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Veterinary Medicine

Learning outcomes

Graduates of the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine will:

No. Course learning outcome
1 Investigate, analyse and interpret data to generate knowledge and to make evidence-based decisions in veterinary science.
2 Apply a professional, ethical and socially responsible approach to all aspects of veterinary professional activity to advocate for and improve animal health, welfare, production and performance.
3 Integrate evidence and apply clinical reasoning skills to develop a diagnostic framework and formulate solutions to problems affecting animal health, welfare, production and performance.
4 Develop treatment, diagnostic and prognostic recommendations that consider animal and client needs, available resources, financial, legal and regulatory requirements and the social and cultural context.
5 Promote wellness and preventative care, perform veterinary diagnostic, medical and surgical procedures and formulate posttreatment management strategies.
6 Design and implement prevention and control programs for common animal disorders.
7 Identify and respond to issues at the human, animal and environment interface and contribute to one health, food security and biosecurity.
8 Attend to and promote the health, well-being and professional development of themselves and others in order to provide care of the highest standard.
9 Communicate with, educate, collaborate and lead colleagues, clients and the public, effectively and with compassion, in diverse social and cultural contexts.