BVA Graduates | British Veterinary Association

From day one, feel supported. We're here to help as you transition from student to qualified vet. Rely on us to keep you up to date with the latest developments in our fantastic, ever-changing profession.

Calling all final year vet students

If you're in your final year of vet school and graduating in 2025, you can now pre-order your grad gift here. Receive it when you join or renew as a Year 1 young vet member. See terms and conditions, for 2026 terms please email [email protected]

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Peace of mind with our Employment Hub

Access free 24/7 legal advice on professional or personal matters, from contract checking and working time regulations to housing, and more.

And if the unexpected happens - we’ve got you covered with FREE personal accident insurance.

Practical tips for confident negotiating

Get instant access to our ‘Talking about pay’ and ‘Flexible working’ guides so you can confidently negotiate with potential employers.

Quality CPD with our journals and events

Enjoy a wealth of knowledge and expertise from our world-class journals, In Practice and Vet Record delivered to your door.

What's more, get exclusive member discounts on tickets to BVA Live and London Vet Show.

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Exclusive discount for BVA members

Recently graduated? Don’t miss your chance to save on VDS’s 2026 Recent Graduate Event.

The VDS Recent Graduate Event 2026 takes place on Friday 6 March at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens. It's a full day of CPD tailored for vets in their first five years of practice. The programme includes sessions from the VDS, VetSafe and VDS Training Teams, plus Great Workplaces by BVA. Attendees will explore communication, handling complaints, learning from incidents, and creating a positive team culture.

BVA members can unlock an exclusive 10% discount — just head to your BVA Member Portal to claim it.