will studying a year in a non-science degree affect my chances for admission?

Are you an international applicant? Do the qualifications you used to get in to you non science degree meet the vet med requirements?
Edit: and to clarify are you leaving the non science degree to go and do vet med or finishing the non science degree and using that as part of your application?

I am an international applicant! And yup, the qualifications (from high school/ a levels) meet the vet med requirements. I’m leaving the non science degree to do vet med!

Overall answer - Maybe, it does depend on the unis you're applying too!
It would be best to contact the unis you're thinking of applying too - reference the course you're currently on and ask if it will meet the requirements, or double check the admissions sections on UCAS pages/university websites. Its really down to the prospective admission teams for the unis you're applying too.
I'm currently finishing my BSc top-up in a science subject, but still don't meet the requirements to start graduate entry / accelerated entry for vet med. I wish I triple checked beforehand, as I wouldn't of wasted a year of time and tuition.
Whilst experience is really important for vet med, you need the on paper qualifications (and grades) to gain entry. There are always foundation year Vet Med courses and access to HE courses that may help with your application!
Hope this was helpful - Good luck 🙂

Hi,
As long as your A-levels/Level 3 qualifications meet the entry requirements for veterinary medicine, with a strong personal statement and experience (which you already have), your non-science degree will not hinder your admissions.
Well done on chasing your passion again and good luck on your application😊
-Sarah (Kingston Rep)

I am an international applicant! And yup, the qualifications (from high school/ a levels) meet the vet med requirements. I’m leaving the non science degree to do vet med!
I’m just afraid since I guess it’s not really the most conventional path :’)