Veterinary Medicine and Surgery - BVetMS

Achieve your ambition to pursue a career in the exciting and rewarding field of veterinary medicine and surgery. We offer a unique delivery model that combines the expertise and resources of two outstanding universities enabling you to develop into a dedicated and compassionate veterinary professional.Why study Veterinary Medicine and Surgery at Keele UniversityCombined expertise and facilities from two high-quality institutionsBenefit from a wide range of clinical placement opportunitiesStudy within new state-of-the-art veterinary school buildings on both campusesOn campus farm and companion animal facilities at Harper AdamsState-of-the-art laboratory and clinical facilities at both Harper and KeeleCourse overviewThis five-year, dynamic programme provides you with the specialist skills required for a varied and challenging career in veterinary medicine and surgery. It is delivered by two highly respected universities, and you will benefit from their excellent joint facilities and academic expertise. Harper Adams has a superb reputation for animal sciences combined with exceptional resources, including an on-campus farm and companion animal facilities. Keele University has an impressive track record in health and life sciences and excellent state-of-the-art teaching laboratories.This is a highly practical and clinically focused programme where you will study key concepts in the veterinary medicine field, which will increase in complexity as you progress on the course. Teaching is delivered by experienced educators including scientists, veterinary surgeons, and other professionals. You will also have multiple opportunities to engage with students on other programmes which will give you an invaluable insight into the roles of allied professionals.Foundation yearOurFoundation Yearprovides an excellent alternative route to Keele, providing a unique opportunity to better prepare for your chosen degree.This extra year of study can improve your academic skills, expand your subject knowledge, give you a better understanding of higher education and, perhaps most importantly of all, build your confidence.Your future career95% of Keele students are in employment or further study within 15 months of finishing their studies (HESA Graduate Outcomes, 201920).