Travel grants for vet students and recent graduates

BVA Research Travel Scholarship

The BVA Research Travel Scholarship (Harry Steele-Bodger Memorial Travel Scholarship) was established in September 1953 to honour the memory of Henry W Steele-Bodger, President of the Association from 1939 to 1941, in recognition of his great services to the veterinary profession and agriculture, particularly during World War Two. See Harry Steele-Bodger's biography.

About the scholarship

Valued up to £1000, this scholarship is intended to assist a visit to a veterinary or agricultural school, research institute or some other course of study or project. Applications for research projects that contribute to sustainable development or benefit communities in low and middle income countries are encouraged.

Read this blog from 2024 winner Natasha Tredgold, who shared her experience conducting research in the Philippines on Negros Bleeding Heart Doves.

The 2024 scholarship was presented to University of Liverpool student Natasha Tredgold, with a special additional award granted to Cambridge graduate Sinthu Devkumar

2025 applications now open

Who can apply?

Penultimate and final year veterinary students, and graduates of UK and Ireland veterinary schools qualified for no more than three years. Read our guidance notes before applying. 

How to apply

For this application you will need to provide: 

  • Where you propose to carry out your project
  • Description of your proposed project (incl. a plan of investigation)
  • Estimated costs
  • Two referees


Applications close 12pm, Monday 2 June 2025. 

Apply now