Veterinary Nursing BSc (Hons)

**Qualify as a Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) Registered Veterinary Nurse. Specialise in companion-animal nursing. Uncover new knowledge with a research-based dissertation and qualify with a full BSc (Hons) degree.**<br/><br/>This degree provides a fantastic opportunity for you to qualify as a Veterinary Nurse, whilst advancing your own and the industrys knowledge through research and clinical coaching. Youll advance your knowledge of an industry relevant area that interests you through live research and statistical analysis. Students have the opportunity to publish research with lecturers and present at industry conferences. On successful completion of your final year, youll be eligible to join the RCVS Veterinary Nursing Registrar and begin practicing as a fully qualified Veterinary Nurse.<br/><br/>**Industry opportunities**<br/>In your second year, you’ll complete a work-based clinical placement (currently 1,800 hours) in an approved RCVS veterinary nursing training practice. This will allow you to develop clinical skills ready for qualifying. We have excellent partnerships with local and national practices.<br/><br/>This course is ideal for those who are passionate about working as a Veterinary Nurse whilst improving industry practices through evidence-based research.<br/><br/>**Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons-accredited**<br/>This course is accredited by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS). This means that, on graduation, you’ll be eligible to join the RCVS Register of Veterinary Nurses and practise as a Registered Veterinary Nurse. On joining the course, you’ll need to enrol as a Student Veterinary Nurse with the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS).<br/><br/>Anyone considering a career as a veterinary nurse is recommended to read the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) Fitness to Practise guidance which provides useful information about specific characteristics required to be accepted on an accredited course.