The Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies
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Undergraduate

The BVM&S degree is widely and internationally accredited, allowing graduates to practise all over the world once qualified.

The Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery (BVM&S)

We offer a 5 year degree for students with high school qualifications, and a 4 year Graduate Entry Programme for students with a relevant degree. Both pathways lead to a BVM&S. 

Video: Veterinary Medicine at the University of Edinburgh (2023)
An introduction to Veterinary Medicine at the University of Edinburgh for prospective students.

Chat to a vet student about their experience

Advice for teachers and guidance counsellors

Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine & Surgery

An overview of our Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery (BVM&S) degrees.

How to Apply

Key information about applying to one of our undergraduate programmes.

Visits and events

Our purpose-built veterinary campus is set against the beautiful backdrop of the Pentland Hills Regional Park.

Fitness to practise for all vet entrants

We assess your application and make offers purely on the basis of academic and non-academic suitability and on your performance at interview as outlined in our selection process.

Diversity in Veterinary Medicine

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Information and resources about diversity in veterinary medicine

Student Experience

From sports and fitness to societies, social activities and accommodation, the University of Edinburgh has your back.

Our Clinical Services

Information about our clinical services

Outreach and Engagement

Royal Highland Show
Find out more about our outreach programmes here at the Vet School.

Student Support Team

As well as a strong commitment to teaching and learning, the School recognises the need to provide good student support services.

Fees and Finances

Information on tuition fees, funding and living costs.

Career Prospects

Our Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery (BVM&S) has a very high employment rate post qualification.

Media and Downloads

Multimedia resources and downloads for prospective students

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions about our Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery programmes

Keep in touch

We'd love to keep in touch with you and send you some information on the School.

External Intercalated honours programme

BVetSci programmes are available to Veterinary students who have successfully completed their second year of their Veterinary Medicine/Science degree.

Seeing Practice

We have a limited amount of places available for undergraduate students of Veterinary Medicine studying elsewhere to see practice in our Hospital for Small Animals and Large Animal Hospitals.