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Please note that only nationally recognised and regulated qualifications will be considered for entry requirement purposes. For example, in England the qualification will need to be regulated by Ofqual. If you are unsure whether your qualification applies, please contact us for advice.

Non degree applications

Initial expression of interest

After submitting this initial expression of interest form you will be contacted, by email, with confidential access details to our online application system where you will be able to start the application process for your chosen course. See the full application process in more detail.

1. Initial expression of interest

Find your course on our website and click “Apply now” to start the process.

We will email you instructions on what to do next.

2. Course application

We have split our application form into two parts, so we don’t unnecessarily waste your time.

Stage 1: Basic application and eligibility check.

Stage 2: Full application and eligibility check.

3. Enrolment and interview

Submit your proof of identity and other documentation.

You may be asked to attend an interview at the college.

4. Start learning

Unlike other colleges, your induction process starts before you get to college with our online induction courses, maximising your time in learning.

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Degree applications

Degree applications are conducted externally through UCAS using the codes below or by contacting the university directly.

Veterinary Nursing Foundation Degree

Study at the Royal Veterinary College (University of London), quote code: D310

BSc (Hons) Veterinary Nursing Degree

Study at Edinburgh (Edinburgh Napier University), quote UCAS code: D310
Study at Hendon & Potters Bar (Middlesex University), quote course UCAS code: D313
Study at Huntingdon (Middlesex University), quote course UCAS code: D315
Study at Leeds (Middlesex University), quote UCAS code: D316
Study at Huntingdon (Middlesex University with Foundation Year), quote UCAS code: D107

Top Up Degree

BSc (Hons) Veterinary Nursing Degree (Top Up Course)
Contact Edinburgh Napier University directly (0131 455 4701 /Edinburgh Napier Website)