Professor Vanessa Barrs, Dean of the Jockey Club College of Veterinary Medicine and Life Sciences (JCC), was recently featured on the Times Higher Education (THE) Connect podcast to discuss the future of veterinary leadership and the college’s growing global influence. During the interview, Dean Barrs highlighted the unique "One Health" philosophy underpinning the Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine (BVM) programme - the first and only professional veterinary programme in Hong Kong. She emphasised how the curriculum integrates animal, human, and environmental health to prepare students to address complex global challenges, including food security and emerging infectious diseases.
The interview also highlighted the college's commitment to clinical excellence and its rapid ascent as a premier destination for veterinary education. Students benefit from world-class facilities, such as the CityUHK Farm, and a lecture-free final year dedicated entirely to clinical rotations. With dual accreditation already secured from the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) and Australasian Veterinary Boards Council (AVBC), the programme continues to foster an international learning environment through partnerships with prestigious institutions like Cornell University, ensuring graduates are workplace-ready for a global career.
For more insights into the college’s vision for the next generation of veterinarians and the evolving landscape of the profession, you can listen to the full interview and read the featured article on the Times Higher Education website: Educating Future Leaders in Veterinary Medicine.