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VN Practical Exam results published
Pass lists released, pass rate increases

The pass lists for this year's practical examinations for Veterinary Nursing qualifications have been published. MRCVS.co.uk would like to extend our congratulations to all those who have passed.

Of the 237 candidates attempting the new Level 3 Diploma practical exams (Objective Structured Clinical Examinations or OSCEs), 165 candidates passed. Accordingly, the pass rate is 70%. Many candidates passed by a clear margin, and a third of candidates achieved success in ten or more of the 12 exam stations when the pass line was eight stations.

Those students who sat the old-style NVQ Level 3 practical exams also achieved excellent results. Of 62 candidates, 49 were successful. The pass rate is therefore 79%, which is the highest pass rate in recent times.

Welcoming the news, Head of the RCVS Veterinary Nursing Department Libby Earle said “Congratulations to all those who were successful – and to the colleges and practices whose support has been vital to these students’ success. It is good to see VN students doing so well and particularly under the new Level 3 Diploma, since it is only the second time these practical examinations have been held.”

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Applications open for MMI research grants

News Story 1
 RCVS' Mind Matters Initiative (MMI) has launched round two of its veterinary mental health research grants.

Researchers have until 11.59pm on Wednesday, 28 May 2025 to apply for a grant for research which reflects MMI's 2025 focus areas.

Only one Impact Grant was awarded last year, and so this year there are two Discovery Grants and one Impact Grants available. Each Discovery Grant is worth £5,000 and the Impact Grant is worth £15,000.

For more information or to apply, email researchgrants@rcvs.org.uk to contact the MMI team.

 

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BBC Radio 4 documentary addresses corporate fees

BBC Radio 4's File on 4 Investigates has released a documentary exploring how corporate-owned veterinary practices may be inflating bills to increase profit.

Released on 15 April, 'What's Happening To Your Vet Bills?' revealed the policies which many corporate groups have in place to increase their profits. This included targets and upgrades which veterinary teams are tasked with meeting on a regular basis.

It also features Anrich Vets, an independently-owned practice based in Wigan. Following the case of Staffordshire terrier Benjy, who is diagnosed with a tumour, the documentary shares how the team were able to offer contextualised care and advice to make the procedure as affordable as possible for his owners.

The documentary can be heard on demand on BBC iPlayer.