School of Veterinary Medicine and Biosciences (SVMB)
Scotland's first new Vet School in over 150 years.
Partner Practice
We are creating a network of Partner Practices to deliver BVSci final-year student clinical rotations. Practices within commuting distance of Aberdeen, or further afield with accommodation are invited to register for our Partner Practice events on 28 October and 29 October Applications for Partner Practices will be open from 1 -30 November via the Public Contracts Scotland e-portal. Our PCS reference number is OCT566349
Study
The SRUC School of Veterinary Medicine and Biosciences uses innovative teaching methods to prepare students for work in veterinary practice, animal welfare, agriculture, equine industry, one health and research.
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Services
Supporting new ideas, growth, and support to clients and entrepreneurs for sustainable development of our natural economy.
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Research and innovation
Our world-class experts play a vital role in advancing our understanding of animal health, disease, and biological systems, contributing innovative and impactful work to improve and benefit our natural economy.
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Are you interested in helping the next generation of vets, nurses and technicians?
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About us
We can trace our lineage back over 100 years and have the research, academic strength and people in place to support our mission of facilitating synergies, driving excellence, and providing essential support to Scotland's natural economy.
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School of Veterinary Medicine and Biosciences in SRUC news:
Agriculture Minister praises 'world-class' SRUC vet school
Agriculture Minister Jim Fairlie with Professor Caroline Argo at SRUC’s School of Veterinary Medicine and Biosciences. Scotland’s Agriculture Minister has praised the “world-class, innovative,
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Scientists lead world-first study to track antibiotic resistance in pets
Scientists in Scotland will lead the world’s first study of antibiotic resistance levels in the nation’s pet population to help reduce infection risks for animals and humans.
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Nationwide study set to improve poultry welfare
A new £500k commercial poultry catching and handling study is aiming to improve the welfare of farmed birds throughout Britain.
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Sheep experts team up to reduce emissions
SRUC and the Texel Sheep Society have teamed up with partners from New Zealand, Ireland, and three other key sheep-breeding nations to provide a platform for national and global comparison of methane and carbon dioxide emissions for the purpose of selective breeding for lower-emitting animals.
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Ministers open multi-million pound Dairy Nexus
Ministers from the UK and Scottish governments have opened a multi-million pound facility designed to boost innovation and sustainability in the dairy industry.
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AI biosecurity tool could help save farmers time
Scientists are developing a new webtool which will use Artificial Intelligence to give time-pressured farmers tailored advice on how to protect their livestock from disease.
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With hundreds of courses across more than 20 disciplines, we provide the skills, experience and confidence you need to create a successful career.
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Business services
Our business services work across food supply chains and the natural economy to help clients rise to the challenge of climate change and scientific and technological transformation.
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Research
Working with industry and policy makers, our staff and students design, develop and deliver real-world change to benefit the global natural economy.
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