Overview

About the Programme

The Veterinary Medicine and Science programme of the University of Nottingham is committed to addressing the key challenges of our age through research that has an impact.

Our research spans across species, improving the health and welfare of animals. From reducing lameness in sheep using technology, understanding cancer, cardiovascular and degenerative diseases, to how viruses and bacteria work, so we can better understand and treat them.

Our Veterinary Medicine and Science PhD will give you specialist training in a broad range of topics. You'll learn the theory and practical techniques you'll need for a successful research career in veterinary medicine and science.You will design, plan and deliver an original and independent research project, with supervision and support from our research experts. Training in key skills is also provided. Skills you'll learn will depend on the nature of your chosen project.

Programme Structure

During your first year, you'll work on a report and a confirmatory review. The review will be a written report on your thesis and progress so far, including comments from your principal supervisor.
You'll be required to attend a minimum number of formal and documented supervision sessions and submit a research portfolio detailing your formal and informal training records.
The confirmatory review must be passed to progress to the remainder of the PhD programme. If you do not pass the confirmatory review, you may be awarded an MRes degree instead.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months
Part-time
- 96 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-01 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-14 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-08-17 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-12-01 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-02-01 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-04-01 00:00:00

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Language

English

IELTS

7.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Nottingham, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Veterinary Medicine Health Sciences Animal Science View 9 other PhDs in Animal Science in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

7.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

UK students:

2:1 first degree in a relevant subject, or 2.2 first degree and a masters degree, both in a relevant subject.

Specific projects may also require that you hold a veterinary qualification.

EU / International students:

2:1 first degree (or international equivalent) in a relevant subject, or 2.2 first degree (or international equivalent) and a masters degree, both in a relevant subject.

Specific projects may also require that the applicant holds a veterinary qualification.

IELTS: Clinical projects: 7.5 (7.0 in each element). Science projects: 6.5 (6.0 in each element)

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

28200 GBP / year

≈ 28200 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

5260 GBP / year

≈ 5260 GBP / year

Additional Details

International fees: £28,200 to £44,000, depending on the project

Living costs

Nottingham

United Kingdom

583 - 978 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Overview

About the Programme

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Nottingham

Funding

Scholarships Information

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