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, e.g. UK. Australia, Hong Kong; 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 the Veterinary World
Introduction to the Veterinary Industry
Understanding a vet’s roles and responsibilities
Career Paths with a Veterinary Degree & its applications in Hong Kong
Studying in UK

Day 2 Being a Veterinarian in Hong Kong
How to practice in Hong Kong
Differences between being a veterinarian in UK and Hong Kong
Clinical Routines
Basic Veterinary knowledge (Activities)

Day 3 Hands-on Activities
How to perform a Physical Examination on Dogs
Surgery workshop 1: Scrubbing, Gowning and Gloving

Day 4 Veterinary education in other countries
Routes to Becoming a Veterinarian & Studying in Australia
Routes to Becoming a Veterinarian & Studying in HK
Interactive Debate

Day 5 Becoming a Surgeon & Career Sharing
Surgery workshop 2: Suturing (Workshop)
Career sharing
Certificate Presentation & Celebration Party

* The tentative schedule is subject to change.