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Can I become a vet with BTEC science and my other a level?

Hiii,
I got quite good science gcse results but I couldn’t get into biology and chemistry a levels due to my maths grade so I applied to a college for BTEC applied science extended, psychology and geography.My question is there any way too get into vet school? I really want to become a vet but I don’t think I can be one with my a levels.

Reply 1

Original post by schun11
Hiii,
I got quite good science gcse results but I couldn’t get into biology and chemistry a levels due to my maths grade so I applied to a college for BTEC applied science extended, psychology and geography.My question is there any way too get into vet school? I really want to become a vet but I don’t think I can be one with my a levels.

Hi, I am not very knowledgeable on the BTEC requirements for vetmed but I know that RVC and Nottigham offer some possible routes into vetmed (not sure if you can do the 5 year or only qualify for gateway) with BTEC, the requirements are very specific so make sure you read thoroughly on their entry requirement pages to see if you qualify.
Sorry I couldn't be of more help, I am applying for the 5yr courses at RVC, Liverpool, Surrey and Notts 2025 entry and currently starting year 2 of the IBDP. :smile:
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Reply 2

Just saw this thread discussing entry to vet med through BTEC and here are the requirements for RVC (credit to @Zoe101! for the post)

Qualifications below are considered on top of existing GCSEs.
Level 3 Extended Diploma (reformed syllabus)
Applied Generals
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Applied Science / Applied Science (Biomedical Science): DDM overall with Distinctions in:

Principles and Applications of Science I (90)

Principles and Applications of Science II (120)

Science Investigation Skills or Contemporary Issues in Science (120)
Candidates must also achieve at least Merits in two of the following units:

Applications of Organic Chemistry; Applications of Inorganic Chemistry; Practical Chemical Analysis (120)
In addition:

Applied Science: at least three units from Group A must be taken

Applied Science (Biomedical Science): at least four units from Group A must be taken
Tech Levels
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Animal Management (1080): DDM overall with Distinctions in:

Animal Biology (120)

Practical Skills in Animal Science (60)

Animal Metabolism (60)

Animal Breeding and Genetics (120) or Animal Welfare and Ethics (120) with Merit in the other
City & Guilds Advanced Technical Extended Diploma in Animal Management (Science)*: D / DDM overall with Distinctions in:

Biological Systems of Animals

Theory Exam (2)

Synoptic Assessment (1) or (2) with Merit in the other
Level 3 Extended Diploma (unreformed syllabus)
Pearson Animal Management (2010 syllabus) QCF
DDM overall, with Distinctions in:

Fundamentals of Science

Chemistry for Biology Technicians or Understand the Principles of Chemistry for Biological and Medical Science

Understand the Principles of Animal Biology

Understand Animal Anatomy and Physiology

Undertake an investigative project in the land-based sector.
Pearson Applied Science (2010 syllabus) QCF
DDM overall, with Distinctions in:

Genetics and Genetic Engineering

Physiology of Human Body Systems or Physiology of Human Regulation and Reproductions

Using Statistics in Science or Informatics in Science

Two of: Biomedical Science Techniques; Chemical Laboratory Techniques; Chemistry for Biology Technicians
(edited 10 months ago)

Reply 3

Original post by marti3x
Just saw this thread discussing entry to vet med through BTEC and here are the requirements for RVC (credit to @Zoe101! for the post)
Qualifications below are considered on top of existing GCSEs.
Level 3 Extended Diploma (reformed syllabus)
Applied Generals
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Applied Science / Applied Science (Biomedical Science): DDM overall with Distinctions in:

Principles and Applications of Science I (90)

Principles and Applications of Science II (120)

Science Investigation Skills or Contemporary Issues in Science (120)
Candidates must also achieve at least Merits in two of the following units:

Applications of Organic Chemistry; Applications of Inorganic Chemistry; Practical Chemical Analysis (120)
In addition:

Applied Science: at least three units from Group A must be taken

Applied Science (Biomedical Science): at least four units from Group A must be taken
Tech Levels
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Animal Management (1080): DDM overall with Distinctions in:

Animal Biology (120)

Practical Skills in Animal Science (60)

Animal Metabolism (60)

Animal Breeding and Genetics (120) or Animal Welfare and Ethics (120) with Merit in the other
City & Guilds Advanced Technical Extended Diploma in Animal Management (Science)*: D / DDM overall with Distinctions in:

Biological Systems of Animals

Theory Exam (2)

Synoptic Assessment (1) or (2) with Merit in the other
Level 3 Extended Diploma (unreformed syllabus)
Pearson Animal Management (2010 syllabus) QCF
DDM overall, with Distinctions in:

Fundamentals of Science

Chemistry for Biology Technicians or Understand the Principles of Chemistry for Biological and Medical Science

Understand the Principles of Animal Biology

Understand Animal Anatomy and Physiology

Undertake an investigative project in the land-based sector.
Pearson Applied Science (2010 syllabus) QCF
DDM overall, with Distinctions in:

Genetics and Genetic Engineering

Physiology of Human Body Systems or Physiology of Human Regulation and Reproductions

Using Statistics in Science or Informatics in Science

Two of: Biomedical Science Techniques; Chemical Laboratory Techniques; Chemistry for Biology Technicians


ONGGG Thank you for the help I’ll deffo look at these and see on how I can get in! This was really helpful for me, thank youuuu!!!

Reply 4

Original post by schun11
ONGGG Thank you for the help I’ll deffo look at these and see on how I can get in! This was really helpful for me, thank youuuu!!!

No problem! Glad I could help and I am wishing you the best of luck with your application! 🐾

Reply 5

Original post by marti3x
No problem! Glad I could help and I am wishing you the best of luck with your application! 🐾


Thank youuuu!!!!

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