Fellows of the Future

Our Fellowship is designed to support your professional growth, by acknowledging and honouring achievements, and promoting the skills and dedication that drive our profession forward.

If you’re an undergraduate veterinary student or recent graduate, our Fellows of the Future competition is the perfect platform for you to display your original research. It's a unique opportunity to showcase your work, while building meaningful connections with established Fellows who can help to guide your career journey.

The competition and judging process

If you're selected as a winner, you'll present your research to our judging panel in a five-minute presentation during Fellowship Day 2026. If you’re one of the ten runners-up, you’ll also have the chance to display your research through poster displays.  

Whether you’re giving a presentation or exhibiting a poster, you’ll have the chance to connect with Fellows, get feedback, ask questions and build professional relationships that could shape your career.

Why apply?

Last year's competition received overwhelmingly positive feedback from both students and Fellows. By participating, you too could experience the same rewards.  

We understand that attending events can be a financial challenge for students, which is why we reimburse reasonable expenses of up to £150. This support helps ensure that talented students can participate, regardless of their financial situation.

Are you eligible?

The competition is open to:

• Undergraduate veterinary students
• Recent graduates (no earlier than 2024)
• International students studying at an RCVS accredited institution

Check the full list of eligible universities and courses on our main registration page. If you're still unsure, get in touch with us at [email protected].

Submission guidelines

Your submission should include the title of your research and a summary of your findings. Keep your summary to a maximum of 500 words, capturing the essence of your work concisely and clearly.

You can also include up to two illustrations or diagrams if they help explain your research. Submit everything as a Microsoft Word document or PDF through our online form.

The deadline for submissions is 4pm on Wednesday 1 October 2025. Don't miss this date – we can't accept late submissions.

Submit your entry 

Ready to share your research with the veterinary community? Complete the form below to submit your entry. Remember, all required fields must be completed for your submission to be considered.

We'll notify all applicants during the week commencing Monday 27 October 2025. Whether you're selected for a presentation or poster display, you'll be part of an exciting day that celebrates the future of veterinary science.

Take your chance to step into the spotlight and show the veterinary community what you're capable of. We're excited to see what you've been working on and to help you take the next step in your professional journey.