ANIMALS CAN BRING SO MUCH TO OPERATIONS.
THE BONDS YOU FORM THERE WITH YOUR FELLOW OFFICER CADETS ARE LIFE-LONG.
Training For The Role
Step 1
Having successfully completed the Army Officer Selection process and a Royal Army Medical Corps specialist interview; you will be awarded a place on the Commissioning Course Short at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst. You are taught basic military, survival and weapon handling skills alongside other professionally-qualified officers. The training is designed to prepare you for military life. On completion of the course you will awarded a commission into the Army Medical Services.
Step 2
You will then attend the Army Medical Services Entry Officers' Course (EOC), which provides you with the specific knowledge required to begin your career as an Army Veterinary Officer.
Entry Requirements
Veterinary Degree and Membership of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons
Student bursary - Apply while you are still at university, before the end of January. You should apply not later than your second year to qualify for the full amount. You must pass the Army Officer Selection Board for professionally qualified officers and the Army Selection Board for Royal Army Veterinary Corps to qualify. You must also start initial Officer training at Sandhurst before your 29th birthday.
- Mid Thigh Pull 50kg
- Medicine Ball Throw 2.7m
- 2km run 12m
- MSFT (beep test) level 5.8
Qualifications You Could Get After Training
Rank Progression
Pay and Benefits
HOW TO APPLY
Training For The Role
Step 1
You will complete two 2-week courses at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst to form the basis of your military training
Step 2
Your trade specific training will depend on your civilian qualifications and experience
Entry Requirements
- Mid Thigh Pull 50kg
- Medicine Ball Throw 2.7m
- 2km run 12m
- MSFT (beep test) level 5.8
Qualifications You Could Get After Training
Pay and Benefits
As a Veterinary Officer, you'll be paid on a daily rate commensurate to your qualifications. This includes being paid for weekly drill nights. Plus, if you complete all of your annual training days, you’re entitled to a tax-free lump sum called a bounty.