Diversity Summer School

Learn more about the summer school offered to individuals who meet criteria relating to their social, cultural and educational backgrounds.

Applications are now open!

This years Diversity Summer School will take place from Sunday 12th - Saturday 18th July

We encourage you to review the below information carefully before applying. The application form can be found at the bottom of this page. 

About

The University of Edinburgh is committed to providing equal opportunities for all its students and fostering a culture of inclusivity.  

In line with this commitment, a fully funded residential summer school is available to eligible students interested in exploring veterinary medicine as a subject.  

The week-long Diversity Summer School is designed for school pupils from across the UK.

 

Diversity Summer School at the Dick Vet

Places are assigned to pupils from a range of social, cultural and educational backgrounds.

To be considered for a place, you must:

And meet one or more of the following criteria:

  • Belong to a minority ethnic group
  • Reside in a rural area
  • Identify as male
  • Have a disability
  • Attend a state school/college or be a mature student (21 years old, or older)
  • Fulfil one or more Widening Participation criteria.

Information provided in your application form is used during the assessment process, so please make sure you answer all the questions as fully as possible.

Supporting documents

You must also submit:

  • Signed consent form
  • Teacher or guidance counselor reference

For information about how your data will be used, please refer to our Privacy Statement


Participants explore topics relating to veterinary medicine through practical and classroom-based activities.  

This can include:

  • Animal science and research
  • Clinical skills
  • Equine hospital and first aid
  • Exotic animal practice
  • Farm animal hospital and/or visit to Langhill Dairy Farm
  • Small animal practice, internal medicine and diagnostic imaging
  • Veterinary pathology
  • Veterinary public health 

Edinburgh is famous for a rich history, lush green spaces and a warm, welcoming spirit. 

The time outside the academic activities is an opportunity to immerse yourself in the Edinburgh experience.

The evening programme is a mixture of arranged activities and free time to explore the city.   


Apply

Applications for the 2026 Diversity Summer School are now open!

Deadline 10th May 2026 

To apply complete the application form and send the signed Consent Form and Supporting Reference to vetug@ed.ac.uk

Consent Form (297.93 KB / PDF)
Terms and conditions (233.98 KB / PDF)

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