Veterinary Medicine and Science at Nottingham
Join Nigel Kendall, Associate Professor at Nottingham, and student Harry as they break down Nottingham’s three veterinary courses, the benefits of each and what student life is really like.
If you're considering studying veterinary medicine, our School of Veterinary Medicine and Science offers a unique and flexible route to your degree. Associate Professor and Sub-Dean for Admissions, Nigel Kendall, joins Harry, a current veterinary student, to explore the undergraduate veterinary courses, student life on campus and the outstanding facilities available at Sutton Bonington.
Harry shares his reasons for choosing Nottingham, particularly the benefit of remaining on the Sutton Bonington campus for the entire course duration. This consistency creates a strong, close-knit community, both within the Vet School and across other disciplines like biosciences.
The curriculum covers everything from emergency critical care to more unusual skills like blood sampling tarantulas and performing anaesthetics on fish. Students engage with a broad range of species and clinical scenarios, ensuring they graduate with comprehensive competencies.
Associate Professor Nigel Kendall and student Harry talk about studying veterinary medicine and science at the University of Nottingham.
Facilities at Sutton Bonington
Our School of Veterinary Medicine and Science offers a wide range of facilities, including:
- modern lecture theatres and group study rooms
- a clinical skills lab for practical training
- on-site farm with cows, pigs, sheep and poultry
- stables with student-owned horses
- facilities for exotic animal care
- The Peter Rubin centre for veterinary education, a mock practice environment
- community-based practices, ensuring exposure to typical veterinary cases
Support and student wellbeing
Student support is integral to our Vet School experience. Harry emphasises the strength of the Sutton Bonington community, not just within the school, but across the campus.
Initiatives include:
- a mentoring programme pairing second-year students with freshers
- mental health first aid training offered annually to students
- personal tutors supporting students across all five years
- additional welfare, professionalism and disability support teams
Find out more about our veterinary medicine and science courses including module information, graduate outcomes and entry requirements.
