Veterinary Biosciences

About this programme

Veterinary biosciences is a biological sciences programme designed to provide you with a strong understanding of the key elements that underpin all modern biological sciences, with a major focus on the biology of health and disease in animals. The Veterinary Biosciences programme offers residential national and international field courses and non-residential field trips. There is a variety of field work, summer research projects and volunteering possibilities available within and beyond the University and many vibrant student societies available on campus. Glasgow is ranked 1st in the UK for Animal Science (The Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026). These degrees encompass a broad range of topics related to animals and the science behind the veterinary care of domestic and companion animals and wildlife species. This will include comparative anatomy, physiology, farm and companion animal management, infection and immunity, oncology, hormones and behaviour and animal welfare and conservation. In this programme you will learn about the science that underpins the biology of animal health and disease. Alongside specialist subject knowledge you will develop a range of core transferable skills. These skills include effective communication, collaboration and reflective learning. You will also acquire scientific research skills including laboratory-based practical skills, statistics and data handling. In addition, you will have the opportunity to conduct an independent research project in the final year of the programme.