What is the BSAVA?
The BSAVA is a veterinary association that can be joined by any vet or veterinary student in the UK that works to bring together and inform the whole community interested in small animal veterinary work. To find out more about joining the BSAVA as a free student member, check out the benefits below as well as more information regarding BSAVA Congress and some information about your BSAVA Representatives at the University of Liverpool. Also check out our associated page on the menu to find out more about the Liverpool BSAVA Student Conference!
Benefits of Free Student Membership:
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Free membership, suitable for students who are studying for their primary degree in veterinary science in the UK or the Republic of Ireland. Applicants must have a valid veterinary university email address.
Benefits of Student PLUS membership
(1) Free printed copy of the BSAVA Small Animal Formulary Part A (Canine and Feline) in your penultimate year of study.
(2) BSAVA App, with access to essential resources including the BSAVA Small Animal Formulary Parts A (cats and dogs) and B (Exotic Pets), Guide to procedures in Small Animal Practice and Guide to the Use of Veterinary Medicines (3) Save 35% on all BSAVA print and digital publications – essential information on a wide range of small animal topics (4) Online access to Companion, the BSAVA membership magazine View sample issue (5) Small animal pre-clinical EMS resource in the BSAVA digital library, together with a huge range of other webinars and resources (6) Bite-size regional CPD (including online Regions Now) (7) Bite-size online Learn@Lunch CPD (8) Discounted student rate at BSAVA Congress – the biggest small animal conference in Europe (9) FREE BSAVA Congress podcasts 2016-2019 – covering a wide range of small animal topics. (10) Free subscription to VETbytes App (11) Online access to the Journal of Small Animal Practice archive.
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So How Do I Join?
Step 1
Follow the link below to register for the BSAVA website:
https://bsavaportal.bsava.com/s/login/SelfRegister
Step 2
After registering, apply for student membership by filling out the respective form:
https://www.bsava.com/membership/join-now/uk-and-roi-student-member/
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After registering, apply for student plus membership by filling out the respective form:
https://www.bsava.com/membership/join-now/uk-and-roi-student-plus-member/
Please use your university email address for BOTH the FREE BSAVA student membership and STUDENT PLUS BSAVA student membership.
Follow the link below to register for the BSAVA website:
https://bsavaportal.bsava.com/s/login/SelfRegister
Step 2
After registering, apply for student membership by filling out the respective form:
https://www.bsava.com/membership/join-now/uk-and-roi-student-member/
OR
After registering, apply for student plus membership by filling out the respective form:
https://www.bsava.com/membership/join-now/uk-and-roi-student-plus-member/
Please use your university email address for BOTH the FREE BSAVA student membership and STUDENT PLUS BSAVA student membership.
Ordering BSAVA publications
If you want to order BSAVA manuals, click the ‘Shop’ tab on the BSAVA website, then click the ‘Veterinary Book’ link.
(NOTE: Make sure you’re logged in as a student member to get the extra £5 discount!).
(NOTE: Make sure you’re logged in as a student member to get the extra £5 discount!).
BSAVA Congress
BSAVA Congress is the largest event of its kind in the world. It involves three full days in March of lectures, practicals and networking opportunities with both veterinary professionals and other companies. There are several streams in the schedule such as veterinary, nursing and management, so you can choose the events of most interest and relevance to you.
Student members get discounted tickets and can watch the dedicated student stream. There is also a grant for veterinary students, details of which will be released closer to the time. Furthermore, you can apply to be a steward and get your transport, accommodation and meals paid for to help out at Congress and attend some of the talks as well.
If you’re interested for more details, you can talk to your Representatives and the BSAVA also has a dedicated website:
www.bsavaevents.com/bsavacongress2022/en/page/home
Student members get discounted tickets and can watch the dedicated student stream. There is also a grant for veterinary students, details of which will be released closer to the time. Furthermore, you can apply to be a steward and get your transport, accommodation and meals paid for to help out at Congress and attend some of the talks as well.
If you’re interested for more details, you can talk to your Representatives and the BSAVA also has a dedicated website:
www.bsavaevents.com/bsavacongress2022/en/page/home
My BSAVA Representatives
At the University of Liverpool, we have two BSAVA Representatives, one at each of the Liverpool and Leahurst campuses. The Reps access BSAVA funding, contacts and other resources to enhance students’ experience.
They organise talks, practicals and other events at the University that cover all things small animal-related. As Reps, they also work to keep students in the loop regarding webinars the BSAVA puts on, annual events for vets and students alike such as Congress and other benefits and discounts like the ones mentioned above.
The BSAVA Reps also organise the Liverpool BSAVA Student Conference on the first weekend of January, usually a jam-packed weekend focusing on the practical skills and clinical knowledge that Liverpool students need to graduate confident and competent in small animal medicine and surgery.
They organise talks, practicals and other events at the University that cover all things small animal-related. As Reps, they also work to keep students in the loop regarding webinars the BSAVA puts on, annual events for vets and students alike such as Congress and other benefits and discounts like the ones mentioned above.
The BSAVA Reps also organise the Liverpool BSAVA Student Conference on the first weekend of January, usually a jam-packed weekend focusing on the practical skills and clinical knowledge that Liverpool students need to graduate confident and competent in small animal medicine and surgery.
Senior BSAVA Representative (Leahurst)- Iva Ivanova
Why Liverpool: When I came to Liverpool for my interview I felt at home. I fell in love with the city, its culture and its people. I am so grateful that I get to spend 5 years in such a radiant city, surrounded by so much love and positivity.
Favourite vet event: Bonfire Night
What do I like about the BSAVA: I love BSAVA’s approach towards students. I have always felt supported by them during my studies. They provide so many different resources such as free student membership, BSAVA library, BSAVA podcasts and of course the annual Congress. There’s something for everyone so we can gain experience in the areas of the veterinary profession that we are interested in.
Email: hliivano@liverpool.ac.uk
Favourite vet event: Bonfire Night
What do I like about the BSAVA: I love BSAVA’s approach towards students. I have always felt supported by them during my studies. They provide so many different resources such as free student membership, BSAVA library, BSAVA podcasts and of course the annual Congress. There’s something for everyone so we can gain experience in the areas of the veterinary profession that we are interested in.
Email: hliivano@liverpool.ac.uk
Junior BSAVA Representative (Liverpool)-Emma Kenney
Hi, I’m Emma, BSAVA Junior rep for the University of Liverpool. BSAVA is a great organisation to be part of with a wide variety of resources aimed at students, new grads, and the more experienced vet, along with events to improve your skills in small animal practice and gain more in-depth knowledge about a topic that interests you. Another huge bonus is that as a student, membership is free! My personal interests lie within charity medicine, working with, and supporting people from low income and disadvantaged backgrounds to provide the best possible care for their pets. I also enjoy emergency and critical care work due to the fast pace and the variety of interesting cases presented. I am looking forward to working with Iva, BSAVA Senior rep, to highlight the work of the BSAVA and the many benefits of becoming a member, alongside attending the annual BSAVA congress in Manchester-hope to see you all there!
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