Veterinary Medicine at the University of Lancashire

One week. Countless new experiences. Endless possibilities. 🐾✨

Our 2026 Veterinary Summer School has come to a close, and what an incredible week it’s been! 🩺🤩

In collaboration with Medivet & Partners, we welcomed aspiring veterinary students from underrepresented backgrounds for a week of hands-on learning, clinical skills, animal handling and career inspiration.

From developing practical veterinary techniques, exploring comparative anatomy, hearing from veterinary professionals to getting hands-on with animal handling at Myerscough College & University Centre and meeting a variety of animals, every day brought new experiences and opportunities to learn. 🐴🐄🐰🐶

A huge thank you to our staff, student ambassadors, Medivet and everyone at Myerscough College who helped make the week such a success. 💙

We’re excited to see what the future holds for these aspiring vets! 🌟🐾

Swipe through to see some of our highlights from the week and hear from some of our students as they share their favourite moments! 📸👏🏻

Do you know a young person who is waiting on their A Level results to secure a place at university?

Our Director of Student Recruitment, Gareth Jackson, has some comforting advice to help you prepare ahead of Results Day.

“I want to reassure families that while Results Day is important, it is not the single defining moment many fear it to be.”

Read more below👇

Why parents and guardians shouldn't fear University Clearing Clearing advice for parents and carers from Gareth Jackson, Director of UK Recruitment at the University of Lancashire, ahead of next week’s A Level results

We were delighted to attend Elefest at Blackpool Zoo last week and share more about our partnership in tackling Elephant Endotheliotropic Herpes Virus (EEHV), a disease that can be fatal to young elephants if not detected and treated quickly!

Alongside researchers from Blackpool Zoo, OptiGene and Medicine & Dentistry at the University of Lancashire, we’ve developed a rapid molecular test that uses LAMP technology to test saliva and faecal samples, supporting timely treatment decisions.

Designed for use beyond the laboratory, this technology can be taken directly into elephants natural habitats, helping conservationists monitor and respond to disease threats in real time.

This project highlights the power of our One Health approach, bringing together expertise from veterinary medicine, medicine and conservation to help protect one of the world’s most endangered species!🐘💙

We have not one, not two, but three exciting opportunities available! ✨

Veterinary Lecturer in Small Animal General Practice:
Help us to train a new generation of highly skilled veterinary professionals who are passionate about small animal general practice.
Closing date: Sunday 26th July

Veterinary Lecturer in Equine Practice:
You will contribute to the course development, delivery and management of undergraduate and postgraduate education for students, with a focus on equine practice.
Closing date: Sunday 19th July

Veterinary Lecturer in Clinical Communication Skills:
Help us to deliver an outstanding student experience through high-quality teaching, curriculum development and student support.
Closing date: Sunday 26th July

Click the link for more information 👉 http://linktr.ee/uclanvets

We are incredibly proud of Professor Heather Bacon OBE, our Dean for her work in Venezuela supporting search and rescue dogs to perform at their very best during earthquake response efforts!

Her dedication is a powerful example of expertise and commitment in action. 🐾💙

University of Lancashire Dean supports earthquake search and rescue efforts in Venezuela Professor Heather Bacon OBE, Dean of the University of Lancashire’s Vet School, has been using her expertise to help with search and rescue in Venezuela.