Course overview
Forge a career caring for a wide variety of animals.
Course description
You'll gain in-depth knowledge and understanding of veterinary nursing by studying a wide range of subjects, from anatomy and physiology to animal behaviour and welfare, infection control and clinical practice to anaesthesia and diagnostic techniques.
You'll work with a range of animals, including large animals, exotics and wildlife, and most of your third year will be spent putting your learning to use on placement with an approved veterinary practice.
Example modules include:
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Patient Care
- Infection Control
- Large Animal Healthcare
- Diagnostic Techniques
Example modules include:
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Patient Care
- Infection Control
- Large Animal Healthcare
- Diagnostic Techniques
Entry requirements
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Course Type: Other
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Venue details
Barony Campus
Parkgate
Dumfries