Foundation Bioveterinary Science Degree

Program Overview

The Degree in Bioveterinary Sciences at the University of Central Lancashire provides students with a comprehensive understanding of animal health, welfare, and biology. Designed to enhance entry into veterinary-related courses, the program emphasizes the connections between animal health and their environment, management, and ecology. Students gain practical experience and develop skills in animal care, research, and communication, preparing them for diverse career paths in animal science, research, and related fields.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

This foundation degree in Bioveterinary Sciences is designed to provide students with a core science base, specifically tailored to enhance their chances of entry into veterinary-related courses. The program emphasizes the connections between animal health and welfare, their environment, and management, incorporating animal biology and ecology. It aims to equip students with a comprehensive understanding suitable for various life science and biomedical degree courses.

Outline:

Year 0:

• Foundation Animal Welfare, Husbandry and Health (VM1000): This module introduces the science behind animal welfare and husbandry practices across various species.
• Foundation Bioveterinary Sciences and Research (VMC005): This module introduces the science underpinning biology, ecology, and biochemistry, providing theoretical knowledge and practical experience in common scientific techniques.
It also covers research processes, evidence utilization, data selection, and presentation using statistical and graphical methods. The focus is primarily on mammals, but includes important species differences across animal kingdoms. It explores the origin and functions of immune cell types, their mode of action, and the role of immune mediators. It covers veterinary anatomy, histology, and physiology, presented in a way that highlights their relevance.
• Integrated Bioveterinary Sciences (VM1039): This module explores the foundational science behind biology, spanning molecular biology to ecosystems.
It covers physiological variations across species and the interplay of environments with wild and domestic animals. Students also develop skills in data analysis and presentation using various techniques. It focuses on the activity of the immune system in infectious and non-infectious diseases. It focuses on the activity of the immune system in infectious and non-infectious diseases.
• Research in Bioveterinary Sciences (VM2011): This module helps students understand the role of research in bioveterinary sciences, enabling them to distinguish between research types, identify limitations, and develop the skills to undertake their own research project in the final year.
• Research Project (VM3008): This module builds upon previous modules, supporting students in designing and completing their own research project.
• Global Applications in Bioveterinary Sciences (VM3009): This module aims to enable students to form an understanding of complex scientific and social issues and global challenges and how scientific evidence is used to underpin priorities and policies.
• Clinical communication and Veterinary skills (VM3010): This module develops practical skills in communication techniques, including colleague and client communications, communication in technical situations, basic animal handling, and technical techniques relevant to animal care professionals.

Teaching:

• The program features a diverse teaching approach, including lectures, seminars, tutorials, practical sessions, and independent study.
• Students benefit from small group teaching, providing unparalleled access to staff and facilities.
• The curriculum is interactive and practical, focusing on developing both knowledge and skills.
• The program is taught by an expert team of veterinary and animal science lecturers.

Careers:

• A bioveterinary sciences degree opens doors to a range of exciting career paths, including:
• Animal science
• Research
• Pharmaceutical industry
• NHS
• Government agencies
• Conservation
• Ecological or animal welfare organizations
• The program prepares students for further study in veterinary and life sciences at honors level, with the option to progress onto the BSc (Hons) Bioveterinary Sciences course and gain a full honors degree in just two years.

Other:

• The program is based in the School of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Central Lancashire.
• Students gain experience with a broad range of animal species at the partner Myerscough College & University Centre.
• The program utilizes innovative technology to enhance learning and skill development.
• The program emphasizes the importance of clinical skills and clinical communication skills, essential for many professions.
• The program focuses on both academic achievement and the development of a strong student personal profile.
• The program is a "gateway" course, offering a core science foundation that makes students competitive candidates for graduate entry into medicine, dental therapy, physician associate, pharmacy, or other professional programs.

2024/25

UK

First year: £9,250 for the first year Full-time: £11,100 per year

International

First year: £21,000 for the first year Full-time: £25,000 per year