Companion Animal Practice Rotation A

Postgraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
VETS 6012
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Course ID
205015
Level of study
Level of study
Postgraduate
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Unit value
0
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Course level
6
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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No
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Single course enrolment
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Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

This course comprises two 3 week modules that comprise supervised clinical experience in the Companion Animal Health Centre (CAHC) at Roseworthy campus. The students will participate as assistants in case-related activity in the clinic, including consultations, case management, in-hospital care, out-of-hours case management, report writing and client communication. The students will participate in clinical rounds. Module 1 (3 weeks)is primarily devoted to general practice, medicine and surgery. Module 2 (3 weeks) is primarily devoted to emergency and critical care. Some weekend and out-of-hours' work will be expected within the rotation.

Course learning outcomes

  • On successful completion of this course, students will demonstrate The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons Day One Competences, for the discipline of Companion Animal Practice, in:1Clinical reasoning/problem solving/knowledge2Technical skills3Communication skills4Patient care5Professional behaviours

Prerequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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