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Volunteering on campus

Our subject specialisms, research activities and businesses on campus create opportunities for students to develop their expertise outside their degrees. Our veterinary nursing students are both motivated and committed to their development – they love to get hands on with our animals, securing volunteering roles to further enhance their expertise. Over 70 animal species You could gain experience with our animal collection on campus. Alongside domestic species, we’re home to birds, fish, reptiles, You may be able to volunteer with professional therapists and water treadmill experts in our equine therapy and hydrotherapy centres. Experience the treatment of equine musculoskeletal conditions using our modern facilities. Canine hydrotherapy and physiotherapy There could be opportunities for you to experience canine hydrotherapy and physiotherapy treatments in our on-campus dog spa, the Canine Hydrotherapy Centre, as well training techniques in our new canine arena. Livestock husbandry and health Home to cattle and sheep, our commercial farm provides the ideal environment for students to gain voluntary experience of livestock care, especially in lambing and calving seasons. amphibians, invertebrates and livestock. Equine therapy and hydrotherapy

“I couldn’t imagine a better place to study veterinary nursing. I love being surrounded by the animals and learning about their anatomy. On my clinical work placement, I’m able to use the skills I’ve learnt to help animals get back to full health. There’s no better feeling in the world.” Tom Gwynne, BSc Veterinary Nursing student

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