The College of Animal Welfare’s BSc Honours Veterinary Nursing Top-Up Degree, delivered in partnership with Middlesex University, has recently undergone a successful revalidation process and is now open for applications to start in September 2024.
The robust revalidation involved a consultation with current, former and prospective students on planned changes to the BSc programme. Respondents were surveyed on all aspects of the course and invited to share their experiences of what worked well and where they saw opportunity for improvement. Feedback was used to enhance the structure and delivery of the degree, to ensure it continues to meet the needs of students and wider industry.
Now delivered entirely online, on a full-time or part-time basis, the newly revalidated programme offers the opportunity for diploma and foundation degree level Registered Veterinary Nurses (RVNs) to top up their qualification to a BSc Honours Veterinary Nursing degree. The programme aims to provide veterinary nurses with a variety of transferable skills which will enhance their veterinary career and continue their professional development.
Throughout the course, students will deepen their understanding of veterinary nursing practice, including the latest evidence-based research and techniques in the profession. A comprehensive curriculum will see veterinary nurses studying a wide range of topics, from surgical nursing to anaesthesia and critical care, ensuring a well-rounded skill set that can meet the demands of modern veterinary practice.
Applicants must hold a Level 3 qualification or Foundation degree in Veterinary Nursing and be registered with the RCVS as a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN), or hold internationally equivalent qualifications and registration. As part of the application process, applicants must also meet the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) requirements of the programme.
Dr Catherine Hemingway BVetMed CertAVP PGCDE MRCVS, BSc VN Top Up Programme Leader at The College of Animal Welfare, said: “We’re delighted to announce the successful revalidation of our top up degree programme, a vigorous approval process which allowed us to respond to important feedback and ensure our programme remains up-to-date and fit for purpose. This significant development reflects our ongoing commitment to offering a comprehensive educational experience to our students.”
Applications to study the BSc Honours Veterinary Nursing Top Up Degree are still open to start in September 2024. For more information about the programme visit www.caw.ac.uk/vn or contact the college on 01480 422060.