MVSc (Clinical) Practicum # PT

This subject is not offered in 2011.

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.

Students enrolled in this practicum subject of the MVSc (Clinical) will also enrol in the following thesis subject:

Candidates must have a recognised degree in veterinary science with appropriate clinical experience.

Students enrolled in the MVSc (Clinical) are not permitted to enrol in the following subject:

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.

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 part-time basis.

The MVSc (Clinical) is a research degree program that has as its objectives that graduates:

• Have achieved a breadth and depth of knowledge and understanding in a particular field or set of related fields in veterinary science;
• Can apply scientific methods to the definition and solution of problems by research;
• Have acquired advanced technical relevant to the field of research;
• Have acquired skills in the searching and manipulation of scientific literature and other relevant data bases;
• Are effective in scientific communication through both the spoken and written medium and to both professional colleagues and the wider community;
• Can approach scientific research in a critical, perceptive and constructive way;
• Have an understanding of the financing and management of scientific research;
• Develop interpersonal skills to work as part of a team;
• Observe the appropriate research codes of practice; and
• Demonstrate a professional approach to all areas of responsibility.

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.

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This subject is not available as a breadth subject.

Generic skills demonstrated in this subject are:

• Approaching scientific research in a critical, perceptive and constructive way;
• Developing interpersonal skills to work as part of a team;
• Observing the appropriate research codes of practice;
• Acquiring skills in the searching and manipulation of scientific literature and other relevant data bases; and
• Communicating effectively through both the spoken and written medium and to both professional colleagues and the wider community.