Personal Statement:Veterinary science 2 - The Student Room

Why do you want to study this course or subject?

The quote “Veterinary Practice is not just a job. It’s a way of life” helps to explain why I want to be a vet. At a young age I was fascinated by animals and their environment, and always enjoyed their company. I have since acquired an interest in animal physiology and the pathological explanations of the causes of animal disease, as well as how normal bodily systems work. My main interests in the Veterinary field are Equines, Exotics and Farm Animal Medicine. During my work experience at ******** Equine Hospital the most interesting clinical case I observed was an endoscopy for lung cancer in a mare, for which I helped filling syringes. This taught me how much precision and accuracy is required. I spent a day at their pig farm, which showed me that working in a team is of great importance to the farming system. These gave me an idea of the temperament a vet needs. I consider myself very a dedicated and hard working person, both academically and physically and I try to keep level headed and calm. My placements often required these traits. I also have arranged a week at a dairy farm starting 11th October and am keen to learn about their milking and farming methods.

How have your qualifications and studies helped you to prepare for this course or subject?

My small animal experience includes two weeks at boarding kennels working with dogs. This introduced me to manual work and how to handle them correctly. I spent time at a small animal practice and I’m currently on an ongoing placement at another practice every Tuesday and Friday after school. As well as building up my knowledge observing clinical cases brought into consultation, an enjoyable aspect is when the owners talking to me about their pet, and meeting a variety of people.

What else have you done to prepare outside of education, and why are these experiences useful?

Outside school I am a member of ******* Lawn Tennis Club. Along with this I enjoy swimming and playing badminton at my local leisure centre. My favourite hobby is horse riding, which I’ve been doing for 11 years. After my lessons each week I used to lead the beginner riders who are learning to ride. I have also volunteered at a Riding for the Disabled centre leading and assisting the riders during the lessons, as well as grooming and tacking up the horses. Last year I attended an AimHigher Vet Pilot day which gave me a valuable insight of this course, and that I am prepared for its workload.

How personal statements have changed?

The current personal statement format, with three 'scaffolding' questions, was introduced by Ucas in September 2025. This personal statement was submitted before then, using the old essay-style format. It has been carefully edited into the three-question format, with all of the original wording kept.

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