Scholarship overview
Key facts
Application dates
Restrictions
This program will prepare the resident to sit the certifying board examination in the specialty of Bovine Health Management as well as providing an introduction to clinical research by completion of the Masterate in Veterinary Studies. A Diploma of the European College of Bovine Health Management qualifies the owner to obtain registration as “Veterinary specialist in Cattle management and diseases” with the NZ Veterinary Council and the Australasian Veterinary Boards Council.
The role involves conducting clinical duties as part of the Farm Services Clinic in the Veterinary Teaching Hospital to gain in-depth knowledge of bovine health management and its supporting disciplines under the supervision and guidance of Diplomates of the ECBHM and senior farm animal clinicians. The program will cover bovine health and management at the individual animal and herd level, as well as the operation of cattle industries in New Zealand and elsewhere. In addition, training will be provided in key related disciplines (animal welfare, legislation, public health, zoonoses) as well as problem investigation, communication and leadership skills. The resident will be closely involved in the teaching and assessment of BVSc and BVTech undergraduates via practicals, supervision during clinical rotations and a small amount of lecturing. The resident is also required to partake in the afterhours roster by undertaking weekend and weeknight duties on a shared rota
Who we're looking for
We're looking for a BVSc graduate with an interest in bovine health and management.
Eligibility criteria
You must:
- be a New Zealand or Australian citizen or permanent resident
- hold a Bachelor of Veterinary Science degree which is registrable in New Zealand
- qualify for enrolment as a candidate for the degree of Master of Veterinary Studies (Advanced Veterinary Practice) at ۶Ƶ.
Application checklist
Include the following with your application:
- a statement outlining your past and present extra curricular activities, and any other particulars that may prove useful to the selection committee
- a certified copy of your academic record (for any study completed outside of ۶Ƶ)
- your curriculum vitae
Selection considerations
When choosing the recipient, the Selection Committee will consider your experience, previous internships or other evidence of interest in pursuing a residency, academic record and any other relevant information that has been provided.