Bioveterinary Sciences (with Foundation Year)

Course overview

Open the door to an exciting veterinary career with our foundation year degree in Bioveterinary Sciences. Once complete you'll have the opportunity to progress on to our BSc programmes.

Bioveterinary science is an exciting, collaborative, and multi-disciplinary field. If you want to work towards a rewarding scientific career with a focus on animals, then this is the course for you.

During this programme, you will develop foundational knowledge in a range of topics including animal welfare and husbandry, scientific research skills, anatomy and physiology, social issues and global challenges.

The foundation course highlights the connections between animal health, welfare, the environment, and their management as one; also known as One Health.

Why study with us


• This foundation bioveterinary degree will provide you with the knowledge, skills and confidence you need to progress on to the full BSc Bioveterinary Sciences programme.



• Learn from leading scientific and industry experts, including qualified clinicians and globally recognised researchers



• Our curriculum is interactive and practical, focusing on developing your technical skills as well as your core knowledge



What you’ll do


• Our curriculum is interactive and practical, focusing on developing your technical skills as well as your core knowledge



• You will have access to specialist facilities like our bioveterinary anatomy space, which includes our virtual dissection Anatomage tables



• You will learn through a range of innovative methods including practical sessions, handling animal species, working in real laboratories, and conducting field work off-site



Future careers

This course will prepare you for further study in veterinary and life sciences at honours level. You could progress onto our BSc (Hons) Bioveterinary Sciences course and gain a full honours degree in just two years.

It's more important than ever to consider the cost of your education. At the University of Lancashire, you'll be well-equipped for the road ahead, whatever you study.

All first-year Clearing students are guaranteed a room in halls on campus for all new full-time students at their Preston Campus. Included in university-owned halls of residence are bills, WiFi, on-site laundry, kitchen appliances, bedding, 24/7 security and social spaces.

You will learn from leaders in their field at the University of Lancashire and their academic staff will use their expertise and real-world experience to teach courses, that range from Business to Law, Nursing or Sport, that will allow you to secure your dream job. The University of Lancashire focuses on employability, they have close links with leading employers across the North-west and build work experience into a wide range of courses to ensure you thrive in your chosen field.

If you're interested in applying to the University of Lancashire, call now to find out more information or click to visit their website where you can book on their Open Day on 16 August or a place on a campus tour!