Regina See

2nd Year of 5 Year BVM&S - Malaysia

What made you decide to study abroad rather than in Malaysia?

The idea of being able to experience life abroad and meet people from all parts of the world was definitely the main reason I decided to study abroad.

What made you decide to apply to The University of Edinburgh and The R(D)SVS?

With the R(D)SVS being one of the best vet schools in the world, it was hard for me to not apply here. The modern architecture of the vet school fully equipped with state of the art facilities and a strong team of teaching staff made the thought of applying here rather appealing.

What was the application process like?

I had to first apply through UCAS. Shortlisted applicants then had to attend an interview session which were multiple mini stations. We were then notified of the outcome about a week later.

What stands out in your mind from your experience at Edinburgh and studying Veterinary Medicine so far?

The people in Edinburgh are actually so nice, the city is stunning although the weather can be quite a pain. The lovely teaching staff and the fact that the whole faculty is generally just a huge big family makes studying Veterinary Medicine here at Edinburgh unique.

Was it difficult to transition into life in Edinburgh and studying abroad?

I personally didn’t find it difficult at all because everyone was so welcoming! The staff, students even the locals here definitely made us international student feel at ease all the time. It took a while to get used to not having family around but I guess that’s what makes studying abroad an ‘adventure’.

What aspect of the BVM&S degree do you enjoy the most and why?

I definitely enjoy the practical classes the most since we get a lot of hands-on experiences instead of just going through lectures every day. Not forgetting the Clinical Skills practicals where we get to just ‘work with dogs’ when it’s really just, an hour of stress relief involving cute dogs.

Have your EMS placements helped to shape your studies so far?

Preclinical EMS placements have made me realise the importance of good husbandry and biosecurity. Rather than just browsing through notes on sheep husbandry I’ve actually got to do it myself and therefore have a better understanding on the how and why some things are done.

How is your programme equipping you for your future career?

Pretty well actually! Right now we’ve covered all the body systems and also animal husbandry which are both really important especially when it comes to understanding the material taught in our clinical years but more importantly to be able to explain to our clients why certain procedures or medication are being given and how they work.

If you could give one piece of advice to any prospective students thinking of applying to the R(D)SVS, what would it be?

Do it! I was just like you 3 years ago, contemplating which university to apply to but right now all I can say is that choosing to go with the Dick Vet was probably one of the best decisions I’ve ever made.