The Royal Veterinary College is the largest and longest-established vet school in the English-speaking world and is a college of the University of London. The RVC offers undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in veterinary medicine, veterinary nursing, and biological sciences; and CPD programmes in veterinary medicine and veterinary nursing.
- #351 Ranking
- 7 Masters
- 211 Academic Staff
- 2,260 Students
- 565 Students (int'l)
- 1,785 Students (female)
- Public Institution Type
Master's Programmes
Medicine & Health (6)
- M.Res. Research
- M.Sc. Veterinary Education
- M.Sc. Veterinary Epidemiology
- M.Sc. Wild Animal Health
Agriculture & Forestry (3)
- M.Sc. Veterinary Education
- M.Sc. Wild Animal Biology
- M.Sc. Wild Animal Health
Education & Training (2)
- M.Res. Research
- M.Sc. Veterinary Education
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (1)
- M.Sc. Wild Animal Biology
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (1)
- M.Sc. Wild Animal Biology
About
History
In 1949 The Royal Veterinary College became a full part of the University of London, whilst retaining its independence with its own Royal Charter, and in 1955 the College acquired a country estate in Hertfordshire to provide a new field station; today our modern and vibrant Hawkshead campus.
Education
The College offers undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in veterinary medicine, veterinary nursing, and biological sciences; and CPD programmes in veterinary medicine and veterinary nursing.
Research
RVC produces world-class research and provides support for the veterinary profession through its referral hospitals, including the Queen Mother Hospital for Animals, Europe's largest small animal hospital.As one of the world's leading specialist veterinary and biological science research institutions, the RVC brings together talented individuals; all of whom share a passion for human and animal health and welfare.
Career
Our programmes are of international appeal and attract students who go on to become practicing veterinarians, research scientists, veterinary nurses and leaders in industry and government.
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University Ranking
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2023
351 50
2022
401
2021
401
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Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2022
801
2021
801
2020
801
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2023
959 -34
2022
925 16
2021
941
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
Services
Student services
Student Representatives play a pivotal role in acting as the voice of their year group and a bridge between the student body and the rest of the College/Students' Union. They play a vital role in improving students’ experiences by working in partnership with the College and Students Union to resolve issues and deliver change. Student Reps achieve personal development through specific training, working with other students/staff and remuneration including discounted SU events and payment for attending certain Committee meetings.
Housing services
College Grove is located within the Camden Campus and therefore journey times have not been included below. It is worth noting that all accommodation offered by the RVC are within a 25-minute cycle from campus, and most are within walking distance.
Library services
Delivering Library and IT/AV support functions, the Infrastructure Services Directorate (ISD) strives to be at the forefront of information provision and learning facilities - via paper, electronic or audio visual means.
ICT services
Computer accounts and passwords are issued to staff and students for activities that conform with the RVC IT User policy and other regulations relating to permissible use of the College's equipment and network infrastructure.
Student Life
Campus life
The RVC has two campuses - one in central London and one in Hertfordshire. Both are within easy reach of main transport links and are easy to get to from London's airports.
Sports facilities
Students are encouraged to participate in extra-curricular activities both inside and outside of the college authority. Some examples of sports offered are rowing (see: the Royal Veterinary College Boat Club), rugby, netball, hockey, football, and, more unusually, dance, ice-skating, polo and shooting. For purpose of sports, the RVC is a part of the United Hospitals, and the sports clubs compete (and sometimes socialise) with the London medical schools (such as Barts, ICSM, and RUMS).
Student clubs
There are also a number of academically-inclined clubs, such as the Farm Animal Clinical Club, the Dissection Club and the RVC Zoological Society, and non-academic societies, such as wine-tasting, games society, and the RVC Christian Union.
Accreditation
The RVC is the only veterinary school in the world to hold full accreditation from the AVMA (American Veterinary Medical Association), EAVE (European Association of Establishments of Veterinary Education), RCVS (Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons), AVBC (Australian Veterinary Boards Council Inc.) and the Society of Biology.
Student Reviews
Beginning of my career
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
I am studying veterinary medicine in russia in moscow State veterinary accademy it's a good accademy with lots of friendly people professor willing to help you . Note studies conducted only in russian
Iam an online student. Regardless, the university is well orgarnised and the staff is very understanding to students challenges especially where finances are concerned
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
Iam currently studying online. I may not be able to provide detailed information
One Health at RVC
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
By reputation this is a premier university in One Health Studies
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