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Summer Veterinary Observation and Research in Scotland

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Program Overview

Looking to plan your Summer 2027 in advance? Apply now for our Veterinary Observation and Research program in Scotland to get an international experience like no other.

In this 5-week summer program, candidates will be placed at a local vet hospital in Edinburgh, Scotland.
The veterinary tasks that the people who participate in this program take on include intake, assessment, consultation, care of sick animals, surgeries, and urgent animal care. At the same time, gain an insight into services like grooming, billing, and reception of an animal clinic.

This is an intensive summer experience for those wanting to go into private veterinary practice. The program is 4 - 5 days a week and in your free time, Scotland is yours to explore.

This program is a good fit for pre-vet students, individuals who want to dive into the veterinary field, and those who want to get hands-on learning while living abroad. Participation in this program will enhance your application to veterinary school or improve your veterinary resume for the future.

Accommodations are included in the program price! Apply now and make the most out of your summer. Submit a $500 application deposit to secure your spot!

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Program Highlights

Boost your resume with international hands-on work experience that involves full-time work hours for four days a week.
Obtain academic credit for 240 hours of research assignments, depending on university requirements.
Secure a Letter of Recommendation at the end of the program to help you get placed in veterinary graduate programs or for your future vet career (available upon request).
Choose from a range of housing options: shared apartment, university residence hall, or a homestay with a local Scottish family.
Explore the stunning countryside, highlands, lakes, castles, and picturesque villages of Scotland during your time off and weekends.

What's Included

Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
Some Program Activity Costs
Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
Pre-Departure Orientation
In-Country Orientation
Language Lessons
Emergency Support
Internship Placement
Wifi Costs
Training
Academic Credit
Letter of Recommendation

Exclusions

Domestic Airfare
Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)
International Airfare
Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
In-Country Transportation To & From Project
Public Transportation Pass

Program Details

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Locations

  • Edinburgh, Scotland
  • Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Fields & Subjects

  • Animal Science
  • Veterinary Medicine & Science

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered
  • 2027, 2028
  • Terms Available
  • Summer

Eligible Nationalities

  • Albanian
  • American
  • Andorran
  • Angolan
  • Antarctica
  • Antiguan & Barbudan
  • Argentinian
  • Armenian
  • Aruban
  • Asian
  • Australian
  • Austrian
  • Azerbaijani
  • Bahamian
  • Bahraini
  • Bangladeshi
  • Barbadian
  • Basotho
  • Belarusian
  • Belgian
  • Belizean
  • Beninese
  • Bermudian
  • Bhutanese
  • Bissau-Guinean
  • Bolivian
  • Bonaire
  • Bosnian
  • Botswana
  • Brazilian
  • British
  • British Virgin Islander
  • Bruneian
  • Bulgarian
  • Burkinabe
  • Cambodian
  • Canadian
  • Cape Verdean
  • Caymanian
  • Central African
  • Chadian
  • Channel Islander
  • Chilean
  • Chinese
  • Colombian
  • Comoran
  • Congolese
  • Cook Islander
  • Costa Rican
  • Creole
  • Croatian
  • Cuban
  • Curacao
  • Cypriot
  • Czech
  • Danish
  • Djibouti
  • Dominican
  • Dutch
  • Ecuadorian
  • Egyptian
  • Emirati
  • English
  • Equatorial Guinean
  • Eritrean
  • Estonian
  • European
  • Fijian
  • Filipino
  • Finnish
  • French
  • Gabonese
  • Georgian
  • German
  • Gibraltarian
  • Greek
  • Greenlandic
  • Grenadian
  • Guadeloupian
  • Guatemalan
  • Guinean
  • Guyanese
  • Hawaiian
  • Honduran
  • Hungarian
  • I-Kiribati
  • Icelandic
  • Indian
  • Indonesian
  • Irish
  • Israeli
  • Italian
  • Ivorian
  • Jamaican
  • Japanese
  • Jordanian
  • Kazakhstani
  • Kittitian, Nevisian
  • Kiwi
  • Korean
  • Kuwaiti
  • Kyrgyzstani
  • Lao or Laotian
  • Latvian
  • Lebanese
  • Libyan
  • Liechtenstein
  • Lithuanian
  • Luxembourg
  • Macedonian
  • Malagasy
  • Malaysian
  • Maldivian
  • Malian
  • Maltese
  • Manx
  • Marshallese
  • Martiniquais
  • Mauritanian
  • Mauritian
  • Mexican
  • Micronesian
  • Moldovan
  • Monegasque
  • Mongolian
  • Montenegrin
  • Montserratian
  • multi
  • Myanmar
  • Nauruan
  • Nepalese
  • New Caledonian
  • Ni-Vanuatu
  • Nicaraguan
  • Niuean
  • Norwegian
  • Omani
  • Palauan
  • Palestinian
  • Panamanian
  • Papua New Guinean
  • Paraguayan
  • Peruvian
  • Polish
  • Polynesian
  • Portuguese
  • Puerto Rican
  • Qatari
  • Reunionese
  • Romanian
  • Russian
  • Saban
  • Sahrawian, Sahraouian
  • Saint Helenian
  • Saint Lucian
  • Saint Vincentian or Vincentian
  • Salvadoran
  • Sammarinese
  • Samoan
  • Sao Tomean
  • Saudi Arabian
  • Scottish
  • Senegalese
  • Serbian
  • Serbian; Montenegrin
  • Seychelles
  • Sierra Leonean
  • Singaporean
  • Slovak
  • Slovenian
  • Solomon Islander
  • South African
  • South Sudanese
  • Spanish
  • Sri Lankan
  • St. Barts
  • Statian
  • Sudanese
  • Surinamese
  • Swazi
  • Swedish
  • Swiss
  • Syrian
  • Tahiti
  • Taiwanese
  • Tajikistani
  • Tanzanian
  • Thai
  • The Vatican
  • Tibet
  • Timorese
  • Togolese
  • Tongan
  • Trinidadian, Tobagonian
  • Tunisian
  • Turkish
  • Turkmen
  • Turks and Caicos
  • Tuvaluan
  • Ukrainian
  • Uruguayan
  • Venezuelan
  • Vietnamese
  • Virgin Islander
  • Welsh
  • Yemeni
  • Zambian
  • This Program is also open to Solo, Group

Education Levels & Language

  • Language
  • English
  • Education
  • University Freshman (1st Year)
  • University Sophomore (2nd Year)
  • University Junior (3rd Year)
  • University Senior (4th Year)
  • University 5th Year or More
  • High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (for example: GED)
  • Some college credit, no degree
  • Trade/technical/vocational training
  • Associate degree
  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Master’s degree
  • Professional degree
  • Doctorate degree

Accommodation Options

  • Apartment/Flat
  • Dormitory
  • Home-stays

Application Procedures

  • Phone/Video Interview
  • Online Application
  • Resume
  • Letters of Reference

Age Requirement

18-30

Duration

  • Summer
  • Short Term
  • After College
  • Career Break / Mid-Career
  • During College
  • Post High School

Starts At

Contact Provider for Cost Details, $1250-1500

Payment Terms

  • Upfront Deposit

Refund Policy

Refund with conditions

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Program Reviews

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Top categories

Social Life
4.7
Internship Placement
4.5
Living Situation
4.5
Work Environment
4.5
Program Administration
4.3
Health & Safety
4.3

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Mia CCanada · June 2024

Wonderful work placement experience

This program was absolutely amazing. The veterinary clinic I was placed in was so welcoming and passionate. Every single day I spent in the clinic was filled with valuable learning experiences. It allowed me to fully immerse myself in the everyday life of a practicing veterinarian. Furthermore, all of the staff were happy to divulge their experiences handling various cases and answering any questions I may have. In addition, they also pointed out places to visit or things to do in Scotland on my days off from work. Their input really helped to make the experience truly memorable as I got to explore some of the less touristy areas. I would highly recommend this program to anyone who is interested in pursuing a degree in veterinary medicine as it offers a brilliant opportunity to observe and learn.

Kristyn DelamarUnited States · June 2024

My new favorite place!

Genuinely one of the best experiences of my life! It's amazing to be able to get hands-on experience relevant to my future career, while also being able to travel and explore new places. I've truly enjoyed my time here in Scotland both in the workplace and while traveling. Everything is so beautiful and has a deep history behind it, and it's wonderful getting to know every nook and cranny of this city.

Jessica KonopUnited States · September 2023

Veterinary Research Intern in Scotland

I really enjoyed my time as an intern through Adelante Abroad. I spent six weeks living in Edinburgh, Scotland, where I spent most of my week participating in research on pig behavior. I major in animal science, and I just applied to veterinary school, so this internship was very helpful in preparing me for my future career as well as my vet application. I also had such a fun time in the city, as I had never been to Europe before, and living there for the length that I did was incredibly cool. There was so much history and I feel that I got to see, experience, and learn so much during my time there.

Andre GarciaUnited States · July 2023

Best experience ever!

It was a valuable experience in which I was able to explore my chosen future career path hands on, and immerse myself in an entirely new and alluring culture. Growing both professionally, and as an individual.

Elizabeth DinwoodieUnited States · July 2022

Once in a lifetime experience!

This program allowed me to explore Edinburgh and meet so many wonderful people! Observing at the veterinary clinic was a unique and immersive way to get professional experience and make meaningful connections!

Nicole HensleyUnited States · June 2022

I loved it!

I learned so much at Apex vets despite coming in with a lot of experience and all of the staff were so amazing! I got so much hands-on experience and it was so amazing to have such a large role at the hospital!

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Can I get academic credit for this program?

Yes, Many of our participants recieve academic credit for their time abroad. You will need to speak to your Academic advisor at your home university to see how the credits will be accepted and/or transferred.

Do I need to be in college to participate?

No. You do not need to be a student to participate. We have recent graduates, gap year applicants, and college students placed into our Scotland veterinary observation and research programs each year.

When should I apply to this program if it is only during summer?

We recommend applying as soon as possible, as this program fills up fast each year. The latest you can apply is 60 days before the program starts.

Recognitions & Awards

Awards and accreditations earned by this provider

2025 Finalist - People’s Choice
GoAbroad Innovation Awards 2024 Finalist - People’s Choice

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