#university application

[cunctatorsupreme]

I GOT AN OFFER FOR A UNIIIII

It's my backup and since I have Contextual offer its BBC but it means I most likely have a place!!

[beetle-luvr]

I GOT MY FIRST UNIVERSITY OFFER TODAY.

It's not the one I've got my eyes set on but it's a decent uni.

[healinghoots]

So you want to be a vet? (UK)

1. Get Organized

Different vet schools have slightly different requirements (e.g., GCSEs, extra tests like CASPer), so make a spreadsheet.

Decide where to apply - consider location, advice from previous students and your preferred learning style! Remember: you will be here for the next 5-6 years, make you you like it!

Consider statistics - if you're an english applicant, don't apply to two Scottish schools! They hold an overwhelming amount of places for scottish and international students.

2. Work Experience = Gold

Get variety: Farm animals, companion animals, exotics, wildlife—you’ll want at least 2 weeks with vets and 2 weeks in husbandry placements (but more is better).

Quality > Quantity: It’s not about ticking boxes. Reflect on what you learned, like teamwork, communication, and, yes, shoveling poo with enthusiasm.

Check requirements for the university you want: each school has different minimum requirements!

Get references as you go: almost all the schools will ask you for references (don't forget to check their formatting requirements), it's far easier to gather them as you go rather than scrambling at the last minute!

3. Grades Matter

Most unis ask for AAA at A-level (bio and chem required).

If your grades aren’t quite there, consider a foundation year or gateway course—they’re there for a reason!

4. Personal Statement

Start early and rewrite... and rewrite.

Show your passion but don’t just list achievements—reflect on what they taught you.

Example: Instead of “I volunteered on a dairy farm,” try “I learned how to handle stressed animals and developed resilience after being kicked by a cow.”

5. Extra forms

Some universities don't even look at your personal statement, and even when they do they will ask for supplementary forms

These forms may be ethics reasoning, further reflection on why you want to apply, or something entirely different!

Check deadlines: some may be before you apply, some may be after. Don't miss out on your chance because you didn't know you had something to submit!

5. Interviews

Formats vary: Expect panel interviews, MMI (stations), or both.

Practice scenarios: They’re looking for empathy, problem-solving, and communication, not a walking textbook. “What would you do if an owner couldn’t afford treatment?”

Know the current hot topics: Vet shortages, mental health in the profession, zoonotic diseases—be ready to discuss these.

“Why do you want to be a vet?” can’t just be “I like animals.” Prepare an answer that shows you understand the challenges.

6. Keep Perspective

It’s competitive: There are far more applicants than places. If you don’t get in, it’s not the end. Many students take a gap year and re-apply, sometimes even multiple times!

[isuckonpipettes]

I just got an unconditional offer into my top choice university!! Honestly, this comes as such a relief since I've been stressing about it all year 🙃. Now that that's done, I think I'm just gonna focus on keeping my grades up (and hopefully resting a lot more)

[deergirl111]

Just submitted my university application!!!!

[notsofriendlyfriendlyreminder]

JUST SEND OUT MY FIRST COLLEGE APPLICATION

pressing the send button was never so stressfull also to all my czech people ano jsem další pretentios motherfucker co si dal přihlášku na UK protože i jako malá jsem byla crazy a byl to můj CÍL. Jako buzika mě představa staré konzervativnější školy děsí ale nu což carpe fucking diem ne? :DD POKUD máte nějaké poznatky řekněte mi moc diky mír lásku a cimrmana všem.

[sage-and-amber-days]

Hi folks! I’m just about back haha.

I really burned myself out over the last round of mocks so I had to take some time to switch my brain off. I’m really pleased with my results though as I got A*A*A. I’ve got another round in a few weeks so most of my time is taken up with that at the moment,

We’ve started a new book in English which I love a lot so that’s been really fund to work on for the past few weeks. Though admittedly it has been slow progress.

I got a really good offer from my second choice uni which I’m really happy about, but I’m still waiting to here back from my first which is very stressful. 

Hope the new year is treating everyone well! <3

Date: 23/2/22

[passionate-of-literature]

i received an email yesterday from my favourite teacher of my ucas reference, and i’m so so happy with it :)) i’ve already finalised my personal statement, and inputted my university choices, so now when i’m back in school next week, i should be able to finally submit my application!! i’m so excited :))