Resources
We've gathered together some resources that could help you in your journey towards becoming a veterinarian.
Our Commitment
Read more about the School and the University's commitment to diversity.
Animal Aspirations
Animal Aspirations is a student-led project, which aims to increase diversity in veterinary medicine and animal related careers. Ethnic minorities are underrepresented in veterinary medicine and animal-related subjects.
Vetlife Helpline
Offers confidential emotional support to everyone in the veterinary community. We won’t judge, or tell you what to do, but will listen and give you time and space to explore a way forward. If you need referral for specialist help, we can signpost you to options available.
British Veterinary LGBT+ group
Creating a community, promoting equality, and providing support for the veterinary professions.
British Veterinary, Ethnicity and Diversity Society (BVEDS)
A group of vets and students working to increase diversity and inclusivity in the veterinary profession.
Veterinary Spoonholders UK
A Facebook group set up for all members of veterinary industry regardless of role, to provide a positive, supportive and safe place for people with living with chronic illness.
VSC admissions guide
For applicants thinking of applying to veterinary medicine in October 2021 for entry in 2022, the Veterinary Schools Council’s annual guide to entry requirements has now been published. This is the only resource that collates entry requirements directly from admissions staff in the veterinary schools.
British Veterinary Association: Becoming a vet
Association of Veterinary Students: Getting into Vet school
National Health Careers Conference
Sutton Trust Scholars programme
Sutton Trust Summer School
The Vets in Diversity Podcast
Vets in Diversity is a new podcast produced by staff and students at the Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies. Throughout the series, you will hear students, University staff and leaders within the veterinary profession discuss race equality, diversity and inclusion within education and the profession.
The Dick Vet on YouTube
Our YouTube channel contains a wide range of videos, including student testimonials, animations and vlogs.
Student blogs and vlogs
Head over to our student blog site to see what our students have to say about living and studying in Edinburgh.
Contact us
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