Brisbane Bird Vets is a busy urban practice in Chermside, Brisbane that exclusively treats avian species. The veterinary team take immense pride in providing a comprehensive avian veterinary experience.
Veterinary Student Applications
All prospective students must select the dates they would like to attend Brisbane Bird Vets using the calendar below. Please fill in the form beneath the calendar with your requested dates and cover letter. Not all placements can be accepted due to the large volumes of students that spend time with us. An interest in unusual pet medicine is essential to ensure you get the most out of the placement.
Please note that we only accept students in their final year of Veterinary Science studies; placement is for a minimum of two weeks and a maximum of one month.
Unfortunately, we are not able to accommodate students who are not in their final year but are looking to do pre-clinical placement. Please apply when you are preparing for your final year.
Insurance
Veterinary science students will be asked to provide adequate insurance documentation. This must be provided two weeks prior to arrival and is usually available through your university. Overseas applicants are also advised to consider personal travel insurance in addition to university coverage.
Accommodation
Accommodation is not provided at the clinic.
Overseas Students
Visas
Australian legislation requires overseas students attending training placements to enter the country on a Student Visa. The application process can be viewed at www.immi.gov.au/students/.
A copy of this visa must be supplied two weeks prior to arrival.
