Hi all!
I'm planning on applying to Cambridge to study Vet Med, however student opinions are swaying me otherwise...
It's quite the obvious that vet med in cambridge is purely theoretical for years 1,2 and 4 (with year 3 being the intercollated year). I remember being told that one of the perks of going to Cambridge is the glory of coming out of uni with a cambridge degree and that this degree will make me more employable. However, in regards to vet med, I have been told the contrary, and that in fact, post-grad Cambridge vets are less likely to be employed by veterinarians due to the lack of animal handing experience throughout uni. Liverpool on the other hand start animal handling from DAY ONE, learning clinical skills, familiarisation with surgical instruments and x-ray interpretations etc.
I am a highly academic student and enjoy working, in a sense, however, if this means that my future ahead as a vet is questionable due to the lack of animal experience by doing the cambridge vet med course, I'm questioning whether I should apply to this uni?
If someone could give me the pro's and con's of studying vet med in Cambridge, I'd be EXTREMELY grateful, as I haven't heard a great deal about it, except the minimal animal involvement.
Also, if anyone knows ANY CURRENT VET MED CAMBRIDGE STUDENTS in ANY YEAR or even post-grads! Please tell me their username so I can get in touch with them! It's always better to hear from actual students.
Thank you!