Hartpury University Prospectus

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Bioveterinary Science BSc (Hons) / BSc (Hons) with Foundation year

Graduate Profile

Sophia Payne Research Assistant, Animal Health Trust BSc Bioveterinary Science

Entry requirements A typical offer is 128 UCAS tariff points; 32-48 UCAS tariff points for Foundation year Biological science / relevant diploma required See entry requirements on pages 149-150 Typical offer information is for guidance only Find out more at www.hartpury.ac.uk

You’ll apply theory to practice in our labs and gain professional experience on site. Animal health and disease modules will enable you to examine the cause, transmission, diagnosis and treatment of different diseases in farm animals, horses and companion species. As part of microbiology modules, you’ll conduct research into microorganisms in our labs, examining the process of microbial infection. Animal therapy modules will introduce you to hydrotherapy and physical therapies, as you work with horses and dogs in our equine and canine therapy centres. Industry opportunities Students have recently undertaken voluntary roles in our commercial equine and canine therapy centres, on our commercial farm and in our science laboratories. You’ll benefit from guest lecturers, with recent speakers including vets from the Three Counties Equine Hospital. This course is ideal for those who have a strong interest in animal biology, and want to understand more about the science of diagnosing and treating animal disease. Study bioveterinary science in dedicated laboratories and with a range of animals on campus. Develop your expertise in disease diagnosis, microbiology, physical therapies and rehabilitation.

"I feel like I’mmaking a difference. I help to find solutions to important problems, like finding the most effective vaccines for endemics such as equine influenza, a disease that exists in most countries. What I loved about Hartpury was the opportunity to be hands-on. I love animals, so having them on site

UCAS code D390 3 years DF90 4 years with Foundation year

Foundation year - Gain the subject-specific knowledge needed for the BSc degree

Integrated placement year - An optional extra year in industry to prepare for your career

was amazing; it gave me invaluable experience and that practical experience looks great on my CV."

100% student satisfaction (NSS 2019)

Graduate destinations •• Veterinary medicine •• Academia •• Research •• Masters and PhD study

•• Lab Technician •• Pharmaceuticals

Sophia in the Cell Culture Lab at the Animal Health Trust, checking howwell cells are multiplying in preparation for virus testing  

Hear Sophia's story www.hartpury.ac.uk/meet-sophia