Nestled in the vibrant heart of Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong, the Jockey Club College of Veterinary Medicine and Life Sciences (JCC) at City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) represents Asia's pioneering center for veterinary excellence, established in 2014 and renamed in 2018 through a landmark partnership with the Hong Kong Jockey Club. Embracing the "One Health" paradigm—linking animal, human, and environmental health—JCC delivers the Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine (BVM), a six-year program modeled on Cornell University's prestigious Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM). This innovative curriculum emphasizes evidence-based training in animal welfare, public health, and emerging infectious diseases, with hands-on experiences at facilities like the Hong Kong Jockey Club Equine Quarantine Centre.
Achieving dual accreditation from the Australasian Veterinary Boards Council (AVBC) and Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS)—the first in Asia—enables graduates to practice seamlessly in Hong Kong, the UK, Australia, New Zealand, and beyond, without additional exams. Cornell's involvement ensures world-class faculty, facilities, and an interdisciplinary PhD program, fostering research in biomedical sciences and global health. JCC empowers students to tackle regional challenges like zoonotic diseases, blending rigorous academics with compassionate, impactful veterinary leadership.