offer a Graduate Entry Programme for anyone with a relevant first degree. This lets you qualify as a veterinary surgeon after four years of study.
Accreditation
Our undergraduate courses are accredited by:
- The European Association of Establishments for Veterinary Education (EAEVE)
The Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies has Full Accreditation from AVMA. The last evaluation was in 2008, the next evaluation is scheduled for 2015.
In November-December 2010, 28 out of 30 students who sat the NAVLE (North Amercian Veterinary Licensing Examination) for the first time achieved a pass. In December 2009 - April 2010, all 36 students who sat the NAVLE for the first time achieved a pass.
The degree of Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery (BVM&S) is the equivalent of the North American Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) and has the same standing worldwide.
Endorsements
The high standards of our teaching and curriculum have been recognised by endorsements from our external examiners.
I can honestly say that, despite having very good training, I am envious of your students as it is clear that they are receiving an incredible experience from well-seasoned, motivated, caring and talented staff members. The examination papers and course work fairly reflected the material presented in the course and the learning objectives that were clearly laid out for each lecture. I commend all of the instructors, once again, for their excellent teaching skills and dedication.
External Examiner 2010
The students performed to a very high standard this year with a spread of marks up to 90%. I believe that these marks are fully justified and that the students in the high end of the mark bracket have shown outstanding understanding and knowledge. The standards are therefore higher than in similar institutions. I would like to take the opportunity to congratulate the course leader and teachers on the course for the high standards that many students have been able to achieve.
External Examiner 2010
The Research Track
The School is committed to a dedicated programme in the curriculum in which undergraduates get involved directly in research; we call this the Research Track. This programme aims to encourage undergraduates to identify and develop career paths that are alternative to general practice. Students can choose to engage at various stages of their undergraduate studies - follow the below link to look at the options and how these fit in with the BVM&S programme.
This article was published on Jan 9, 2012