Want To Be a Veterinarian - Taster Programme for Vet Study

This programme will give you a glimpse of what it’s like to be a veterinarian. You will have a chance to talk to veterinarians and find out about related careers.

Upon completion of the programme, you will:

• Understand various veterinary degrees, including HK, UK and Australia: their differences and applicability to Hong Kong
• Understand career opportunities in the veterinary industry
• Understand the role and responsibilities of a veterinarian

Day 1: Introduction to Veterinary Profession and Studying Veterinary Science in Australia

• Introduction to the veterinary industry
• Duties and responsibilities of a veterinarian
• Career opportunities with a veterinary degree and its applications in Hong Kong
• Pathways to becoming a veterinarian in Australia and sharing experiences of studying there
• Life as an international student in Australia
• Differences between veterinary life in Australia and Hong Kong

Day 2: Studying Veterinary Science in Hong Kong

• Pathways to becoming a veterinarian in Hong Kong and sharing experiences of studying there
• How to prepare for and handle interviews
• Recognition of veterinary licenses obtained in Hong Kong

Day 3: Let’s Intern Together!

• Daily workflow in veterinary work
• How to assist with physical examinations of patients?
• How to perform CPR in emergency situations?

Day 4: Studying Veterinary Science in the UK and Surgical Workshop (Part 1)

• Pathways to becoming a veterinarian in the UK and sharing experiences of studying there
• Life as an international student in the UK
• Differences between veterinary life in the UK and Hong Kong
• Operating room etiquette and practicum (techniques for scrubbing in, wearing surgical attire)

Day 5: Becoming a Surgeon

• Surgical workshop: suturing techniques for patients
• Summary and certificate presentation.

The HKMA reserves the right to change any of the programme without notice, including but not limited to including but not limited to topics, schedule, activities, assessments, fees, lecturers, and locations.