Royal Veterinary College

About

The Royal Veterinary College is the biggest and longest-established vet school in the English-speaking world and is a college of the University of London. The college provides several postgraduate and undergraduate programs across topics such as veterinary nursing, biological sciences, and veterinary medicine as well as CPD programs. Royal Veterinary College produces world-class research and offers support for the veterinary profession through their referral hospitals, including the Queen Mother Hospital for Animals which is Europe’s largest hospital for small animals. They are one of the world’s leading veterinary and biological science institutions and they bring talented individuals together who share a passion for animal and human health and welfare.

Types of Postgraduate Programs They Run

The Royal Veterinary College provides numerous postgraduate programs across a range of disciplines. These include veterinary epidemiology, wild animal health, wild animal biology, veterinary education, advanced veterinary nursing, veterinary clinical studies, and more. Some of the award classifications their postgraduate programs provide include Master of Science (MSc), Postgraduate Certificate (PGCert), Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip), and more. A number of their postgraduate level courses allow for part-time and online learning also.

Admissions Process

If you are hoping to study for a full-time undergraduate degree at the Royal Veterinary College, you will have to submit an application via UCAS. It is important to ensure you meet all the entry requirements and include the institution code and course code. These codes can be easily discovered by checking the relevant course page on the university’s website. If you want to apply for part-time or postgraduate courses or apply as an international student, you can apply directly through the Royal Veterinary College website. To do this, simply find your course using their course finder and press the apply button. Ensure you meet all the relevant entry requirements before you apply. The university will get in touch in the coming weeks with all applicants to inform them as to whether they have been successful.

Accommodation

Royal Veterinary College has a number of student accommodation options. They have student housing in their College Grove halls, Mary Brancker House, and Intercollegiate halls. Their accommodation provides 24-hour security, support, and maintenance. In addition, they are on public transport routes and are in close proximity to all necessary amenities. Your bedroom will contain a bed, bedside locker, wardrobe, a desk, and a chair. Some have a private en-suite bathroom. If not, you will have to share a bathroom with other students. Kitchens and living areas are fully equipped with everything you could need. There are also laundry facilities on site. For more information and details on how to book student accommodation, visit the Royal Veterinary College website.

Scholarships and Financial Support

Royal Veterinary College has a plethora of scholarships, bursaries, and funding opportunities for students. Some of these include loans and grants as well as the RVC Bursary, the RVC Scholarship, the Commonwealth Shared Scholarships, the BAME Nursing Scholarship, the ACT Scholarships, and more. To find out more about how to apply and if you are eligible, visit the Royal Veterinary College.

Contact Info

For general enquiries, call +44 (0)20 7468 5147 or email admissions@rvc.ac.uk