What are the qualifications to work as a vet in the UK?
What qualifications will you need to work as a vet in the UK? That’s as easy question to answer, you have by law to be registered with the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons ( RCVS ) before you can work as a vet in the UK.
Who can register with the RCVS ?
1. Anyone with a degree awarded by one of the six veterinary schools in the United Kingdom.
2. Graduates from recognised veterinary schools in the European Union including Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Lithuania, Luxembourg, The Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland.
3. Graduates from recognised veterinary schools in the current Accession Countries including Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Poland, Slovakia, Slovenia, Romania , Bulgaria.
4. Graduates from some foreign countries where the qualifications are recognised by the RCVS including Australia, New Zealand , South Africa , USA and Canada.
4. Graduates from countries not listed above who have passed the RCVS Statutory Examination for Membership.
Tip: Make certain you are eligible for registration with the RCVS before coming to the UK.
Note: While every effort is made to keep this web site up to date the requirements for registration with the RCVS will change from time to time. Please check directly with the RCVS to confirm the current position.
admin @ May 20, 2008