Applicant information
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Veterinary Science
| Awards available | PhD MSc by research |
|---|---|
| Duration of programme | PhD: three or four years full-time MSc: one year full-time |
| Number of places | 20 - 25 |
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Programme overview
Postgraduate research in the School of Veterinary Science is largely based on the Langford campus, which houses a large number of research groups together with Langford Veterinary Services and the University farm.
The strength of the School's research programme is greatly enhanced by its position within the Faculty of Medical and Veterinary Sciences. Our research extends from the fundamental to the applied and we collaborate with other research groups in the Faculty and beyond, building on a policy of integration of basic science with veterinary activities.
Our postgraduate students are members of the Faculty of Medical and Veterinary Sciences Graduate School and greatly benefit from the training opportunities this provides. We welcome enquiries and applications from prospective MSc and PhD students..
Research groups
Research activities in the School are focused on three research themes and encompass both clinical excellence and strong basic science. These are:
- Animal Behaviour and Welfare
- Infection and Immunity (including inflammation)
- Comparative and Clinical Research
Within each of these themes we incorporate quantitative approaches through our Biostatistics, Epidemiology, Mathematics and Ecology (BEME) group. Research which goes across our research themes is a major strength of the School and is also reflected by our participation in the University initiatives on:
- Food Research and Land Research Alliance
- Bristol One Health
- Southwest Doctoral Programme
Entry requirements
An upper second-class degree (or equivalent qualification) in a relevant subject.
For information on international equivalent qualifications, please see the International Office website.
Admissions statement
Read the programme admissions statement for important information on entry requirements, the application process and supporting documents required.
Key research interests
Dr Emily Backwell, Companion animal behaviour.
Professor Mick Bailey, Comparative and mucosal immunology.
Professor Sarah Baillie, Veterinary education.
Professor Alistair Barr, Equine lameness.
Professor David Barrett, Bovine medicine, production and reproduction.
Professor Bill Browne, Biostatistics.
Dr Andrew Butterworth, Animal welfare.
Dr Rachel Casey, Companion animal behaviour.
Dr Guillaume Chaniot, Cardiovascular surgery.
Dr Tristan Cogan, Microbial pathogenesis.
Professor Michael Day, Veterinary pathology and immunology.
Professor Mark Eisler, Epidemiology and control of livestock diseases.
Dr Sonja Fonfara, Small animal cardiovascular medicine.
Dr Nicholas Granger, Vetinary neurology.
Dr Rose Grogono-Thomas, Microbial pathogenesis.
Professor Edward Hall, Canine gastroenterology.
Dr Ross Harley, Feline chlamydial disease and veterinary pathology.
Dr Alison Hayman, Connective tissue biology.
Dr Suzanne Held, Animal behaviour, cognition.
Dr Chris Helps, Molecular biology; molecular diagnostics.
Dr Ed van Klink, Veterinary public health.
Dr Toby Knowles, Animal welfare.
Dr David Main, Animal welfare.
Professor Mike Mendi, Animal behaviour, cognition.
Dr Bevis Miller, Pig production.
Dr Jane Murray, Feline epidemiology.
Dr Jo Murrell, Veterinary anaesthesia.
Professor Christine Nicol, Animal welfare.
Dr Christopher Palgrave, Veterinary pathology.
Dr Kostas Papasouliotis, Veterinary clinical pathology.
Dr Kevin Parsons, Small animal surgery.
Professor Jo Price, Functional adaptation and regeneration of bone.
Dr Kristen Reyher, Farm animal science.
Dr Ian Richardson, Food animal science.
Dr Peter Sheard, Food animal science.
Professor Christopher Stokes, Mucosal immunology.
Dr John Tarlton, Injury, inflammation and repair.
Dr Séverine Tasker, Small animal infectious diseases and haematology.
Dr Helen Whay, Animal welfare.
Dr Doug Wilson, Equine immunology.
Application deadline: Not fixed
Get in touch
Postgraduate Admissions
School of Veterinary Science
Langford House
Langford
Bristol
BS40 5DU
Phone: +44 (0) 117 928 9204
Email: cvs-postgrad-enquiries@bristol.ac.uk
Web: http://www.bristol.ac.uk/fmvs/gradschool/
International students
English-language requirements: 6.5 overall, with 6.5 in each band, in addition to the standard entry requirements.
Find information for international students on eligibility, funding options and studying at Bristol.
Fees and funding
2014/15 fees
Full-time: UK/EU £3,939;
overseas £17,000 (lab-based), £28,900 (clinical)
Fees quoted are provisional, per annum and are subject to annual increase
Funding options
UK/EU students are supported by a range of options including Research Council funding and charities. Further information on funding for prospective UK, EU and international postgraduate students is available from the Student Funding Office website.
Research Assessment Score
Unit of Assessment 16 applies. See Complete RAE listings for University of Bristol for further details.
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