Veterinary Physiotherapy

If you are passionate about the physical wellbeing of animals, confident in handling both large and small domestic species (primarily horses and dogs) and enjoy interacting with owners, carers, trainers and the veterinary profession, this course could be the first step towards an exciting career. Veterinary physiotherapists now work in a range of settings – vet practices, therapy centres & independent practice. BCA’s unique 3-year course combines online lectures and distance learning, with compulsory attended weeks for practical sessions and incremental training. This progressive approach combined with robust academic skills also prepares students for progression into postgraduate education and/or the field of research. The primary focus is companion animals, mainly horses, dogs and cats, however a much wider range of species - including livestock, birds and exotics - is also considered as these are often encountered in practice. This programme of study is accredited by the Animal Health Professions Register (AHPR)

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Entry requirement for school/college leavers are detailed below. We also actively encourage applications from mature students (21+) where accreditation of prior learning is assessed and/or relevant work experience will be considered in place of formal qualifications to determine suitability for the course.

GCSE/National 4/National 5 - Five GCSEs are required, to include English, Mathematics and Science at grade C/4 minimum.
A level
A minimum of 2 A levels is required to include at least one Science, preferably Biology.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
L3 Extended Diploma in Animal Management achieved at MMM minimum.

Access to HE Diploma
A relevant Access to HE Diploma in Science.

Scottish Higher
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