General Pathology

Postgraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
VETS 5005
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Course ID
205000
Level of study
Level of study
Postgraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
5
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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Yes
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University-wide elective course
Yes
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Single course enrolment
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Note:
Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

Pathology is a core discipline in veterinary medicine. Students will learn general principles about the processes involved in disease. The course will contribute to the students' achievement in understanding fundamental principles of disease and recognizing disease states across the range of species, focusing upon domestic animals.

Course learning outcomes

  • Conceptualisation of the mechanisms that underlie lesions
  • Recognition of the major types of lesions at gross and microscopic levels
  • Ability to properly describe gross lesions using appropriate pathologic terminology

Prerequisite(s)

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Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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