2:1 BA Hons Graduate in Drama/Hispanic Studies wanting to go into Veterinary medicine

I have an upper 2:1 BA Hons degree in Drama and Hispanic studies. My A-Levels were Drama, English Literature, Photography and Spanish - so no sciences although I have all A's in them at GCSE. I know I'm probably starting from absolute scratch here but I'm a hard worker and ready to put in the years of study needed. Can anyone advise me on the best route into Veterinary Medicine given my existing academic qualifications? Would I need to go back to A-Levels? Grateful for any advice!

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stilllearning123

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Original post by e.collingwoods

I have an upper 2:1 BA Hons degree in Drama and Hispanic studies. My A-Levels were Drama, English Literature, Photography and Spanish - so no sciences although I have all A's in them at GCSE. I know I'm probably starting from absolute scratch here but I'm a hard worker and ready to put in the years of study needed. Can anyone advise me on the best route into Veterinary Medicine given my existing academic qualifications? Would I need to go back to A-Levels? Grateful for any advice!

Without a science degree, you'd have to start from the start and retake A-levels. Any combination of Biology, Chemistry and another academic A-level like maths or an essay subject will do. Then you'd have to get work experience in a vet's so you'd have something to talk about in personal statement and interview.
You have a long road ahead of you, best of luck!
If you don't mind me asking, why the change of heart in career path?

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wombats

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Depending on the unis you apply to, an Access to HE course might be an option.

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e.collingwoods

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Original post by wombats

Depending on the unis you apply to, an Access to HE course might be an option.

Thanks! I'll look into it :smile:

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e.collingwoods

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I don't mind you asking! I went to uni for financial reasons for my family, not because I really wanted to. So I decided to at least study something that I enjoyed. Hence Drama and Spanish (qualifying me for nothing haha). I've always been interested in veterinary studies but I didn't have the guidance to follow the academic steps to get me there. I've been working for the last several years in film, which I love but with Covid and the strikes, the industry is somewhat on it's knees. Without sounding too egotistical- I'm a good student and am willing to commit the years necessary. Just worried about the financial implications. Thanks for your help!

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username7511239

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I didn't know an undergraduate degree in Drama and Hispanic studies was a thing. Well, the more you know.

2:1 BA Hons Graduate in Drama/Hispanic Studies wanting to go into Veterinary medicine

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