- Veterinary Medicine and Science
BVMSci (Hons) — 2025 entry Veterinary Medicine and Science
Our Veterinary Medicine and Science course will equip you with skills to excel in a competitive field, exploring animal health in our exceptional facilities, including one of Europe's most sophisticated pathology centres.
Why choose
this course?
- Study a hands-on curriculum, designed in collaboration with our partnership of veterinary practices and scientific research institutes, and learn to meet the diverse needs of companion, production, equine, laboratory animals, and exotic and wildlife species.
- Access our multimillion-pound facilities, including our Veterinary Clinical Skills Centre and Veterinary Pathology Centre, to practise anaesthesia, catheterisation, dissection and more.
- Spend your final year completing clinical intramural rotations (IMR) to develop an awareness of working as a veterinary professional in a clinical environment, under the supervision of qualified professionals.
- Learn from academics who are registered veterinary practitioners and researchers, in addition to a multidisciplinary team of veterinary specialists from our partner organisations.
- Get the academic requirements needed to register with the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) to work as a veterinary surgeon once you’ve graduated.
Accreditation
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On the sofa: Veterinary Medicine
What you will study
On this course, you’ll learn about different body systems, covering all common companion, equine and production animal species, in addition to wildlife and exotic species.
In your first year, you’ll study topics that are fundamental to veterinary medicine, including anatomy, animal husbandry, cells and genes, physiology and the concept of professionalism. This will provide you with a solid foundation upon which to build the rest of your degree. During your second year, you’ll learn about epidemiology, infectious diseases and pathology, using clinical case studies and a ‘One Health’ approach. You will also gain more advanced skills in handling and restraint, including clinical examination of the common domestic species.
In your third year, you’ll delve deeper into clinical medicine and surgery, diagnostic techniques, pharmacology, scientific methods and evidence-based veterinary medicine. You’ll also get the opportunity to engage in research, including critically evaluating protocols, data and literature.
During your fourth year, your modules are species-based and you’ll revisit anaesthesia, surgery and patient care on visits to the neuter clinic and some of our partners. You’ll learn about sustainability, equality, diversity and inclusion in veterinary practice, in a One Health context, as well as zoological medicine. You’ll also take part in hands-on practical workshops. Each week you’ll focus on a different topic, including critical care and triage medicine, dentistry, how to administer medications and neutering. You’ll work in small groups under the supervision of veterinarians.
In your fifth year, you’ll complete clinical intramural rotations in our extensive network of veterinary practices to further your knowledge, competences, attributes and skills.
Professional recognition
BVMSci (Hons) - Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS)
Accredited by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) for the purpose of eligibility for registration as a veterinary surgeon with that body.
BVMSci (Hons) - Australian Veterinary Boards Council Inc. (AVBC)
On successful completion of this course, you’re recognised for automatic registration by the Australasian Veterinary Boards Council (AVBC)
BVMSci (Hons) - South African Veterinary Council (SAVC)
On successful completion of this course, you’re recognised for automatic registration by the South African Veterinary Council (SAVC)
BVMSci (Hons) - Singaporean Animal & Veterinary Service (AVS)
On successful completion of this course, you¿re recognised for automatic registration by the Singaporean Animal & Veterinary Service (AVS)
Skills development
Throughout your studies, you’ll receive training in the core sciences, and you’ll develop your professional and business skills. These skills include:
- Acting on feedback
- Assessing evidence from the literature
- Communication
- Ethics
- Lifelong learning
- Professionalism
- Self-care and stress management
- Working in teams.
The academic year is divided into two semesters of 15 weeks each. Each semester consists of a period of teaching, revision/directed learning and assessment.
The structure of our programmes follow clear educational aims that are tailored to each programme. These are all outlined in the programme specifications which include further details such as the learning outcomes.
The course content and modules listed for this course are subject to change while we undertake a curriculum design review. Please contact the programme leader if you have any queries about the course.
Modules
Modules listed are indicative, reflecting the information available at the time of publication. Modules are subject to teaching availability, student demand and/or class size caps.
The University operates a credit framework for all taught programmes based on a 15-credit tariff.
Course options
Year 1 - BVMSci (Hons)
Semester 1
Compulsory
This module will present core knowledge and skills in the husbandry and handling of dogs, cats, sheep, cattle and horses. Students will gain insight into why we keep animals and the use or purpose of these animal species and the UK and global industries. They will acquire basic theoretical and practical knowledge of the safe handling and restraint of core animal species, whilst considering biosecurity measures. Students will develop a basic knowledge of normal animal behaviour, ethics, welfare and nutrition and a detailed knowledge of animal husbandry focusing on processes, outcomes and audits. The course will include practicals on animal handling, including personal protection equipment and husbandry audits.
View full module detailsIn this module, students will be introduced to a range of topics, also known as non-technical graduate attributes and informed by the “RCVS Day One competences”, which are essential to employability and a successful veterinary career. The learning and authentic assessment on this module are structured to promote resilience and global/ cultural competence and topics covered include: lifelong learning, working effectively in teams, assessing evidence from the literature, self-care and stress management, communication skills, professionalism, professional ethics and acting on feedback. Teaching and learning is through online, supported self-learning, active learning lectures and workshops, directed study practical sessions in groups, self-directed activities and reflective exercises, and is geared towards promoting resourcefulness and digital capabilities and embracing diversity and inclusivity. Learning within this module will be applied and further developed in subsequent modules within the veterinary training programme.
View full module detailsUnderstanding the molecular aspects of living cells is of vital importance for many other aspects of the veterinary curriculum. This module will combine lecture-based learning with scientific laboratory practical sessions. Initial laboratory skills will be acquired and techniques carried out will be relevant across various disciplines, especially physiology and histology and pathology. The basic concepts of biochemistry and physiology will be introduced. Understanding these concepts and their application acts as a foundation for the rest of the course, contextualizing various pathologies and providing an understanding of how to approach and treat them, enabling veterinary surgeons to practice effectively in the service of animal health and welfare.
View full module detailsThis module will present the student with the structure and function of the integument and the alimentary systems in the various veterinary species. Cases will underpin the presentation of this material to provide context and integration between the disciplines of anatomy, histology, physiology and embryology. Students will use dissection and laboratory sessions to develop their technical competencies. The PBL cases will be used to underpin the anatomy and physiology and to enhance team learning and the development of independent learning skills.
View full module detailsSemester 2
Compulsory
This module will present the student with the structure and function of the cardiovascular, respiratory and musculoskeletal systems in the various veterinary species. Cases will underpin the presentation of this material to provide context and integration between the disciplines of anatomy, histology, and physiology. Students will use dissection and laboratory sessions to develop their technical competencies. The problem-based cases will be used to underpin anatomy and physiology, and to enhance team learning and the development of independent learning skills.
View full module detailsThis module will present the student with the structure and function of the haemopoietic and neurological systems in the various veterinary species. Cases will underpin the presentation of this material to provide context and integration between the disciplines of anatomy, histology, physiology and embryology. Students will use dissection and laboratory sessions to develop their technical competencies. Practicals will be used to underpin the anatomy and physiology and to enhance team learning and the development of independent learning skills.
View full module detailsThe urological system plays a key role in excretion and homeostasis. This module aims to introduce the structure and function of the urological and reproductive systems and how they vary across the veterinary species. This module will combine lecture-based learning and practical sessions. Students will understand how a healthy reproductive system allows an animal to express normal behaviour.
View full module detailsThis module will present the structure and function of the sense organs and the endocrine systems in various veterinary species. Cases will underpin the presentation of this material to provide context and integration between the disciplines of anatomy, histology, physiology and embryology. Students will use dissection and laboratory sessions to develop their technical competencies.
View full module detailsYear 2 - BVMSci (Hons)
Semester 1
Compulsory
This module introduces the student to the pathology of the integument and alimentary tract, including the infectious disease agents that affect them. Students will learn to recognise the changes to the skin and the alimentary tract seen during disease or invasion by viruses, bacteria, parasites and fungal agents. These diseases will be presented in context of One Health and underpinned with clinical case examples introducing clinical pathology results from the various veterinary species.
View full module detailsThis module introduces the student to clinical pathology of body systems and to the pathology of the haematopoietic and lymphoid systems. The student will familiarise with the clinical pathology tests used to evaluate animal health; these will include haematology, biochemistry related to the function of different body systems and cytology of organs, fluids and neoplasia . The response of the haematopoietic and lymphoid systems to invasion by viruses, bacteria, parasites and fungal agents will be discussed. All diseases will be presented in context of One Health and underpinned with clinical case examples.
View full module detailsIn this module, students will assimilate and build upon concepts that they have encountered in previous modules including epidemiology, economics and veterinary public health. The topics are inter-related as they are concerned with how veterinary professionals can influence wider society, beyond individual animal owners. The module also considers the responsibilities that society places upon the profession and upon animal keepers, which provide a context for making decisions in the course of veterinary practice. Important animal-human interactions occur in an ever-changing socio-cultural society, which veterinary professionals need to consider in order to tackle One Health issues. The topics studied here provide the foundation for the study of population medicine and the application of veterinary knowledge to One Health issues and food safety.
View full module detailsThis module introduces the students to general mechanisms of pathology including gross and microscopic changes associated with infectious and non-infectious causes in various species. This will be presented in context with clinical correlates and One Health. Moreover, the students are introduced to the general principles of infectious disease and its pathology as well as the immune system and the host response to pathogen infection. The cellular and tissue changes induced by infection with viruses, bacteria, parasites, fungi and prions will be introduced to the students. These topics will be presented in the context of One Health and underpinned with clinical case examples introducing clinical pathology results from the various veterinary species.
View full module detailsSemester 2
Compulsory
This module introduces the student to the pathology of the cardiovascular, respiratory and musculoskeletal systems, including the infectious disease agents that affect these systems. Students will learn about the changes to the cardiovascular, respiratory and musculoskeletal systems seen with disease or invasion by viruses, bacteria, parasites and fungal agents. These diseases will be presented in context of One Health and underpinned with clinical case examples from the various veterinary species.
View full module detailsThis module introduces the student to the pathology of the urinary and reproductive systems, including the infectious disease agents that affect them. The changes to the urinary and reproductive systems seen with disease or invasion by viruses, microbes, parasites and fungal agents will be introduced. These diseases will be presented in context of One Health and underpinned with clinical case examples introducing clinical pathology results from the various veterinary species.
View full module detailsThis module introduces the student to the pathology of the endocrine and neurological systems and organs of special sense, including the infectious disease agents that affect these systems. These diseases will be presented in context of One Health and underpinned with clinical case examples.
View full module detailsThis module will build upon the Animals in Society 1 (AS1) module taught in Year One of the BVMSci programme. Students will gain more advanced skills in handling and restraint including clinical examination of the core species (cattle, sheep, horse, dog and cat), whilst considering biosecurity measures. This module will present core husbandry knowledge and handling skills in pigs, poultry, camelids, goats, fish, exotic and wildlife species and small mammals including rabbits and rodents. The use or purpose of these animal species and the UK and global industries will be covered. Students will continue to develop knowledge of animal husbandry focusing on processes, outcomes and audits undertaken during their extra-mural studies (EMS). The course will include practicals on animal handling, incorporating personal protection equipment and biosecurity.
View full module detailsYear 3 - BVMSci (Hons)
Semester 1
Compulsory
This module will prepare students for the use of evidence based veterinary medicine. Veterinary science requires a detailed understanding of the research methods used to derive new knowledge. The translation of science into clinical practice and the application of the best current information to optimise patient care requires an understanding of scientific methodology and the processes required to practice evidence-based veterinary medicine. This module is linked closely to Veterinary Research Project VMS3009 in Semester 2 and the practice of evidence-based veterinary medicine in the third, fourth- and fifth-year modules. The module builds upon the knowledge gained in Animals in Society 2: Concepts in Epidemiology and Public Health VMS2008.
View full module detailsThis module will prepare students to topic pertinent to veterinary practice such as of pharmacology, anaesthesiology, surgery and imaging. This module also presents the clinical conditions of the cardiovascular, respiratory, musculoskeletal, integumentary and alimentary systems across the species, the means of their diagnosis and their therapy both with medical and surgical interventions. By presenting conditions across the species, the commonality of disease process and similarities of therapies are illustrated. The species specific therapies will also be highlighted.
View full module detailsSemester 2
Compulsory
This module provides an opportunity for students to participate in a project and develop and apply research methods that are applicable for supporting life-long learning in the veterinary profession.
View full module detailsThis module will prepare students for topics pertinent to professional practice and career planning such as communication, patient safety, practice management and law, and is thus a critical module for employability. It also introduces students to clinical conditions of the urinary, reproductive, haemopoietic, neurological and endocrine systems as well as conditions of the organs of special senses across all veterinary species, the means of their diagnosis and their therapy both with medical and surgical interventions. By presenting conditions across the species, the commonality of disease process and similarities of therapies are illustrated. The species specific therapies will also be explored.
View full module detailsYear 4 - BVMSci (Hons)
Semester 1
Compulsory
Most pathogens of domestic animals and humans originate in wildlife populations. Students will gain an understanding of the transmission of disease across the interface between wildlife, domestic animals and humans and how this is applied to prevention and control measures. The module considers how wildlife and biodiversity contribute to human health and wellbeing, while human activities contribute to disease emergence from wildlife populations to livestock and people. Disease in wildlife can also cause extinction of species impacting biodiversity. In clinical practice, Veterinarians are presented with opportunities to intervene in wildlife health and disease in various contexts and these actions are associated with ethical, economic and logistical challenges. Vets are often working at the interface of wildlife and livestock populations and play a key role in surveillance and identification of new diseases.
View full module detailsSemester 2
Compulsory
This module consists of multiple broad concepts relevant to clinical practice, providing students with a tool kit to understand and contribute to changes in the scientific world and society. Concepts included are; one health, sustainability, antimicrobial resistance, zoonoses, notifiable diseases, emerging infectious diseases and sustainability. Other one health considerations in research such as epidemiology, translational medicine and lab animal medicine will be explored. This module will also discuss the role of international, collaborative surveillance of animal health, globalisation and biosecurity in the prevention of infection and disease. This module will additionally focus on a transdisciplinary approach to health, including exploring the role of government and non-governmental bodies in policy influence and implementation. There will be opportunities to engage with each other and lecturers about inclusivity, diversity, cultural and global competence and relate these considerations to the veterinary profession. This module also aims to exemplify the role that the resilient veterinary surgeon has in the community and the role of human factors in ensuring animal, human and planetary health are considered in clinical decision making. This module aims to prepare students for clinical practice and equip them with knowledge base and tool kit to manage one health and sustainability challenges in diverse contexts.
View full module detailsSemester 1 & 2
Compulsory
This module covers the knowledge required for day one competencies in anaesthesia, surgery and patient care in domestic animals and other species. This module will allow the student to actively participate in all aspects of a routine spay or neuter case to further develop the skills and attributes required when performing surgical procedures in clinical practice.
View full module detailsCore
This module will comprise of three clinical practice units, companion animal, equine and production practice. The content combines the previous student's knowledge of body systems, with husbandry and management of the animal into the context of holistic veterinary clinical medicine at the various stages of the life cycle. The emphasis will be on maintaining animal health, welfare, productivity and performance through a proactive approach, working in partnership with animal managers/owners.
View full module detailsYear 5 - BVMSci (Hons)
Semester 1 & 2
Core
This module consists of 7 x 4 week intra-mural rotation blocks and a Transition into the Profession unit of attendance, which is delivered during the introduction and return weeks. The module rotations provide students with opportunities to further develop day one knowledge, competences, attributes and skills through their integration and application in a workplace-based placement providing an authentic, safe and supervised learning environment, facilitating the transition from student to confident, competent and compassionate veterinarians. Opportunities are provided in a network of clinical practices or facilities which include: Small animal practice Equine practice Production animal practice Referral practice (2 weeks) Emergency and Critical Care (2 weeks) Veterinary public health and veterinary pathology A choice of an additional core rotation elective in Equine, Production Animal or Small Animal practice. Within these practice settings students will be given opportunities to develop and demonstrate the knowledge, professional skills and attributes, practical skills and clinical competences expected of newly-qualified veterinary surgeons. This will be achieved by facilitation of targeted experiences and engagements during the placements, aligned to the following six domains of clinical practice; Veterinary knowledge Technical skills Clinical Reasoning Communication skills Patient Care Professionalism and professional skills
View full module detailsTeaching and learning
Teaching staff
You’ll be taught by lecturers and academics who are registered veterinary practitioners and researchers. Our teaching staff includes internationally registered veterinary specialists.
You’ll also be taught by a multidisciplinary team of veterinary professionals and specialists from our partner practices and organisations.
Day-to-day learning
Your teaching will be delivered through a combination of:
- Group work (e.g. problem-based learning)
- Laboratory-based practicals (e.g. anatomy dissection)
- Lectures, including flipped classroom teaching
- Online learning using captured content
- Placements
- Practical animal handling
- Role plays and immersive simulations
- Tutorials/seminars
- Case-based learning
- Grand rounds
- Tutorials.
Assessment
We use a variety of methods to assess you, including:
- Coursework
- Oral assessment
- Essays
- Written examinations
- Presentations
- In-semester tests
- Portfolio
- Practical assessment (including: Objective Structured Clinical Examinations, Entrustable Professional Activities).
Exit awards
Throughout your five-year studies, you’ll accumulate 600 credits through a range of modules. If you choose to exit the course before the end of the five years, you can still be awarded a qualification, dependent on how many credits you’ve earned:
- 120 credits - Certificate of Higher Education
- 240 credits - Diploma of Higher Education
- 300 credits - Bachelors Degree (Ordinary)
- 360 credits - Bachelors Degree (Honours).
General course information
Contact hours
Contact hours can vary across our modules. Full details of the contact hours for each module are available from the University of Surrey's module catalogue. See the modules section for more information.
Timetable
New students will receive their personalised timetable in Welcome Week. In later semesters, two weeks before the start of semester.
Scheduled teaching can take place on any day of the week (Monday – Friday), with part-time classes normally scheduled on one or two days. Wednesday afternoons tend to be for sports and cultural activities.
View our code of practice for the scheduling of teaching and assessment (PDF) for more information.
Location
Manor Park is home to the School of Veterinary Medicine, plus Surrey Sports Park and Manor Park halls of residence.
We offer careers information, advice and guidance to all students whilst studying with us, which is extended to our alumni for three years after leaving the University.
This course is accredited by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS), which means that on successful completion of your studies, you'll have the academic requirements needed to register to work as a veterinary surgeon. Once registered, you can practise throughout the UK, Channel Islands and the Isle of Man.
Once you’ve graduated, you can also apply to practise outside of the UK and you’ll be recognised for automatic registration by the Australasian Veterinary Boards Council (AVBC), the South African Veterinary Council (SAVC) and the Singaporean Animal and Veterinary Service (AVS). We’re currently working towards accreditation by the European Association of Establishments of Veterinary Education (EAEVE).
100 per cent of graduates from our School of Veterinary Medicine go on to employment or further study (Graduate Outcomes 2023, HESA). With a degree in Veterinary Medicine and Science you could take a role in:
- Veterinary clinical practice
- Pathology
- Conservation medicine
- Research science
- The pharmaceutical industry
- Food safety
- Veterinary public health and policy.
Some students also use this course to apply for further study, including postgraduate research.
You’ll benefit from hands-on learning in our multimillion-pound veterinary clinical skills facilities. These spaces are fitted with the latest teaching equipment, including electrocardiogram (ECG) monitors and simulators, that you’ll use to practise procedures and skills such as surgical procedures, anaesthesia, intravenous and urinary catheterisation, life support and resuscitation, suture placement, venepuncture and more.
You’ll also have practical classes at our Veterinary Pathology Centre, home to our microscopy suites, pathology laboratories, post-mortem examination room and viewing gallery. Here, you’ll learn about the comparative anatomy of different species by watching dissections as they take place, with the opportunity to conduct your own. You’ll perform a necropsy and you’ll examine gross and microscopic pathological specimens to identify common pathological findings.
Your time in our facilities will allow you to practise your communication and clinical skills, essential in a veterinary career and valued by a wide range of employers.
Aiden Pang
Student - Veterinary Medicine and Science BVMSci (Hons)
"I’ve been grateful to be fully immersed in veterinary practice throughout my placements. There have been opportunities for me to work with a huge variety of species, ranging from sharks to servals!"
Nicole D’Mello
Graduate - Veterinary Medicine and Science BVMSci (Hons)
"I'm now a small animal vet and it feels great to finally be independent and in charge of my own cases. I love my job, the practice and the people I work with!"
Learn more about the qualifications we typically accept to study this course at Surrey.
Select your country
If you are studying for Australian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Australia.
UK requirement (A-level) | Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) equivalent | Overall Position (OP) score |
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AAA | 96 | 3 |
AAB | 94 | 4 |
ABB | 92 | 5 |
BBB | 90 | 6 |
BBC | 88 | 7 |
BCC | 86 | 8 |
CCC | 84 | 9 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific-subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Northern Territory | South Australia | Western Australia | Other states/territories |
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Grade A | A (17-19) | A | Please contact admissions@surrey.ac.uk | |
Grade B | B (14-16) | B | Please contact admissions@surrey.ac.uk |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
- English: Year 10 Certificate, English C.
- Mathematics: Year 10 Certificate, Mathematics C.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Austrian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Austria.
UK requirement (A-level) | Matura (Reifeprüfung) equivalent |
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A*AA | 1 in two subjects and 2 in all other subjects |
AAA | 1 in one subject and 2 in all other subjects |
AAB | 1 in one subject and 2 in all other subjects |
ABB | 1 in one subject and 2 in all other subjects |
BBB | 2 overall |
BBC | 2.2 overall |
BCC | 2.4 overall |
CCC | 2.6 overall |
CCD | 2.8 overall |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Matura (Reifeprüfung) equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 1 |
Grade B | 2 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: Matura (Reifeprüfung), English 2 (gut).
Mathematics:
Grade C GCSE equivalent | Matura (Reifeprüfung), Mathematics 4 (genugend) |
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Grade B GCSE equivalent | Matura (Reifeprüfung), Mathematics 3 (befriedigend) |
Grade A GCSE equivalent | Matura (Reifeprüfung), Mathematics 2 (gut) |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications from Azerbaijan.
If you are studying for a Bangladeshi Higher Secondary Certificate qualification, you must obtain a GPA of 5 out of 5 or 80% to apply for our undergraduate courses.
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Higher Secondary Certificate equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 80% |
Grade B | 80% |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics: Higher Secondary Certificate/Intermediate Certificate, Mathematics 60-69.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Belgian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Belgium.
UK requirement (A-level) | Certificat d'Enseignement Secondaire Supérieur (CESS)/ Diploma van Secundair Onderwijs / Diploma van de hogere Secudaire Technische School / Abschlusszeugnis der Oberstufe des Sekundar unterrichts equivalent |
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A*AA | 16/20 or 8/10 or 80% |
AAA | 15.5/20 or 7.8/10 or 78% |
AAB | 15/20 or 7.5/10 or 75% |
ABB | 14.5/20 or 7.3/10 or 73% |
BBB | 14/20, 7/10 or 70% |
BBC | 14/20 or 6.5/10 or 68% |
BCC | 13.5/20 or 6.5/10 or 65% |
CCC | 13/20, 6.5/10 or 65% |
CCD | 12/20, 6/10 or 60% |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Certificat d'Enseignement Secondaire Supérieur (CESS) equivalent |
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Grade A | 16/20 |
Grade B | 14/20 |
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Diploma van Secundair Onderwijs equivalent |
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Grade A | 8/10 |
Grade B | 7/10 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
- English: IELTS Academic required.
- Mathematics:
Grade C GCSE equivalent | Getuigschrift van hoger secundair onderwijs: 12/20 or 6/10 or 60% Certificat d'enseignement secondaire supérieur / Abschlusszeugnis der Oberstufe des Sekundarunterrichts / Dipoloma van Secundair onderwijs: 10/20 or 5/10 or 50% |
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Grade B GCSE equivalent | Getuigschrift van hoger secundair onderwijs: 14/20 or 7/10 or 70% Certificat d'enseignement secondaire supérieur / Abschlusszeugnis der Oberstufe des Sekundarunterrichts / Dipoloma van Secundair onderwijs: 11/20 or 6/10 or 55% |
Grade A GCSE equivalent | Getuigschrift van hoger secundair onderwijs: 16/20 or 8/10 or 80% Certificat d'enseignement secondaire supérieur / Abschlusszeugnis der Oberstufe des Sekundarunterrichts / Dipoloma van Secundair onderwijs: 12/20 or 6/10 or 60% |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications from Botswana.
The Certificado de Conclusão de Ensino Médio/Certificado de Conclusão de Segundo Grau is considered for entry onto our Foundation Years at Surrey. On the course page on our website, please check to see if there is an option for a Foundation Year before making a UCAS application.
- Cambridge O-levels
Accepted with the same requirements as UK GCSEs. - Cambridge A-levels
Accepted with the same requirements as UK A-levels.
If you are studying for Bulgarian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Bulgaria.
UK requirement (A-level) | Diploma za Sredno Obrazovanie equivalent |
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A*AA | 5.8 |
AAA | 5.7 |
AAB | 5.6 |
ABB | 5.5 |
BBB | 5.3 |
BBC | 5.1 |
BCC | 4.9 |
CCC | 4.7 |
CCD | 4.5 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Diploma za Sredno Obrazovanie equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 5.7 |
Grade B | 5.3 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics:
Grade C GCSE equivalent | Diploma za Sredno Obrazovanie*, Pass/3 |
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Grade B GCSE equivalent | Diploma za Sredno Obrazovanie*, Good/4 |
Grade A GCSE equivalent | Diploma za Sredno Obrazovanie*, Good/4 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Canadian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Canada. Please contact the admissions team if you are studying in Quebec, or an institution delivering the Quebec curriculum.
UK requirement (A-level) | Ontario | British Columbia | Other provinces and territories (excluding Quebec) |
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Grade 12 Secondary School Diploma equivalent | |||
A*AA | 80% in six courses | Two As and three Bs | 80% in five courses |
AAA | 80% in six courses | 80% / One A and four Bs | 80% in five courses |
AAB | 75% in six courses | 75% / Five Bs | 75% in five courses |
ABB | 70% in six courses | 70% / Four Bs and one C | 70% in five courses |
BBB | 65% in six courses | 65% / Three Bs and two Cs | 65% in five courses |
BBC | 60% in six courses | 60% / One B and four Cs | 60% in five courses |
BCC | 55% in six courses | 55% / Five Cs | 55% in five courses |
CCC | 50% in six courses | 50% / Four Cs and one D | 50% in five courses |
When a specific subject is required, that subject should be taken in grade 12 of the High School Diploma.
Single Subject Grade | Ontario | British Columbia | Other provinces (excluding Quebec) |
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A | 80% | A | 80% |
B | 75% | B | 75% |
Minimum standard in English and Mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and Mathematics.
English: Applicants who have completed Grade 12 Canadian High School/Secondary School qualifications should achieve grade B or 75% in a grade 12 English module. Applicants who were not required to take grade 12 English, or did not reach the required grade, will be required to take a recognised English language test.
Mathematics: Grade 11 Secondary School Diploma, Mathematics Pass.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and Mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We accept the Chinese National University Entrance Examination (Gaokao) for direct entry to Year 1 UG programmes. Please see the table below for our grade equivalencies:
UK requirement (A-level) | Chinese National University Entrance Examination (Gaokao) |
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AAA | 80% |
AAB | 78% |
ABB | 73% |
BBB | 70% |
BBC | 68% |
BCC | 65% |
CCC | 63% |
Where there is a subject-specific requirement, students should achieve the same % in that subject (e.g. if Maths is a requirement of a BBB subject, the student should achieve 74% in Maths). Senior Secondary School Graduation Certificate and IELTS required.
For further information on these entry requirements, please explore our dedicated China site (中文网站).
If you are studying for Croatian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Croatia.
UK requirement (A-level) | Svjedodžba o Drzavnoj Maturi equivalent |
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A*AA | 5 |
AAA | 4.8 |
AAB | 4.5 |
ABB | 4.3 |
BBB | 4 |
BBC | 3.8 |
BCC | 3.6 |
CCC | 3.4 |
CCD | 3.2 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Svjedodžba o Dravnoj Maturi equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 5 |
Grade B | 4 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
- English: IELTS Academic required.
- Mathematics:
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Svjedodžba o Drzavnoj Maturi, Mathematics 2 |
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GCSE B Grade equivalent | Svjedodžba o Drzavnoj Maturi, Mathematics 2.5 |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Svjedodžba o Drzavnoj Maturi, Mathematics 3 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Cypriot qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Cyprus.
Please note: If you are studying in Northern Cyprus and are looking for our Lise Diplomasi equivalents please visit our Turkey page.
UK requirement (A-level) | Apolytirion equivalent | Apolytirion equivalent (private school, out of 100) |
---|---|---|
A*AA | 19.5 and one A at A-level | |
AAA | 19.5 | 93 |
AAB | 19 | 91 |
ABB | 18.5 | 88 |
BBB | 18 | 86 |
BBC | 17.5 | 83 |
BCC | 17 | 81 |
CCC | 16.5 | 78 |
CCD | 16 | 76 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Apolytirion equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 19 |
Grade B | 18 |
Minimum standard in English and Mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics:
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Apolytirion or Lykeion, 14 in a mathematics-based subject (inc Accounting) |
---|---|
GCSE B Grade equivalent | Apolytirion or Lykeion, 15 in a mathematics-based subject (inc Accounting) |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Apolytirion or Lykeion, 15 in a mathematics-based subject (inc Accounting) |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Czech qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Czech Republic.
UK requirement (A-level) | Maturitní zkoušce/Maturita equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | 1 overall with no less than 2 in any subject and at least two scores of 1 |
AAA | 1.3 overall with no less than 2 in any subject and at least one score of 1 |
AAB | 1.5 overall with no less than 2 in any subject |
ABB | 1.7 overall with no less than 2.5 in any subject |
BBB | 2 overall |
BBC | 2.5 overall |
BCC | 2.7 overall |
CCC | 3 overall |
CCD | 3.5 overall |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Maturitní zkoušce/Maturita equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 1 |
Grade B | 2 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
- English: IELTS Academic required.
- Mathematics:
Grade C | *Maturitní zkoušce*/*Maturita*, 4 (*Dostatecny*). |
---|---|
Grade B | *Maturitní zkoušce*/*Maturita*, 3 (*Dobrý*). |
Grade A | *Maturitní zkoušce*/*Maturita*, 3 (*Dobrý*). |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Danish qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Denmark.
UK requirement (A-level) | Højere Forberedelseseksamen (HF), Højere Handelseksamen (HHX), Højere Teknisk Eksamen (HTX), Studentereksamen (STX) equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | 12 |
AAA | 12 |
AAB | 10 |
ABB | 10 |
BBB | 7 |
BBC | 7 |
BCC | 7 |
CCC | 4 |
CCD | 4 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Hojere Forberedelseseksamen (HF) / Hojere Handelseksamen (HHX) / Hojere Teknisk Eksamen (HTX) / Studentereksamen (STX) equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 10 |
Grade B | 7 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
- English: Hojere Forberedelseseksamen (HF) / Hojere Handelseksamen (HHX) / Hojere Teknisk Eksamen (HTX) / Studentereksamen (STX) - 7. If you have taken the Folkeskolens 10 Klasseprove then we will require IELTs.
- Mathematics:
Grade C | Hojere Forberedelseseksamen (HF) / Hojere Handelseksamen (HHX) / Hojere Teknisk Eksamen (HTX) / Studentereksamen (STX) - 02 Folkeskolens 10 Klasseprove - 7 |
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Grade B | Hojere Forberedelseseksamen (HF) / Hojere Handelseksamen (HHX) / Hojere Teknisk Eksamen (HTX) / Studentereksamen (STX) - 04 Folkeskolens 10 Klasseprove - 10 |
Grade A | Hojere Forberedelseseksamen (HF) / Hojere Handelseksamen (HHX) / Hojere Teknisk Eksamen (HTX) / Studentereksamen (STX) - 04 Folkeskolens 10 Klasseprove - 12 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications from Egypt.
If you are studying for Estonian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Estonia.
UK requirement (A-level) | Gümnaasiumi lõputunnistus (Secondary School Certificate) equivalent with the Riigieksamitunnistus |
---|---|
A*AA | 95% overall and scores of 5.0 in at least three individual subjects |
AAA | 90% overall and scores of 5.0 in at least three individual subjects |
AAB | 85% overall and scores of 4.5 in at least three individual subjects |
ABB | 80% overall and scores of 4.5 in at least three individual subjects |
BBB | 75% overall and scores of 4.0 in at least three individual subjects |
BBC | 70% overall and scores of 4.0 in at least three individual subjects |
BCC | 65% overall and scores of 4.0 in at least three individual subjects |
CCC | 60% overall and scores of 3.5 in at least three individual subjects |
CCD | 60% overall and scores of 3.5 in at least three individual subjects |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Gümnaasiumi lõputunnistus (Secondary School Certificate) equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 90% (state exam) or 5.0 (school exam) |
Grade B | 85% (state exam) or 4.5 (school exam) |
*If maths is required A-Level subject then the student must have studied "Extensive mathematics" (not Narrow Mathematics)*
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English
- IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics:
Grade C | Gümnaasiumi lõputunnistus - 3 |
---|---|
Grade B | Gümnaasiumi lõputunnistus - 4 |
Grade A | Gümnaasiumi lõputunnistus - 4 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Finnish qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Finland.
UK requirement (A-level) | Ylioppilastutkinto/Studentexamen equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | L E E M |
AAA | E E M M |
AAB | E M M M |
ABB | E M M M |
BBB | M M M M |
BBC | M M M C |
BCC | M M M C |
CCC | C C C C |
CCD | C C C B |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Ylioppilastutkinto/Studentexamen equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | E |
Grade B | M |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English:
Ylioppilastukintotodistus / Studentexamensbetyg - M / 5
Mathematics:
Grade C | *Ylioppilastutkinto*/*Studentexamen*, A / 2 |
---|---|
Grade B | *Ylioppilastutkinto*/*Studentexamen*, B / 3 |
Grade A | *Ylioppilastutkinto*/*Studentexamen*, C / 4 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for French qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for France.
UK requirement (A-level) | Baccalauréat equivalent |
---|---|
AAA | 14 |
AAB | 13.5 |
ABB | 13 |
BBB | 12.5 |
BBC | 12 |
BCC | 11.5 |
CCC | 11 |
CCD | 10.5 |
UK requirement (A-level) | Option Internationale du Baccalauréat (OIB) / French International Baccalauréat (BFI) equivalent |
---|---|
AAA | 14 |
AAB | 13 |
ABB | 13 |
BBB | 12 |
BBC | 11.5 |
BCC | 11 |
CCC | 11 |
CCD | 10.5 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Baccalauréat equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 14 |
Grade B | 13 |
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Option Internationale du Baccalauréat (OIB) / French International Baccalauréat (BFI) equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | Same as overall requirement |
Grade B | Same as overall requirement |
Where Mathematics is a required A-level subject, we expect you to study Spécialité Maths (Advanced Maths) in Terminale; however, where Mathematics is required as a second Science subject, we will accept Maths Complémentaires (General Maths) in Terminale. For Engineering courses that ask for Physics as a required subject, we will accept Engineering Sciences.
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and Mathematics.
English:
- Baccalauréat, English, 12.
- OIB, English, 10.
Mathematics:
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Baccalauréat, Mathematics 10 |
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GCSE B Grade equivalent | Baccalauréat, Mathematics 11 |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Baccalauréat, Mathematics 11 |
Alternatively, where Mathematics is not studied as part of the Baccalauréat, we will accept Mathematics studies until the end of Seconde, where evidence can be provided of 10/20 in school assessments.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and Mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for German qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Germany.
UK requirement (A-level) | Abitur equivalent |
---|---|
AAA | 1.6 |
AAB | 1.8 |
ABB | 2.0 |
BBB | 2.2 |
BBC | 2.4 |
BCC | 2.6 |
CCC | 2.8 |
CCD | 3.0 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Abitur equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 13/15 |
Grade B | 12/15 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Abitur - 10 Realschulabschluss / Mittlere Reife / Mittlerer Schulabschluss / Erweiterter Realschulabschluss / Fachoberschulreife / Fachhochschulreife / Sekundarabschluss - 2 |
---|---|
GCSE B Grade equivalent | Abitur - 11 Realschulabschluss / Mittlere Reife / Mittlerer Schulabschluss / Erweiterter Realschulabschluss / Fachoberschulreife / Fachhochschulreife / Sekundarabschluss - 2 |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Abitur - 11 Realschulabschluss / Mittlere Reife / Mittlerer Schulabschluss / Erweiterter Realschulabschluss / Fachoberschulreife / Fachhochschulreife / Sekundarabschluss - 1 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept the Ghanaian Senior Secondary School Certificate.
If you are studying for Greek qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Greece.
UK requirement (A-level) | Apolytirion equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | 19.5 and one A at A-level |
AAA | 19.5 |
AAB | 19 |
ABB | 18.5 |
BBB | 18 |
BBC | 17.5 |
BCC | 17 |
CCC | 16.5 |
CCD | 16 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Apolytirion equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 19 |
Grade B | 18 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics:
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Apolytirion or Lykeion, 14 in a mathematics-based subject |
---|---|
GCSE B Grade equivalent | Apolytirion or Lykeion, 15 in a mathematics-based subject |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Apolytirion or Lykeion, 15 in a mathematics-based subject |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We welcome applicants with Pan-Hellenic qualifications, although these will not form part of any offer made.
If you are studying for a qualification in Hong Kong, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Hong Kong.
UK requirement (A-level) | Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) equivalent | Associate Degree, Higher Certificate or Higher Diploma - 1st year entry | Associate Degree, Higher Certificate or Higher Diploma - 2nd year entry |
---|---|---|---|
AAA | 554 to include two electives | 3.1 overall | 3.3 overall |
AAB | 544 to include two electives | 3.0 overall | 3.2 overall |
ABB | 444 to include two electives | 2.9 overall | 3.1 overall |
BBB | 443 to include two electives | 2.8 overall | 3.0 overall |
BBC | 433 to include two electives | 2.7 overall | 3.0 overall |
BCC | 333 to include two electives | 2.6 overall | 3.0 overall |
CCC | 332 to include two electives | 2.5 overall | 3.0 overall |
Associate degrees
If you have an associate degree, you can apply for first or second year entry.
For 1st year entrants:
- You must meet the subject requirements, either through the secondary or post-secondary studies
For 2nd year entrants:
- You must have covered the modules and content included in the first year of the Surrey degree course (as assessed by the appropriate admissions tutor). Your secondary qualifications (e.g. HKDSE) will also be taken into account during your application.
We do not include Liberal Studies in our offers.
If you do not meet the entry requirements, you can apply to study for an International Foundation Year at our International Study Centre, which will prepare you for a full undergraduate degree course.
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 5 (elective) |
Grade B | 4 (elective) |
When A-level Maths is a required subject, the extended part of HKDSE Maths is required.
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE), English 4.
Mathematics: Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE), Mathematics 3.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for a Hungarian qualification, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Hungary.
UK requirement (A-level) | Érettségi/Matura equivalent |
---|---|
AAA | 5, 5 in two advanced level subjects and 5, 5, 5 in three intermediate level subjects |
AAB | 5, 5 in two advanced level subjects and 5, 5, 4 in three intermediate level subjects |
ABB | 5, 5 in two advanced level subjects and 5, 4, 4 in three intermediate level subjects |
BBB | 5, 5 in two advanced level subjects and 4, 4, 4 in three intermediate level subjects |
BBC | 5, 4 in two Advanced Level subjects and 5, 4, 4 in three Intermediate Level subjects |
BCC | 5, 4 in two Advanced Level subjects and 4, 4, 4 in three Intermediate Level subjects |
CCC | 4, 4 in two Advanced Level subjects and 4, 4, 4 in three Intermediate Level subjects |
CCD | 4, 4 in two Advanced Level subjects and 4, 4, 3 in three Intermediate Level subjects |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Érettségi/Matura equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 5 at Advanced level at 75% or above |
Grade B | 5 Advanced level at 70% or above |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics:
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Érettségi/Matura, pass (2). |
---|---|
GCSE B Grade equivalent | Érettségi/Matura, average (3). |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Érettségi/Matura, average (3). |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for an Indian qualification, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for India.
UK requirement (A-level) to Standard XII equivalent:
A-levels | ICSE/CBSE/ISC boards | West Bengal board | Other boards |
---|---|---|---|
A*AA | 90% | 80% | 92% |
AAA | 85% | 75% | 90% |
AAB | 80% | 70% | 85% |
ABB | 75% | 65% | 80% |
BBB | 70% | 60% | 75% |
BBC | 65% | 55% | 70% |
BCC | 60% | 50% | 65% |
CCC | 55% | 45% | 60% |
Subject requirements
UK subject requirement (A-level) | ICSE/CBSE/ISC boards | West Bengal board | Other boards |
---|---|---|---|
Standard XII equivalent | |||
Grade A | 80% | 75% | 85% |
Grade B | 70% | 65% | 75% |
Grade C | 60% | 55% | 65% |
Grade D | 50% | 45% | 55% |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English:
- Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) / Standard XII , English 70% from CBSE or ISC exam boards
- Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) / Standard XII, English 80% from the majority of Indian state boards (excluding Haryana, Andhra Pradesh/Telangana/U.P./Bihar/Gujrat/Punjab).
Mathematics:
40% in either of the following All India Standard X qualifications:
- All India Secondary School Examination (Exam board = Central Board of Secondary Education)
- Indian Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (Exam board = Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations, New Delhi)
Alternatively, 50% in Standard X from a state board.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications from Indonesia.
If you are studying for an Iranian qualification, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Iran.
UK requirement (A-level) | Peeshdaneshgahe (Pre-University Certificate) (up until 2019), National University Entrance Examination (Kunkur) |
---|---|
AAA - AAB | 16/20 overall |
ABB - BBB | 14/20 overall |
BBC | 13/20 overall |
BCC | 12/20 overall |
CCC | 11/20 overall |
Award of the High School Diploma (Theoretical Stream, post-2019) studied between 4-5 years, with an overall grade of 14*. The Technical and Vocational stream and Work and Knowledge stream will not be acceptable for direct entry.
*dependent on subject requirements
We do not accept school leaving qualifications from Iraq.
If you are studying for an Irish qualification, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Ireland.
UK requirement (A-level) | Irish Leaving Certificate (Higher Level) equivalent |
---|---|
AAA | H2, H2, H2, H2, H2, H2 |
AAB | H2, H2, H2, H2, H3, H3 |
ABB | H2, H2, H2, H3, H3, H3 |
BBB | H2, H3, H3, H3, H3, H3 |
BBC | H3, H3, H3, H3, H3, H4 |
BCC | H3, H3, H3, H4, H4, H4 |
CCC | H3, H4, H4, H4, H4, H4 |
CCD | H4, H4, H4, H4, H5, H5 H4, H4, H4, H4, O1, O1 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Irish Leaving Certificate (Higher Level) equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | H2 |
Grade B | H3 |
We will look at the QQI Level 5 Certificate on a case by case basis depending on module relevance to chosen degree programme. Please contact Admissions for more information.
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English and mathematics:
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Irish Leaving Certificate - O4 |
---|---|
GCSE B Grade equivalent | Irish Leaving Certificate - O3 |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Irish Leaving Certificate - O3 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for an Italian qualification, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Italy.
UK requirement (A-level) | Diploma conseguito con l’Esame di Stato equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | 96 |
AAA | 95 |
AAB | 90 |
ABB | 85 |
BBB | 80 |
BBC | 75 |
BCC | 70 |
CCC | 65 |
CCD | 60 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Individual subject mark |
---|---|
Grade A | 9/10 |
Grade B | 8/10 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics:
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Diploma di Esame di Stato, Pass (6) |
---|---|
GCSE B Grade equivalent | Diploma di Esame di Stato, Pass (6) |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Diploma di Esame di Stato, Pass (7) |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept the Upper Secondary School Certificate.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications from Jordan.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications from Kazakhstan.
Accepted qualifications
- Kenyan Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE)
Accepted with the same requirements as UK GCSEs. - Cambridge Overseas Higher School Certificate (COHSC)
- East African Advanced Certificate of Education (EAACE)
- Kenya Advanced Certificate of Education (KACE)
Accepted with the same requirements as UK A-levels.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications from Kuwait.
If you are studying for a Latvian qualification, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Latvia.
UK requirement (A-level) | Atestāts par vispārējo vidējo izglītību equivalent |
---|---|
AAA | 9.5 overall with at least 80% in three state exams |
AAB | 9.0 overall with at least 80% in three state exams |
ABB | 8.5 with at least 80% in three state exams |
BBB | 8.0 – with at least 80% in one state exam and 75% in 2 state exams |
BBC | 7.5 - with at least 75% in three state exams |
BCC | 7.5 - with at least 75% in two state exams and 70% in one state exam |
CCC | 7.0 - with at least 75% in one state exams and 70% in two state exams |
CCD | 6.5 - with at least 70% in three state exams |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Atestāts par vispārējo vidējo izglītību equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 90% |
Grade B | 90% |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics:
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Atestāts par vispārējo vidējo izglītību - Pass (4) |
---|---|
GCSE B Grade equivalent | Atestāts par vispārējo vidējo izglītību - Pass (5) |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Atestāts par vispārējo vidējo izglītību - Pass (6) |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept the General Secondary Education Certificate.
If you are studying for a Lithuanian qualification, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Lithuania.
UK requirement (A-level) | Brandos Atestatas equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | 9.5 – with at least 95% in three state exams, including relevant subjects |
AAA | 9.0 – with at least 90% in three state exams, including relevant subjects |
AAB | 9.0 – with at least 87% in three state exams, including relevant subjects |
ABB | 8.5 – with at least 85% in three state exams, including relevant subjects |
BBB | 8.0 – with at least 80% in three state exams, including relevant subjects |
BBC | 7.5 - with at least 75% in three state exams, including relevant subjects |
BCC | 7.0 - with at least 75% in three state exams, including relevant subjects |
CCC | 7.0 - with at least 70% in three state exams, including relevant subjects |
CCD | 6.5 with at least 70% in three state exams |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Brandos Atestatas equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 90% |
Grade B | 80% |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics:
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Brandos Atestatas, 6 |
---|---|
GCSE B Grade equivalent | Brandos Atestatas, 7 |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Brandos Atestatas, 7 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for qualifications from Luxembourg, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Luxembourg.
UK requirement (A-level) | Diplôme de Fin d'Études Secondaires equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | 51 |
AAA | 48 |
AAB | 46 |
ABB | 44 |
BBB | 42 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Diplôme de Fin d'Études Secondaires equivalent |
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Grade A | 48 |
Grade B | 39 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics: *Certificat de Fin d'études Moyennes*, Maths 40-47.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for a Malaysian qualification, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses.
Suitably qualified applicants can be considered for Year 2 entry. Please refer enquiries to international@surrey.ac.uk.
The table below shows grade equivalencies for Malaysia.
UK requirement (A-level) | Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) equivalent |
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A*AA | A, A-, A- |
AAA | A-, A-, A- |
AAB | A-, A-, B+ |
ABB | A-, B+, B+ |
BBB | B+, B+, B+ |
BBC | B-, B-, C+ |
BCC | B-, B-, C+ |
CCC | B-, C+, C+ |
UK requirement (A-level) | Matrikulasi equivalent | Diploma equivalent (considered on a case-by-case basis) |
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AAA | CGPA 3.4 | CGPA 3.20 |
AAB | CGPA 3.3 | CGPA 3.10 |
ABB | CGPA 3.2 | CGPA 3.00 |
BBB | CGPA 3.1 | CGPA 2.90 |
BBC | CGPA 3.0 | CGPA 2.90 |
BCC | CGPA 2.9 | CGPA 2.80 |
CCC | CGPA 2.8 | CGPA 2.70 |
UK requirement (A-level) | Unified Examination Certificate |
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AAB | B3 in five subjects (excluding Chinese and Malay) |
ABB | B3 in five subjects (excluding Chinese and Malay) |
BBB | B4 in five subjects (excluding Chinese and Malay) |
BBC | B4 in five subjects (excluding Chinese and Malay) |
BCC | B5 in five subjects (excluding Chinese and Malay) |
CCC | B5 in five subjects (excluding Chinese and Malay) |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | A- |
Grade B | B+ |
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Matrikulasi equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 3.67 |
Grade B | 3.33 |
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) |
---|---|
Grade A | A2 |
Grade B | B4 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) English with CEFR grade B2 in all components OR Pre-2021, Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM), 1119 Advanced English C.
Mathematics: Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM), Mathematics C.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Maltese qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Malta.
UK requirement (A-level) | MEC Advanced | MEC Intermediate |
---|---|---|
AAA | AA | AAA |
AAB | AB | AAB |
ABB | AB | ABB |
BBB | BBB | BB |
BBC | BC | BBC |
BCC | BC | BCC |
CCC | CC | CCC |
CCD | CD | CCD |
Please note: you will need the Advanced and Intermediate, so for BBB in the UK A-levels we would ask for BB MEC Advanced and BBB MEC Intermediate.
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Advanced Matriculation Certificate equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | A |
Grade B | B |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: Secondary Education Certificate, English, 3
Mathematics:
Grade C/4 | Secondary Education Certificate, 5. |
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Grade B/5 | Secondary Education Certificate, 4. |
Grade A/7 | Secondary Education Certificate, 2 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We accept the following qualifications:
GCE O-levels
Accepted with the same requirements as UK GCSEs.Cambridge Overseas Higher School Certificate/GCE Advanced Level
Accepted with the same requirements as UK A-levels.
We do not accept the Diplomă de Bacalaureat from Moldova for year 1 entry. However, a foundation course or evidence of further study will be considered.
If you are studying for qualifications in the Netherlands, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for the Netherlands.
UK requirement (A-level) | Voorbereidend Wetenschappelijk Onderwijs (VWO) |
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AAA | 8 |
AAB | 7.8 |
ABB | 7.4 |
BBB | 7.2 |
BBC | 7 |
BCC | 6.8 |
CCC | 6.6 |
CCD | 6.4 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK requirement (A-level) | Voorbereidend Wetenschappelijk Onderwijs (VWO) |
---|---|
Grade A | 8.0 |
Grade B | 7.5 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: VWO/Hoger Algemeen Voortgezet Onderwijs (HAVO) diploma 8
Mathematics:
Grade C | VWO/Hoger Algemeen Voortgezet Onderwijs (HAVO) diploma 6 |
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Grade B | VWO/Hoger Algemeen Voortgezet Onderwijs (HAVO) diploma 6 |
Grade A | VWO/Hoger Algemeen Voortgezet Onderwijs (HAVO) diploma 6.5 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for New Zealand qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for New Zealand.
UK requirement (A-level) | Grade equivalence |
---|---|
AAA | NCEA Level 3 with Excellence endorsement |
AAB | NCEA Level 3 with Merit endorsement including 30 level 3 credits at Excellence |
ABB | NCEA Level 3 with Merit endorsement including 27 level 3 credits at Excellence |
BBB | NCEA Level 3 with Merit endorsement including 24 Level 3 credits at Excellence |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA), Level 3 equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 20 Level 3 credits in the required subject, with Excellence (E) in 15 credits. |
Grade B | 20 Level 3 credits in the required subject, with Excellence (E) in 12 credits. |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA), English, Achieved.
Mathematics: National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA), Mathematics, Achieved.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) from Nigeria.
If you are studying for Norwegian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Norway.
UK requirement (A-level) | Vitnemal for Videregående Oppleaering (VVO) / Vitnemål fra den Videregående Skole equivalent |
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A*AA | VVO (with generell studiekompetanse) with 5.0 overall |
AAA | VVO (with generell studiekompetanse) with 4.5 overall |
AAB | VVO (with generell studiekompetanse) with 4.5 overall |
ABB | VVO (with generell studiekompetanse) with 4.0 overall |
BBB | VVO (with generell studiekompetanse) with 4.0 overall |
BBC | VVO (with generell studiekompetanse) with 3.5 overall |
BCC | VVO (with generell studiekompetanse) with 3.0 overall |
CCC | VVO (with generell studiekompetanse) with 2.5 overall |
CCD | VVO (with generell studiekompetanse) with 2.0 overall |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Vitnemal for Videregående Oppleaering (VVO) / Vitnemål fra den Videregående Skole equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 4.5 |
Grade B | 4.0 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: Vitnemal for Videregående Oppleaering (VVO) / Vitnemål fra den Videregående Skole, English 4.
Mathematics:
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Vitnemal for Videregående Oppleaering (VVO) /Vitnemål fra den Videregående Skole/ Vitnemal for Grunnskolen 2 (Pass) |
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GCSE B Grade equivalent | Vitnemal for Videregående Oppleaering (VVO) / Vitnemål fra den Videregående Skole/ Vitnemal for Grunnskolen 2.5 (Pass) |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Vitnemal for Videregående Oppleaering (VVO) / Vitnemål fra den Videregående Skole/ Vitnemal for Grunnskolen 2.5 (Pass) |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications from Oman.
We consider a range of high school qualifications for entry onto our undergraduate courses.
We consider a range of high school qualifications for entry onto our undergraduate courses.
We consider a range of high school qualifications for entry onto our undergraduate courses.
Take a look at country-specific information for certain countries in the Middle East.
We consider a range of high school qualifications for entry onto our undergraduate courses.
If you are a student from Brazil then take a look at the country-specific entry requirements.
We consider a range of high school qualifications for entry onto our undergraduate courses.
Take a look at country-specific information for certain countries in South Asia.
We consider a range of high school qualifications for entry onto our undergraduate courses.
Take a look at country-specific information for certain countries in South East Asia.
We do not accept the Intermediate/Higher Secondary Certificate from Pakistan.
If you are studying for Polish qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Poland.
UK requirement (A-level) | Świadectwo Dojrzałości equivalent |
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A*AA | 90 per cent in all written standard level subjects including three extended level subjects, each at 90 per cent. |
AAA | 90 per cent in all written standard level subjects including three extended level subjects, each at 85 per cent. |
AAB | 85 per cent in all written standard level subjects, including three extended level subjects, each at 80 per cent. |
ABB | 80 per cent in all written standard level subjects, including three extended level subjects, each at 75 per cent. |
BBB | 75 per cent in all written standard level subjects, including three extended level subjects, each at 70 per cent. |
BBC | 70 per cent in all written standard level subjects, including three extended level subjects, each at 65 per cent. |
BCC | 70 per cent in all written standard level subjects, including three extended level subjects, each at 60 per cent. |
CCC | 60 per cent in all written standard level subjects, including three extended level subjects, each at 60 per cent. |
CCD | 60 per cent in all written standard level subjects, including three extended level subjects, each at 55 per cent. |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Świadectwo Dojrzałości/Matura equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 80 per cent at extended level. |
Grade B | 70 per cent at extended level. |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics:
Grade C | *Świadectwo Dojrzałości*/*Matura*, 30% |
Grade B | *Świadectwo Dojrzałości /*Matura*, 30% |
Grade A | *Świadectwo Dojrzałości*/*Matura*, 40% |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Portuguese qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Portugal.
UK requirement (A-level) | Certificado de fim de Estudos Secundários / Diploma Nivel Secundaro de Educacao / Certificado Nivel Secundaro de Educacao / Diploma de Ensino Secundario / Certidao do Decimo Segundo Ano / Certificado de Habilitacoes do Ensino Secundario equivalent |
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AAA | 17< |
AAB | 16.5 |
ABB | 16 |
BBB | 15.5 |
BBC | 15 |
BCC | 14.5 |
CCC | 14 |
CCD | 13.5 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Certificado de fim de Estudos Secundários / Diploma Nivel Secundaro de Educacao / Certificado Nivel Secundaro de Educacao / Diploma de Ensino Secundario / Certidao do Decimo Segundo Ano / Certificado de Habilitacoes do Ensino Secundario equivalent |
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Grade A | 17 |
Grade B | 16 |
Where maths is a required subject at A-level, applicants will be required to achieve Certifcado de fim de Estudos Secundarios maths at 17 for A-level Grade A, 16 for Grade B and 15 for Grade C.
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
All applicants for undergraduate courses must also meet a minimum standard in English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required
Mathematics:
Grade C | *Certificado de fim de Estudos Secundários* 10 |
Grade B | *Certificado de fim de Estudos Secundários* 11 |
Grade A | *Certificado de fim de Estudos Secundários* 12 |
If maths does not appear in the final Certifcado de fim de Estudos Secundarios (or other named qualifications above) or if the above grades were not met, we can accept maths in the Y9 high school transcript at the following grades:
GCSE C | 3/5 |
GCSE B | 4/5 |
GCSE A | 5/5 |
We do not accept Qatar school leaving qualifications.
If you are studying for Romanian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Romania.
UK requirement (A-level) | Diplomă de Bacalaureat equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | 9.3 overall |
AAA | 9.0 overall |
AAB | 8.5 overall |
ABB | 8.0 overall |
BBB | 8.0 overall |
BBC | 7.5 overall |
BCC | 6.0 overall |
CCC | 6.5 overall |
CCD | 6.0 overall |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Diplomă de Bacalaureat equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 9.0 |
Grade B | 8.0 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
All applicants for undergraduate courses must also meet a minimum standard in English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required
Mathematics:
Grade C |
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Grade B |
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Grade A |
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Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept the Certificate of Secondary (Complete) General Education.
We do not accept the Tawjihiyah (General Secondary Education Certificate).
If you are studying for Singaporean qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Singapore.
UK requirement (A-level) | Singapore/Cambridge A-levels (H2) equivalent |
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AAA | AAB |
AAB | ABB |
ABB | BBB |
BBB | BBC |
BBC | BCC |
BCC | CCC |
CCC | CCD |
UK requirement (A-level) | Singapore Polytechnic Diploma equivalent |
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A*AA | GPA of 3.2 |
AAA | GPA of 3.1 |
AAB | GPA of 3.0 |
ABB | GPA of 2.9 |
BBB | GPA of 2.8 |
BBC | GPA of 2.7 |
BCC | GPA of 2.6 |
CCC | GPA of 2.5 |
Suitably qualified applicants can be considered for Year 2 entry. Please refer enquiries to international@surrey.ac.uk.
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Singapore/Cambridge A-levels (H2) equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | A |
Grade B | B |
Minimum standard in English and Mathematics
All applicants for undergraduate courses must also meet a minimum standard in English and Mathematics.
English: Singapore/Cambridge O-level English at grade C. The Singapore Integrated Programme satisfies the English requirement.
Mathematics: Singapore/Cambridge O-level mathematics at grade C. The Singapore Integrated Programme satisfies the mathematics requirement.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Slovakian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Slovakia.
UK requirement (A-level) | Maturitná skúška equivalent |
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A*AA | 1.0 |
AAA | 1.5 |
AAB | 1.5 |
ABB | 2.0 |
BBB | 2.0 |
BBC | 2.2 |
BCC | 2.4 |
CCC | 2.6 |
CCD | 2.8 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Maturitná skúška equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 1.5 |
Grade B | 2.0 |
All applicants for undergraduate courses must also meet a minimum standard in English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required
Mathematics:
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Maturitná skúška 4 (Dostatocny) |
GCSE B Grade equivalent | Maturitná skúška 3 (Dobry) |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Maturitná skúška 3 (Dobry) |
Alternatively, where mathematics is not studied as part of the Maturitná skúška, we will accept mathematics in the Y11 or Y12 high school transcript at the same grades outlined above.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Slovenian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Slovenia.
UK requirement (A-level) | Matura Spricevalo equivalent |
---|---|
AAA | 25 points overall |
AAB | 24 points overall |
ABB | 23 points overall |
BBB | 22 points overall |
BBC | 21 points overall |
BCC | 20 points overall |
CCC | 19 points overall |
CCD | 18 points overall |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level.
Subjects that ask specifically for mathematics or require English A-Level (English Literature BA or English Literature with Creative Writing BA):
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Matura equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 7 at higher level |
Grade B | 6 at higher level |
For all other required subjects and where mathematics is a second science:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Matura equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 5 at standard level |
Grade B | 4 at standard level |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
All applicants for undergraduate courses must also meet a minimum standard in English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required
Mathematics:
Grade C | Matura Spricevalo 2.0 |
Grade B | Matura Spricevalo 2.0 |
Grade A | Matura Spricevalo 3.0 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for South African qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for South Africa.
UK requirement (A-level) | Senior Certificate (with matriculation endorsement) |
---|---|
AAA | 77666 |
AAB | 76666 |
ABB | 76666 |
BBB | 66666 |
BBC | 66655 |
BCC | 66555 |
CCC | 55555 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Senior Certificate (with matriculation endorsement) equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 7 |
Grade B | 6 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
All applicants for undergraduate courses must also meet a minimum standard in English and mathematics.
English: Senior Certificate (with matriculation endorsement), English 5.
Mathematics: Senior Certificate (with matriculation endorsement), Mathematical Literacy 5 or Maths 4.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept the High School Diploma.
If you are studying for Spanish qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Spain.
UK requirement (A-level) | Título de Bachillerato equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | 9.0 overall |
AAA | 8.5 overall |
AAB | 8.0 overall |
ABB | 7.8 overall |
BBB | 7.5 overall |
BBC | 7.3 overall |
BCC | 7.0 overall |
CCC | 6.5 overall |
CCD | 6.0 overall |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Título de Bachillerato equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 9.0 |
Grade B | 8.0 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
All applicants for undergraduate courses must also meet a minimum standard in English and mathematics.
English: IELTS required
Mathematics:
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Graduado en Educacion Secundaria (GES) 5 / Titulo de Bachillerato 5 |
GCSE B Grade equivalent | Graduado en Educacion Secundaria (GES) 6 / Titulo de Bachillerato 5 |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Graduado en Educacion Secundaria (GES) 7/ Titulo de Bachillerato 6 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Sri Lankan qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Sri Lanka:
UK requirement (A-level) | Sri Lankan General Certificate of Education (Advanced level) equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | AAA |
AAA | AAA |
AAB | AAB |
ABB | ABB |
BBB | BBB |
BBC | BBC |
BCC | BCC |
CCC | CCC |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Sri Lankan General Certificate of Education (Advanced level) equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | A |
Grade B | B |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
All applicants for undergraduate courses must also meet a minimum standard in English and mathematics.
English: Cambridge O-level, English at grade C
Mathematics: Cambridge/Sri Lankan O-level, mathematics at grade C
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Swedish qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Sweden.
UK requirement (A-level) | Avgångsbetyg/Slutbetyg från Gymnasieskola/Högskoleförberedande examen equivalent |
---|---|
AAA | A grades in the majority of subjects (18.5 points) |
AAB | A and B grades in the majority of subjects (18 points) |
ABB | B grades in the majority of subjects (17.5 points) |
BBB | B grades in the majority of subjects (17 points) |
BBC | B grades in the majority of subjects (16.5 points) |
BCC | B and C grades in the majority of subjects (15.5 points) |
CCC | B and C grades in the majority of subjects (14.5 points) |
CCD | C grades in the majority of subjects (13.5 points) |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Avgångsbetyg / Slutbetyg från Gymnasieskola examen equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | A |
Grade B | B |
Grade C | C |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
GCSE English:
Courses requiring GCSE English Language C (4) or B (5) - English 6 grade C or English 5 grade B in one of the following qualifications:
Avgångsbetyg
Slutbetyg från Gymnasieskola
Slutbetyg fran Grundskola
Courses requiring GCSE English Language Grade A / 7 – English 6 at Grade B in one of the following qualifications:
Avgångsbetyg
Slutbetyg från Gymnasieskola
Slutbetyg fran Grundskola
GCSE Mathematics
Courses requiring GCSE Mathematics Grade C (4) or B (5) – Maths at Grade E in one of the following qualifications:
Avgångsbetyg
Slutbetyg från Gymnasieskola
Slutbetyg fran Grundskola
Courses requiring GCSE Mathematics Grade A / 7 – Maths at Grade D in one of the following qualifications
Avgångsbetyg
Slutbetyg från Gymnasieskola
Slutbetyg fran Grundskola
If you are studying for Swiss qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Switzerland.
UK requirement (A-level) | French speaking - Certificat de Maturite / Certificat de Maturie Catonal reconnu par la Confederatio German speaking - Katonales Maturitatszeugnis / Maturitat Italian speaking - Attestato di Maturita / Attestato di Maturita Cantonale Riconosciuto dalla Confederzione |
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AAA | Any of the above Matura qualifications with 5.0 overall |
AAB | Any of the above Matura qualifications with 5.0 overall |
ABB | Any of the above Matura qualifications with 4.8 overall |
BBB | Any of the above Matura qualifications with 4.5 overall |
BBC | Any of the above Matura qualifications with 4.4 overall |
BCC | Any of the above Matura qualifications with 4.3 overall |
CCC | Any of the above Matura qualifications with 4.2 overall |
CCD | Any of the above Matura qualifications with 4.1 overall |
Subject equivalent
- Grade A: Matura 5.0
- Grade B: Matura 4.5
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and Mathematics.
English and Mathematics:
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Certificat de Maturité / Kantonales Maturitätszeugnis / Maturität - 4.0 |
GCSE B Grade equivalent | Certificat de Maturité / Kantonales Maturitätszeugnis / Maturität - 4.1 |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Certificat de Maturité / Kantonales Maturitätszeugnis / Maturität - 4.2 |
For the minimum standard for GCSE Mathematics only we can also accept:
- GCSE C Grade equivalent Certificat de Culture Generale - 4.0
- GCSE B Grade equivalent Certificat de Culture Generale - 4.1
- GCSE A Grade equivalent Certificat de Culture Generale - 4.2
If you studied the Certificat de Culture Generale then we may need an IELTS or equivalent to meet our minimum standards for English Language.
We do not accept the Senior High School Leaving Certificate.
If you are studying for Tanzanian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Tanzania.
UK requirement (A-level) | Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education (ACSE) |
---|---|
AAA | AAA |
ABB | ABB |
BBB | BBB |
CCC | CCC |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
- English Language: Certificate of Secondary Education (CSE) at grade C.
- Mathematics: Certificate of Secondary Education (CSE) at grade C.
We do not accept the Senior High School Leaving Certificate.
If you are studying for Turkish qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Turkiye.
UK requirement (A-level) | Devlet Lise Diplomasi/Lise Bitirme Diplomasi equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | 85% |
AAA | 80% |
AAB | 75% |
ABB | 70% |
BBB | 70% |
BBC | Lise Diplomasi with 65% in the final year |
BCC | Lise Diplomasi with 60% in the final year |
CCC | Lise Diplomasi with 55% in the final year |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Devlet Lise Diplomasi/Lise Bitirme Diplomasi equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 80% |
Grade B | 70% |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics: Lise Bitirme Diplomasi Mathematics, 3, or 55% in Grade 10 or above.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Ugandan qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Uganda.
UK requirement (A-level) | Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education (UACE) |
---|---|
AAA | AAA |
ABB | ABB |
BBB | BBB |
BBC | BBC |
CCC | CCC |
CCD | CCD |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Ugandan Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | A |
Grade B | B |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE), 6.
Mathematics: East African Certificate of Education (EACE), Mathematics 6, or, Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE), 6.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept Ukrainian school leaving qualifications.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications.
If you are studying for American qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. We are able to consider a combination of any three test scores at the appropriate level (e.g. 2 APs and 1 SAT Subject Test). Honours and College level class content can also be reviewed on case-by-case basis by our Admissions Team.
The table below shows grade equivalencies for the United States of America.
UK requirement (A-level) | Advanced Placement (AP) equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | 555 |
AAA | 555 |
AAB | 554 |
ABB | 544 |
BBB | 444 |
BBC | 443 |
BCC | 433 |
CCC | 333 |
UK requirement (A-level) | SAT equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | 1350 in SAT Reasoning (combined) and 700 in three SAT Subject Tests* (each) |
AAA | 1350 in SAT Reasoning (combined) and 700 in three SAT Subject Tests* (each) |
AAB | 1320 in SAT Reasoning (combined) and 700 in three SAT Subject Tests* (each) |
ABB | 1290 in SAT Reasoning (combined) and 650 in three SAT Subject Tests* (each) |
BBB | 1290 in the SAT Evidence-based Reading and Writing, and Mathematics Tests (combined) and 650 in three SAT Subject Tests* (each) |
BBC | 1290 in SAT Reasoning (combined) and 600 in three SAT Subject Tests* (each) |
BCC | 1290 in SAT Reasoning (combined) and 550 in three SAT Subject Tests* (each) |
CCC | 1290 in SAT Reasoning (combined) and 500 in three SAT Subject Tests* (each) |
*Please see the latest update from the College Board regarding SAT Subject Tests.
UK requirement (A-level) | American College Testing (ACT) equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | 29 (from a single exam sitting) |
AAA | 29 (from a single exam sitting) |
AAB | 29 (from a single exam sitting) |
ABB | 28 (from a single exam sitting) |
BBB | 28 (from a single exam sitting) |
BBC | 28 (from a single exam sitting) |
BCC | 28 (from a single exam sitting) |
CCC | 27 (from a single exam sitting) |
UK requirement (A-level) | Associate degree equivalent |
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A*AA | 3.3 |
AAA | 3.3 |
AAB | 3.3 |
ABB | 3.2 |
BBB | 3.2 |
BBC | 3.2 |
BCC | 3.2 |
CCC | 3.1 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Advanced Placement (AP) equivalent | SAT Subject Test |
---|---|---|
Grade A | 5 | 700 |
Grade B | 4 | 650 |
Minimum standard in English and Mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and Mathematics.
English: Grade 12 High School Diploma, English C.
Mathematics: Grade 12 High School Diploma, Mathematics C.
Alternatively, an overall SAT score of 1290/1600 (critical reading, writing and mathematics) with a minimum of 600 in each component.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and Mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept the Upper Secondary School Graduation Diploma.
Please refer to the entry requirements for the country where your High School qualifications originate from, or the relevant UK qualifications on the course page. For information on entry requirements based on an International Foundation Year, please contact the admissions team with details about where you are taking your International Foundation Year, and the content you are studying.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications from Algeria.
We do not accept the Zimbabwe General Certificate of Education at Ordinary level.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications from Morocco.
Work experience
A requirement for veterinary work experience is NO longer required at the School of Veterinary Medicine, University of Surrey. As part of the shortlisting process there will be an online questionnaire.
You should have a clear understanding and insight into the profession, demonstrating the personal skills and qualities relevant to the course. Personal statements may also be reviewed during the admissions process. Wherever possible, and if offered a place, candidates are encouraged to gain some animal related work experience prior to undertaking the course. This is not essential but can ensure understanding of the varied nature and potential challenges of becoming a veterinary medicine professional.
- BVMSci (Hons):
- AAA
- Required subjects: Biology and Chemistry.
A-level General Studies and A-level Critical Thinking are not accepted. Applicants taking the Science Practical Endorsement are required to pass.
GCSE or equivalent: Five subjects at grade 7 (A) including Chemistry and Biology (or Double Science). English Language and Mathematics at grade 5 (B).
- BVMSci (Hons):
- D*DD. Additionally A-level Chemistry at grade A
- Required subject: science or animal-related subject.
GCSE or equivalent: Five subjects at grade 7 (A) including Chemistry and Biology (or Double Science). English Language and Mathematics at grade 5 (B).
- BVMSci (Hons):
- 35
- Required subjects: Biology and Chemistry HL6/SL7.
GCSE or equivalent: Five subjects at grade 7 (A) including Chemistry and Biology (or Double Science). English Language and Mathematics at grade 5 (B).
- BVMSci (Hons):
- 85%
- Required subjects: Biology 8.5 and Chemistry 8.5.
GCSE or equivalent: Five subjects at grade 7 (A) including Chemistry and Biology (or Double Science). English Language and Mathematics at grade 5 (B).
- BVMSci (Hons):
- QAA-recognised Access to Higher Education Diploma with 45 Level 3 credits at Distinction.
- Required subjects: 15 credits in Biology and 15 credits in Chemistry.
GCSE or equivalent: Five subjects at grade 7 (A) including Chemistry and Biology (or Double Science). English Language and Mathematics at grade 5 (B).
- BVMSci (Hons):
- AAAAB
- Required subjects: Biology at grade A and Chemistry at grade A.
GCSE or equivalent: Five subjects at grade 7 (A) including Chemistry and Biology (or Double Science). English Language and Mathematics at grade 5 (B).
- BVMSci (Hons):
- Pass overall with AAA from a combination of the Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate and two A-levels.
- Required subjects: A-level Biology and A-level Chemistry
A-level General Studies and A-level Critical Thinking are not accepted. Applicants taking the Science Practical Endorsement are required to pass.
GCSE or equivalent: Five subjects at grade 7 (A) including Chemistry and Biology (or Double Science). English Language and Mathematics at grade 5 (B).
English language requirements
IELTS Academic: 7.0 overall with 7.0 in each element.
View the other English language qualifications that we accept.
If you do not currently meet the level required for your programme, we offer intensive pre-sessional English language courses, designed to take you to the level of English ability and skill required for your studies here.
International Foundation Year
If you are an international student and you don’t meet the entry requirements for this degree, we offer the International Foundation Year at the Surrey International Study Centre. Upon successful completion, you can progress to this degree course.
Selection process
- Stage 1: Preliminary Shortlisting
- Stage 2: Online Questionnaire
- Stage 3: Multiple Mini Interviews
- Stage 4: Offer holder day
Please read our complete admissions procedure for this course (PDF)
Admissions process
All applications for entry to a Veterinary Medicine programme in a UK Veterinary School have to be submitted to UCAS by 15 October 2024 for a September 2025 start (this includes overseas applicants). We are unable to consider any applications submitted after the deadline.
View admissions processes for all UK vet schools (PDF).
Graduate applicants
We are able to consider applications from final year bachelors degree students, or applicants who hold a bachelors degree in a Bioscience related field, with an expected or attained 2:1 Honours degree. On application, we will review your transcripts for Biology and Chemistry content, typically requiring a minimum of 40 credits within each subject area. In many instances, achievement at degree level supersedes achievement at school.
Declaration of criminal convictions
This is a regulated course that requires declaration of criminal convictions at the application stage, please visit our criminal convictions web page for more information.
Fitness to practise
As this course leads to registration with a professional body, you’re required to abide by a professional code of conduct. When you accept an offer of a place at the University of Surrey, you are agreeing to comply with this code of conduct. Allegations of failing to do so will trigger an internal investigation in line with our regulations for fitness to practise.
Withdrawals
This programme is subject to the code of practice for temporary and permanent withdrawals. Students requiring a withdrawal from the programme should observe the guidelines in this document, following which they may be given the relevant intermediate exit award to which their accrued credits entitle them.
Deferred entry
The course does not accept applications for deferred entry.
Recognition of prior learning
We recognise that many students enter their higher education course with valuable knowledge and skills developed through a range of professional, vocational and community contexts.
If this applies to you, the recognition of prior learning (RPL) process may allow you to join a course without the formal entry requirements or enter your course at a point appropriate to your previous learning and experience.
There are restrictions on RPL for some courses and fees may be payable for certain claims. Please see the code of practice for recognition of prior learning and prior credit: taught programmes (PDF) for further information.
Contextual offers
Did you know eligible students receive support through their application to Surrey, which could include a grade reduction on offer?
Fees
Explore UKCISA’s website for more information if you are unsure whether you are a UK or overseas student. View the list of fees for all undergraduate courses.
Payment schedule
- Students with Tuition Fee Loan: the Student Loans Company pay fees in line with their schedule.
- Students without a Tuition Fee Loan: pay their fees either in full at the beginning of the programme or in two instalments as follows:
- 50% payable 10 days after the invoice date (expected to be early October of each academic year)
- 50% in January of the same academic year.
The exact date(s) will be on invoices. Students on part-time programmes where fees are paid on a modular basis, cannot pay fees by instalment.
- Sponsored students: must provide us with valid sponsorship information that covers the period of study.
Professional training placement fees
If you are studying on a programme which contains a Professional Training placement year there will be a reduced fee for the academic year in which you undertake your placement. This is normally confirmed 12 to 18 months in advance, or once Government policy is determined.
Additional costs
- Books/stationery/admin: £45 to £180 – you are also strongly advised to register as a member of the British Veterinary Association. This provides insurance cover for placement activity and associated work experience. Membership is free for first-year students and around £46 per annum in following years.
- Safety equipment and/or uniform: You must purchase compulsory personal protection equipment (PPE) prior to starting on the programme to be worn in all animal handling/husbandry classes and whilst on placement. The costs are approximately £290 for Year 1, to include approximately £100 of self-sourced uniform and equipment. However, prices are subject to change depending on supplier availability. Additional, optional items are available to students to purchase at their own discretion and throughout the programme. Students are also responsible for the costs associated with maintaining/washing their uniform. Students will receive all information regarding PPE and self-sourced items in plenty of time to order and receive before the start of term.
Total minimum cost: £500 approximately (excluding placement expenses).
- EMS placement expenses: You are required to undertake extramural studies (EMS). These placements are arranged by students who are responsible for all associated costs (i.e., travel, accommodation, equipment) and should occur outside of usual semester time. Costs will vary depending on where you decide to undertake your EMS placements.
- IMR placement expenses: In Year 5, you will undertake a series of clinical intramural rotations (IMR), which take place at various locations throughout the UK. You will be required to return to the University for activities and examinations throughout the year so will be encouraged to maintain accommodation within a reasonable commutable distance of Guildford. Some IMR placements occur within a reasonable commutable distance of Guildford, and students are eligible to claim some travel expenses, at an agreed rate and in accordance with the policies in place at the time. If you are allocated to a placement deemed “non-commutable” from Guildford, the University will pay a contribution to dual accommodation costs.
These additional costs are accurate as of September 2023 and apply to the 2024 year of entry. Costs for 2025 entry will be published in September 2024.
Clinical placements
Extramural studies (EMS)
You’ll complete 38 weeks of extramural placements throughout your five-year studies. These are broken down into:
- 12 weeks of pre-clinical placements (animal husbandry extramural studies (AHEMS))
- 26 weeks of clinical placements.
EMS is a compulsory and essential part of your training, providing you with practical experience to reinforce your learning. It’s also a requirement of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) for all UK vet schools.
EMS will take place outside of university semesters, typically at Christmas, Easter and in the summer.
Some placements do offer accommodation, but you’ll typically pay for travel, housing and food. However, there are several bursaries and sources of financial aid available that you can apply for throughout the course (with the assistance of your personal tutor, if required) to help support you.
Intramural rotations (IMR)
In your final year of study, you’ll complete seven, four-week intramural placements away from the University, to experience general practice. Throughout your IMR, you’ll develop an awareness of working as a veterinary professional in a clinical environment, building up your knowledge and skills, to facilitate your transition into a confident and competent veterinary graduate.
More information can be found on our IMR page.
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