Please note that, although we try to keep this information as accurate as possible, you should always refer to the official University websites in case there are any changes.
GCSES
Vet School | GCSEs |
Bristol | Standard numeracy requirement (4 or C in GCSE Mathematics or equivalent) and Standard literacy requirement (4 or C in GCSE English or equivalent) Further information about GCSE requirements and profile levels. |
Cambridge | GCSEs (or their equivalent) are not as important to us as A-levels (or their equivalent), but obviously it is encouraging if you have at least a few A*/8/9’s at GCSE, especially in science/maths subjects. |
Edinburgh |
Minimum of seven GCSEs at grades AAABBBB or above, including Mathematics, English and Physics (either as a separate subject or as Dual Award Science) are required. |
Glasgow | GCSE English at Grade B (or Grade 5–6). |
Liverpool | Minimum 10 points ( A*/A = 2 points, B = 1 point, C = 0 points) in at least 7 different subjects, to include a minimum of grade B in English, Mathematics and Physics (or dual science including Physics). |
Nottingham | Minimum of five GCSEs at grade 7 (A) to include biology and chemistry (or double science or core science, additional science, further additional science) and one of physics or maths. Minimum of grade 6 (B) in English language and maths. |
RVC | At least five GCSEs at grade 7 (A) including: 7-7 in Combined Science/AA in Science (Double Award) or Biology and Chemistry or Science and Additional Science. with at least a grade 6 (B) in: English Language, Mathematics, Physics (if taken as a separate GCSE). |
Surrey | Five subjects at Grade A(7) including Chemistry, Biology, and Physics (or double science). English Language and Mathematics at Grade B(5) |
A Levels
Vet School | Typical A Level Offer |
A Level Subjects | ||
Biology? | Chemistry? | Third Subject? | ||
Bristol | AAA or A*AB | YES | YES | Physics or Mathematics |
Cambridge | A*AA | NO | YES | Many applicants are taking three science/maths subjects in total, and our experience suggests that they are more likely to be successful than those taking two. |
Edinburgh | AAA | YES | YES | University-approved subjects . If physics is not studied at A level, a good pass is required at GCSE Level. Not General Studies or Critical Thinking. |
Glasgow | AAA | YES | YES | Science subject preferred but other academic subjects are acceptable (Art, Drama, General Studies, Home Economics, Music and PE are NOT accepted). |
Liverpool | AAA | YES | YES (Minimum to AS level if not offered at A2, min grade B) | Any other subject excluding General Studies, Critical Thinking and Citizenship Studies. |
Nottingham | AAB | YES | YES | Grade B in a third subject – excluding citizenship studies, critical thinking, general studies and global perspectives. |
RVC | AAA or ABB (Widening Participation criteria) |
YES | YES | Not General Studies |
Surrey | AAB | YES | YES | Not General Studies or Critical Thinking |