The RVC Scholars Programme supports under-represented Year 12 students aspiring to study Veterinary Medicine through an 18-month programme of lectures, practicals, mentoring, and field trips. Ten scholars will attend 17 sessions, gain insight into RVC life, and, if admitted, receive £3,000 annually for up to four years.
Applications for the RVC Scholars Programme are now open!
The RVC Scholars Programme is designed to support under-represented Year 12 students aspiring to study Veterinary Medicine at the RVC.
The comprehensive 18-month programme will develop skills, confidence and experience around the application process, as well as provide unrivalled insight into the RVC’s academic, teaching and pastoral offerings. Throughout this sustained, supported engagement, we will host a multitude of on campus events, further supported by occasional online and off-campus opportunities. Scholars will have the opportunity to engage with a series of expert lectures, practical teaching, group work, animal handling, an admissions masterclass and a zoo field trip, all led by dedicated RVC support staff and supported by academic staff and RVC alumni.
Applications will close at 11:59pm on Sunday 29th November 2026. To find out more about the programme, sign up for our informative webinar on Tuesday 3rd November at 4pm.
The proposed dates (subject to change) for the start of the 2026 timetable are as follows: 15th January (online), 24th January, 14th February, 14th March, 4th & 5th April, 9th May, 13th June, 11th July. Completion of the Scholars programme is only met by attending at least 14 of the total 17 sessions offered throughout the 18 month programme.