Virtual Work Experience and Exploring the Veterinary Profession (The University of Nottingham)

This online course from the University of Nottingham provides virtual veterinary work experience to help learners decide whether a veterinary degree and the veterinary profession are right for them. Over two weeks and around three hours per week, learners explore the structure of veterinary practice, the roles within the wider veterinary team, and the work and responsibilities of veterinary professionals.

The course covers governing bodies (such as the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons and the British Veterinary Association), professional conduct, common challenges in the vocation, and current and future issues in veterinary medicine and science. It also highlights roles outside general practice and the range of opportunities a veterinary degree can lead to.

The course is designed for students considering a degree in veterinary medicine and science and for anyone interested in roles within the wider veterinary team. Social learning elements (discussions with other learners) are included, and a digital certificate is available to learners who meet eligibility criteria.