Book 2: Before you arrive

Action is required only once you have satisfied all the conditions of your offer and your status becomes Unconditional Firm (UF).

Key Information

Take a look at the links below for more information and useful insights on the equipment you'll need, recommended textbooks, and other resources specifically geared towards BVM&S students.

Health Questionnaire

All new veterinary students must complete and submit a Health Questionnaire before commencing the programme. Enrolment is subject to Health Clearance

You will receive specific instructions via email. 

In the meantime, our Fitness to Practise page provides some additional details.

 

Useful Contacts

You'll find the contact details for your Year Administrator and Student Adviser here. 

We're here to assist you from the moment you finish the admissions process until the end of your first year of studies.

NameRoleEmail Address
Andrew NewcombeYear 1 AdministratorVetTeaching1@ed.ac.uk
Megan HawkswellYear 1 Student AdviserRDSVS.SA.MeganHawkswell@ed.ac.uk
Nicola MeikleGEP Year AdministratorVetTeachingGEP@ed.ac.uk
Ali RossGEP Student AdviserRDSVS.SA.AliRoss@ed.ac.uk

General Information

Welcome to the University of Edinburgh! Below, you'll find links to resources we believe will be beneficial as you begin your journey as a new student. Should you require further assistance, our dedicated support staff at the school are here to help - please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions.

Please note that as some guides are produced by other departments, certain materials for the academic year 2025-2026 may not yet be available. However, much of the information remains relevant, even if the references are from the previous academic year. Rest assured, as soon as new information is released, we'll make it accessible to you.

You'll receive a wealth of information, but we want to emphasise that the student support and administrative teams at R(D)SVS are highly experienced and here to guide you every step of the way.

Students at the Academic Registry in Old College

Registration is the first step of the matriculation process and is required for all new and continuing students each year.

Students at computers in the vet library

Estimate your future living costs as a student and plan your budget effectively.

Find out how to open a bank account in the UK and what the benefits of having an account are.

Extrerior of the University's Health and Wellbeing Centre

All eligible students must register with a GP/Doctor when living in Edinburgh. Discover who is eligible, how to register, and how to access medical assistance.

An open passport with various stamps

Information on immigration and visa issues is available from the University's Student Immigration Service.

Extrerior of the University's Pleasance Sports Complex

Find out about the range of sports facilities offered at the University and discover gym membership options.

Undergraduate Admissions

The Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies

The University of Edinburgh

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