Welsh veterinary school on the cards
Aberystwyth may host a
new veterinary school.
new veterinary school.
CONFIRMATION has been received from a spokesman at Aberystwyth University that the institution is exploring the "potential of a new veterinary school for Wales".
Speaking exclusively to MRCVSonline, the spokesman said the university was expanding its animal science work and it would play a key role in the livestock sector within Wales and internationally.
The spokesman said: "We are expanding our work in animal science through teaching, continuous professional development and research, and in doing so work closely with the Welsh Government, private veterinary practices and industry.
"In partnership, we believe we can play a key role to help meet the opportunities and challenges faced by the livestock sector and food suppliers, particularly for the benefit of the rural economy of Wales but with an international reach.
The university is considering the new veterinary facility in light of changes to animal health governance within Wales.
"Faced with proposed changes to the structure of the Animal Health and Veterinary Laboratories Agency and its impact on service provision within Wales, all parties are keen to explore a number of different options, including the potential of a new veterinary school for Wales, to ensure the future veterinary needs of Wales are appropriately catered for,” he said.
The Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) is inviting applications from veterinary students to attend a one-week extramural studies (EMS) placement in July 2026.
