Online postgraduate study for veterinary graduates seeking training in Advanced Clinical Practice at the University of Edinburgh.
These entry requirements are for the 2026-27 academic year and requirements for future academic years may differ. Entry requirements for the 2027-28 academic year will be published on 1 Oct 2026.
This programme is intended for students with a veterinary degree or its international equivalent. You must have at least 1 year of postgraduate experience working as a veterinary surgeon. If you hold an
Postgraduate Certificate in Advanced Veterinary Practice (CertAVP) or similar postgraduate accredited veterinary qualification, you can apply for recognition of prior learning.
International qualifications
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Core courses
Certificate phase Credits
Evidence based veterinary medicine in clinical practice 10
Professional and clinical skills for advanced veterinary practice 10
Standard diagnostic tests, chosen from a range of course options all 10
Masters phase Credits
Dissertation 60 - must be written within a 12-month period
Or
Fully taught degree 60 via taught course electives
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