The Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies is part of the University of Edinburgh, and we are located in Scotland, UK.

Our veterinary campus, Easter Bush, represents one of the largest concentrations of animal science expertise in Europe and is just a stone's throw away from the beautiful city of Edinburgh. 

The School is a world leader in veterinary education, research, and clinical practice, offering internationally accredited degrees via an award-winning curriculum, innovative teaching methods, and an interdisciplinary environment at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

Our purpose-built campus, set against the backdrop of the beautiful Pentland Hills Regional Park, is home to more than eight hundred staff and almost fourteen hundred students, all of whom contribute to our exceptional community ethos.

We offer a 5-year degree for students with high school qualifications and a 4-year Graduate Entry Programme for students with a relevant degree. Both pathways lead to a Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery (BVM&S) which is equivalent to the North American Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) and benefits from the same worldwide standing. 

Our accreditation allows our graduates to practise in the UK, North America, Europe, South Africa, Australasia and beyond.

• The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)
• The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS)
• The European Association of Establishments for Veterinary Education (EAEVE)
• The Australasian Veterinary Boards Council (AVBC)
• The South African Veterinary Council  (SAVC)

We maintain a steadfast reputation for excellence, consistently ranking among the top institutions in the UK for veterinary science. Presently, we are ranked second in the nation for veterinary science by both the Guardian UK University Guide and QS World University Rankings by Subject. 

By studying towards a Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery degree at the University of Edinburgh, you will achieve a world-class education and an internationally accredited qualification in a multi-cultural and thriving environment. You will gain many transferable skills, including effective communication, team building, and an understanding of business management. Veterinary training also provides an outstanding background for those who wish to pursue a career in biomedical research, including both veterinary and human medicine. Clinical and professional skills are taught from the earliest stages and the programme also includes Extra-Mural Studies (EMS). This is a core part of our programme and provides unrivalled opportunities to gain real-life work experience anywhere in the world while being a student in addition to spending time in our three on-campus hospitals during clinical rotations.

Why study at Edinburgh?

• Widely and internationally accredited degree 
• Consistently ranked as one of the top Vet Schools in the UK and globally
• High graduate employment rates (95%+) 
• £300m+ investment in state-of-the-art purpose-built campus facilities 
• Located on a campus with one of the highest concentrations of animal science expertise in Europe

Useful Links

• Virtual Tour
• 5-Year Programme Overview
• 4-Year Graduate Entry Programme Overview
• How to Apply