Submitted by J. Hudson on Tue, 18/11/2025 - 11:25
Each year we run our annual 'VetCam' residential course for year 11 and 12 students. The course, run by the Department of Veterinary Medicine is intended to provide a detailed insight into both the 'preclinical' and 'clinical' parts of the Cambridge veterinary medicine course and will include a mixture of sessions with a chance to meet current students and staff. There will also be advice sessions about the application process.
This popular course will run from 30 March to 1 April 2026 and booking is open - book your place here. For more information on our open days and other residential courses please see our website here.
VetCam provides a structured programme of talks, demonstrations, and interactive sessions delivered by academics, clinicians, admissions tutors, and current students. Across the three days, participants will explore what the first two preclinical years involve, discover the unique opportunities available in the third year, and learn how scientific training translates into clinical practice during years four to six. Sessions will also include introductions to professional practice and insights into teaching within our very own hospital - The Queen's Veterinary School Hospital (QVSH).
Current Cambridge vet students will lead sessions on “Cambridge myths and opportunities,” offering an honest look at student life and the realities of studying veterinary medicine at the university. There will be additional talks from our admissions tutors and college representatives, who will explain the application process in detail, giving prospective applicants practical advice on how to prepare a strong application. The programme will conclude with a comprehensive Q&A session involving staff, students, and an admissions tutor.
Many of Cambridge’s current veterinary students have highlighted VetCam as a key factor in their decision-making when choosing a vet school. Alongside academic insight, the event provides a valuable opportunity to experience the atmosphere of Cambridge and speak directly with those already on the course.
One current student who attended VetCam previously said "Taking part in VetCam was an integral part of my application, as it not only confirmed that Veterinary Medicine was what I wanted to pursue, but also that Cambridge was the place for me to be. The lectures, lecturers and town just fitted me so well; we had lectures all over the vet departments on subjects ranging from the Galapagos islands to the basics of parasitology to a physiology practical. Staying in college was a really lovely way to get a feel for life there, and having a 'formal' dinner was a fantastic taste of the fun unique aspects of Cambridge life. The other students I met on VetCam had similar aspirations to me so I knew I would fit in here for the next six years."
A typical timetable for the residential is available here, and booking for VetCam 2026 is now open.
We look forward to seeing you at VetCam in March 2026!