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EDIVET: Do you have what it takes to be a veterinarian?

Course summary

Start date

Anytime

Cost

Free

Delivery mode

Online (Self-paced independent learning)

This course is hosted on an external learning platform
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About the course

This course, brought to you by the Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies at the University of Edinburgh, is designed to give you a taster of topics covered during the first year of a degree in veterinary medicine at the University.

It will help support you to make the right decision for your career and gain a wider understanding in studying Veterinary Studies.  

What you'll learn

In this course, you will learn about:

  • Basic animal care
  • An introduction to body systems anatomy
  • Veterinary professional skills
  • An introduction to clinical skills
  • The past, present and future of veterinary medicine 

Who the course is for

This course is for anyone interested in learning more about Veterinary Medicine, giving a “taster” of courses covered in the first year of a veterinary degree and an idea of what it is like to study Veterinary Medicine. If you’re thinking about studying vet medicine at university, then this is the ideal introductory course. 

Entry criteria

Introductory: No previous knowledge required 

Additional Information

This course is hosted on an external learning platform

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