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Institutional development · Teaching, learning and curriculum · United Kingdom

University of Surrey opens nominations for second Vet Awards honouring placement vets

The University of Surrey's veterinary school has opened nominations for six awards recognising vets and practices that supervise its students on clinical placement, with winners named on 30 June 2027.

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Why it matters: Vets and practices that teach Surrey School of Veterinary Medicine students on placement can be nominated until 14 May 2027.

The University of Surrey said nominations are open for its Veterinary School Awards, now running for a second year.

According to the university, the awards recognise practising vets who teach, mentor and supervise Surrey School of Veterinary Medicine students on clinical placement, as well as practices hosting the school's intramural rotations.

There are six categories, with preceptor and practice awards for each of small animal, farm animal and equine work.

Nominations close on 14 May 2027, a shortlist will follow, and winners will be announced at a ceremony on 30 June 2027, the university said.

Editor’s view

Sarah Williamson, Teaching, Digital and AI Editor

Vets and practices that supervise Surrey veterinary students on placement can be put forward across six categories until 14 May 2027, with winners due to be named on 30 June 2027.

What to watch

  • Nominations close on 14 May 2027, after which a shortlist will be published.
  • Winners will be announced at the Surrey Vet Awards ceremony on 30 June 2027.

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