MVSc (Clinical) Practicum # FT
Subject VETS70001 (2011)
Note: This is an archived Handbook entry from 2011.
Credit Points: | 30 |
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Level: | 7 (Graduate/Postgraduate) |
Dates & Locations: | This subject is not offered in 2011. |
Time Commitment: | Contact Hours: This subject is normally taken on a full-time basis for no more than two years. Students enrolled part-time in the MVSc (Clinical) will enrol in VETS70002 instead of this subject. Total Time Commitment: Not available |
Prerequisites: |
The usual entry requirement is a Bachelor of Veterinary Science (usually honours level) or recognised equivalent qualification. Please note that all students must meet the University’s English language requirement. |
Corequisites: | Students enrolled in this practicum subject of the MVSc (Clinical) will also enrol in the following thesis subject: Subject Study Period Commencement: Credit Points: RHD First Half Year, RHD Second Half Year |
Recommended Background Knowledge: | Candidates must have a recognised degree in veterinary science with appropriate clinical experience. |
Non Allowed Subjects: | Students enrolled in the MVSc (Clinical) are not permitted to enrol in the following subject: Subject |
Core Participation Requirements: |
It is University policy to take all reasonable steps to minimise the impact of disability upon academic study, and reasonable adjustments will be made to enhance a student’s participation in the University’s programs. Students who feel their disability will impact on their academic performance are encouraged to discuss this matter with the Subject Coordinator and the Disability Liaison Unit. |
Contact
Faculty of Veterinary Science,
University of Melbourne , Victoria, 3010,
T: +61 (0)3 8344 7357,
W: www.vh.unimelb.edu.au/residency/mvsc.html
E: vet-info@unimelb.edu.au
Subject Overview: |
This is a subject for the practicum component of the Master of Veterinary Science (Clinical) stream.For most students, the practicum will consist primarily of case studies in the Veterinary Hospital. Students will be provided with advanced clinical training in diagnostic, therapeutic, and technical skills associated with veterinary clinical sciences. Students enrolled in this subject will be enrolled in the MVSc (Clinical) on a full-time basis. |
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Objectives: |
The MVSc (Clinical) is a research degree program that has as its objectives that graduates:
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Assessment: |
Demonstrated clinical ability and application of knowledge (50%): Ongoing evaluation, including practical ability Written examination on the topic of the residency discipline in the last 6-18 months of the residency (33.3%): Written examination of 1.5-hour duration (for example, two 30-minute questions and three 10-minute questions) Assessment during residents' rounds (16.7%): Ongoing weekly evaluation during semesters
Assessment of this subject will contribute 30% of final result of course. |
Prescribed Texts: | None |
Breadth Options: | This subject is not available as a breadth subject. |
Fees Information: | Subject EFTSL, Level, Discipline & Census Date |
Generic Skills: |
Generic skills demonstrated in this subject are:
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Related Course(s): |
Master of Veterinary Science (Clinical) |
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