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Degree Programme Tables
2007-2008
Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery
BVM&S
5 Year Programme
NYT
1
Course
Cells, Tissues and Development
Body Systems 1
Introduction to Animal Husbandry I
Population Medicine and Veterinary Public Health I
Body Systems II
Infection & Immunity
Introduction to Animal Husbandry II
Population Medicine and Veterinary Public Health II
Introduction to Animal Husbandry II (practical)
Clinical Foundation Module
Body Systems III – Veterinary Pathology
4
Integrated Clinical Course – Dog and Cat
Population Medicine and Veterinary Public Health III
Practical Clinical Course
Integrated Clinical Course – Farm animal
5
Integrated Clinical Course – Equine and Exotics
Clinic induction, consolidation and integration course
Population Medicine and Veterinary Public Health IV
Integrated Pathology/ Clinical Studies Final Year Rotations
Graduate Entry Programme
Course
The Animal Body
Introductory Pathology and Infectious Disease
Population Medicine and Veterinary Public Health II
Animal Husbandry
Personal and Professional Development
Clinical Foundation Module
Body Systems III – Veterinary Pathology
Integrated Clinical Module – Dog and Cat
Population Medicine and Veterinary Public Health III
Practical Clinical Course
Integrated Clinical Course – Farm animal
Integrated Clinical Course – Equine and Exotics
Clinic induction, consolidation and integration course
Population Medicine and Veterinary Public Health IV
Integrated Pathology/ Clinical Studies Final Year Rotations
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L CT
8 30
8
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20
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10 30
10 20
10 50
10 10
10 10
10 50
10 40
10 10
10 20
11 120
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10 30
10 20
10 50
10 10
10 10
10 50
10 40
10 10
10 20
11 120
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INTEGRATED CLINICAL COURSE – FARM ANIMAL
Course Name INTEGRATED CLINICAL COURSE – FARM ANIMAL
'Owning' School Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies
College
School Acronym
College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine
VET
Prefix
Normal Year Taken
Session Course
Operational with effect from
4 - Year 4 Undergraduate
2007/2008
Credit Points
Credit Scheme
Credit Level
Short Description
50
Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework
10 - SCQF Level 10
This course provides a foundation which will enable the student to develop during the associated practical classes an enthusiasm for, and knowledge of, cattle, sheep, pigs, fish and poultry health and production. In addition, the course will:
- emphasise the role of the veterinary surgeon in planned animal health and production in cattle and sheep.
- expand on the husbandry and nutrition covered earlier in the programme to provide a background to the aetiology and prevention of many important cattle and sheep diseases and welfare problems.
- explain the aetiology, pathology, diagnosis, differential diagnosis, treatment and prognosis of the principal diseases of cattle and sheep in the UK.
- describe the principal causes of reproductive failure in cattle and sheep.
- demonstrate that optimum fertility in cattle and sheep is a function of good management and nutrition.
- discuss the importance of helminth control in the health and productivity of cattle and sheep enterprises.
- control of Notifiable diseases in farm animals
Summary of Intended
Learning Outcomes
Components of
Assessment
At the end of this course students should be able to:
Explain how common cattle and sheep husbandry and management systems can result in disease, poor fertility, welfare problems, and reduced production.
Describe the principal aspects of the important diseases of cattle, sheep, pigs, fish and poultry.
Outline strategies for treatment, prevention and optimum production in herds and flocks.
Examined at the end of semester 1
Written Examination
Essay questions – 40%
Multiple choice questions – 35%
Practical Examination
2 practical clinical examination stations, at least one of which must be passed –
25%
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INTEGRATED CLINICAL COURSE – EQUINE AND EXOTICS
Course Name INTEGRATED CLINICAL COURSE – EQUINE AND EXOTICS
'Owning' School Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies
College
School Acronym
College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine
VET
Prefix
Normal Year Taken
Session Course
Operational with effect from
4 - Year 4 Undergraduate
2007/2008
Credit Points
Credit Scheme
Credit Level
Short Description
40
Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework
10 - SCQF Level 10
Summary of Intended
Learning Outcomes
This course covers the aetiology, clinical signs, diagnostic protocols, treatment and prognosis of disease conditions involving horses, laboratory and exotic animals. The husbandry, clinical anatomy and physiology of laboratory and exotic animals are also expanded from earlier courses.
At the end of this course students should be able to:
Describe the mechanisms of disease conditions of the species and systems indicated, and their relevance to the clinical case.
Describe the clinical signs of, and diagnostic approach to, these clinical
Components of
Assessment conditions.
Apply their knowledge of problems of the system / species to the choice of an appropriate treatment and the development of a prognosis.
Be able to discuss case management of simple and advanced cases.
Examined in Semester 2, before the Easter vacation
Written Examination
Multiple choice questions (50%)
Short answer questions (50%)
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CLINICAL INDUCTION, INTEGRATION AND CONSOLIDATION COURSE (CLIC)
Course Code
Course Name CLINICAL INDUCTION, INTEGRATION AND CONSOLIDATION COURSE
'Owning' School
College
Prefix
School Acronym
Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies
College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine
VET
Year 4 Normal Year Taken
School Acronym
Suffix
Session Course
Operational with effect from
Credit Points
Credit Scheme
2007/2008
Credit Level
Short Description
10
Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework
10 - SCQF Level 10
The aim of this course is to integrate and consolidate core clinical material with previously delivered basic science, theory, practice, problem-solving and communication to help prepare students for their final year and professional life.
Evidence from these aspects will be incorporated in the student portfolio.
Comprises both core and elective components, delivered in semester two.
Emphasis on small group working with a significant element of directed self teaching with staff guidance. Delivery methods include demonstrations, Computer
Assisted Learning, online discussions, workbooks, tutorials, group presentations.
The course will cover a variety of topics including Problem-based/problem solving clinical scenarios, Clinical induction in preparation for Final Year clinical rotations in the hospitals, Communication Skills, Veterinary education (training for peer teaching, life-long learning and client education).
Be able to apply theoretical knowledge to clinical scenarios. Summary of Intended
Learning Outcomes
Components of
Assessment
Be able to integrate basic science information into clinical scenarios.
Be able to solve clinically-based problems using theory, knowledge, logical reasoning, test results, available literature and discussion.
Have an understanding of the financial management of clinical cases and general practice.
Be able to apply knowledge of how people learn to small group tutorial situations and client education.
Be able to apply the Calgary Cambridge consultation model in clinical scenarios.
Be able to demonstrate an ability to communicate effectively with clients and colleagues, both in writing and verbally.
Be able to demonstrate a record of self-assessment.
Pass or fail awarded
Criteria for pass:
Completion of an online formative assessment
Completion of all required elements of the portfolio
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