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Livestock Health and Production
(MSC, Postgraduate Diploma and postgraduate certificate)

Is this programme for me?

This programme is designed for veterinarians, animal health specialists and livestock farmers. It addresses contemporary issues of livestock production using innovative and interactive teaching methods. Please note: a related programme in Veterinary Epidemiology and Public Health is also available.

Programme aims

Graduates of this programme will be able to improve the health and production of livestock through:

Optional module: Sustainable livestock farming in the environment


Professor Neville Gregory
introduces 'Sustainable livestock farming in the environment', available as part of the MSc or as a short course [video - approx 2 minutes].

Note: this and other videos are also available from our YouTube Channel [external link].

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Programme summary

  You study Study period Cost (2012)
MSc 7 courses 2-5 years £9,730
Diploma 4 courses 1-5 years £5,780
Certificate 2 courses 1-5 years £3,040
CPD courses Individual courses, either 240-hour, 50-hour or 35-hour, are ideal if you're keen to update your professional knowledge, enhance your career, or sample the programme.

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Frequently Asked Questions
We held an online chat event for which a transcript [PDF] is available.  This covers most of the frequently asked questions about these courses.

The programme has been developed by academics at the Royal Veterinary College (RVC), the oldest and largest veterinary school in the UK and one of the leading veterinary research centres in Europe. In 1999, RVC became the first UK veterinary school to be granted approval by the American Veterinary Medical Association. RVC also provides support for the veterinary profession through its three referral hospitals, diagnostic services and continuing professional development courses.

Comprehensive study materials and support

The support you receive includes:

Summary of key dates

Application deadline 1 November
Registration deadline 1 January
Programme starts February
Examinations take place October