No. Members may be veterinarians or other graduates with a major interest in either Veterinary Research or Teaching. Currently, members range through:
Academic staff in many veterinary and non-veterinary faculties
Research workers in both universities and research institutions
Medical researchers with interests in the veterinary field
Veterinary investigation officers
Individuals in commerce and diagnostic laboratories
There are also a limited number of Honorary Members who have been rewarded for meritorious contributions to Veterinary Teaching and/or Research.
How much does it cost?
Standard – currently £50p/a sterling, or £120 for three year membership
Students – currently £25p/a sterling, or £60 for three year membership Thereafter the annual fee will revert to Standard Membership unless student status is reconfirmed.
Retired – Standard Members are eligible to become Retired Members once they declare non-working status.
Honorary Members – Honorary Membership of the Association is by invitation of the Association only - usually bestowed to individuals who have made an invaluable contribution to veterinary and bio-veterinary research, teaching or diagnostic work or to AVTRW itself.
What happens after?
Once your membership application is received and processed, you will begin to receive Association correspondence and notice of future meetings and you will be eligible for all benefits and discounts that are available to AVTRW members.