Study Veterinary Medicine in Europe

A guide to studying veterinary medicine in Europe through Medical Doorway partner veterinary faculties.

Why study veterinary medicine in Europe?

European veterinary programmes give students the opportunity to train in a different academic and clinical environment. Courses vary in their entry requirements, structure and practical emphasis, so applicants should compare them carefully rather than treating study in Europe as a single route.

Choosing a veterinary programme

Consider the curriculum, teaching language, facilities and the range and timing of practical experience. Exposure to companion animals, farm animals, equine practice, public health or wildlife may differ between institutions. Tuition, living costs, location and professional recognition should form part of the same decision.

Medical Doorway works with selected veterinary faculties and can help applicants compare published requirements, identify suitable options and prepare for each stage of the application.

Professional registration after graduation

Professional recognition depends on the university, programme, graduation date and country in which you intend to work. Students planning a UK career should check whether their qualification and circumstances meet the current Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons registration requirements. Where a qualification is not recognised, a separate examination route may apply.

Support from Medical Doorway

As an authorised representative of its partner universities, Medical Doorway can assist with programme selection, admissions requirements, application documents and communication with the university.

Our advice and application support are funded by partner universities, so students are not charged an agency fee for these services. University fees, admissions tests, travel, visas and other third-party costs remain the applicant's responsibility.

European Universities for veterinary medicine