I'm applying for veterinary school and I would really appreciate any advice from current student and vets. I particular- how can I make my personal statemnt stand out from all of the others? And what interview questions were fired at you?
Thankyou for you help!
2006-08-31 05:31:57 · 8 answers · asked by Moi? 3 in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
Good luck on your application; where are you applying?
In terms of the application, show enthusiasm for the subject and note places where you've done work experience (e.g. vet surgery, dairy, kennels etc.). Remember they're also looking for balanced and developed individuals, so if you participate in sport teams, orchestras, committees etc, make sure to note those down.
If you're particularly interested in something, mention it. I'm a current vet student (starting 4th year) with an interest in birds, and in the two interviews I received, as I was ushered into the room I was asked, "You're the person with an interest in birds, aren't you?" Possibilities include small animal or large animal work, a particular field of exotics, equine, oncology, laboratory/research, teaching etc. Don't put something for the sake of it unless you can justify it (such as "I enjoyed this on work experience"), as they may ask you more specific questions about that topic.
They're really quite nice to you at interview, honest! Just remember that they're not giving you questions to test your knowledge; that's what exams are for! They're looking to see how you think and whether you can deduce an answer given some guidance. Talk aloud if you're thinking things through; it gives them an idea of what you're doing and is better than just sitting there in silence.
One of the most common questions has to be, "Why do you want to be a vet?" Think about it for a while, as you need an answer that would keep you motivated for 5 or 6 years through uni, and beyond. "What makes a good vet?" is another similar question.
Both places will ask about your work experience. Be able to talk broadly about all of it, what you learnt, what you thought of it etc. They're checking that you're telling the truth and that you enjoyed what you were doing. Have at least two cases about which you can talk in detail and which you found interesting. In my interviews I talked about a female dog spay with complications, and about a caesarian on a cow.
Oh, and if you can remember a few common drug names that might not hurt your case too much. A painkiller, an antibiotic, an anaesthetic, nothing too detailed but enough to show that you were paying attention and appreciated what the animal was given, when it was given it, and why.
Since I have an interest in birds, both of my interviews included bird related questions. This is why you need to be genuinely interested in any topic related to a stated area of interest.
Other questions will simply be there to make you think. "What are the main differences between a dog and a horse?" "How many toes does a horse/dog/cow have?" "What do you do if someone brings an animal into your surgery?"
Another piece of advice is to read the media for a few weeks before interview. Note any animal related stories and do some research. Show your interest in animal affairs.
Basically, they're looking for intelligent people who are interested in and committed to the veterinary profession as a career, who will be fun to teach (and who will contribute to uni life as well as be a bookworm).
Let me know if you need any help or further advice.
2006-09-02 02:44:46 · answer #1 · answered by Weeble316 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Have you done any work experience with vets?
What cases you dealt with were especially memorable?
Have you considered routes of employment other than general practice?
What experience do you have working with animals?
Everyone applying has good A level grades and loves animals - what other qualities do you have that make you stand out as an interesting person?
What is it that attracts you to this college in particular?
What will you do if you dont get into vet school?
Show that you've got lots of experience with animals and poeople, are totally committed, have thought through why you are applying, are an interesting person .
2006-09-01 00:46:28 · answer #2 · answered by Twinchickens 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Apart from your personal details, They can ask you the following
1. Why are you interested in vet?
2.Why don't you opt for more lucrative Physcian degree?
3. Are you willing to serve in villages or in metropolitan cities?
4. If in villages then why or in city, then why?
5. Will you go for higher studies in vet?
6. Where do you see yourself after your degree?
These are the most common question, which they may ask.
2006-08-31 05:47:04 · answer #3 · answered by ashtre2000 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Television is produced to the lowest common denominator - i.e., the common IQ of the general public, whereas a e book is written to the highest common denominator
2017-03-03 15:37:56 · answer #4 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I love watching TV, I love the pet shows, the medical shows and the court docket and Judges shows
2017-02-03 01:04:57 · answer #5 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it depends who asks ur questions all a can say is answer aw ur questions honestly and if u have a love of animals u should b fine thats how i got into my nc in animal care good luck
2006-09-03 10:20:25 · answer #6 · answered by jhouston_jh 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Q: Why do you want to be a vet & what type of animal will you cater to? (farm or domestic or reptiles)
2006-08-31 05:36:48 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Read books about vets and you will know what to say.
2006-08-31 05:34:43 · answer #8 · answered by Ali L 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋