Veterinary General Practice Portfolio Project
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| VETS4046 | Veterinary Medicine and Science | 4 | 20 | Full Year UK |
- Code
- VETS4046
- School
- Veterinary Medicine and Science
- Level
- 4
- Credits
- 20
- Semesters
- Full Year UK
Summary
This module considers:
- Concepts of clinical practice and its integration and application to the student speciality.
- Evidence based practice.Complexity, uncertainty and inconsistency associated with clinical practice.
- Partnership working, empowering people, capacity decisions and joint care planning.
- Resilience and problem solving skills.
- Risk management, patient safety and human factors.
- Creating a culture of learning in clinical settings.
Target Students
UK registered Veterinary Surgeons who meet the entry requirements contained in the supplementary regulations.
Classes
- One 10-hour workshop
- One 7-hour un assigned
- One 7-hour un assigned
- One 10-hour tutorial
- One 10-hour placement
Content will be delivered by lectures and seminars. Resources to facilitate and support student self-directed and optional learning are available. Attendance is non-compulsory. • Tutor led hours • Assessment (reflection and planning) • Peer discussion • Clinical supervision • On the job learning aligned to module content
Assessment
- 100% Skills audit with reflective element: Repeated assessment of the student's level of entrustability for set clinical and professional skills, forming the basis of an ongoing development plan. Four audits consisting of 5-10 Direct observation of practice assessments and a reflection on personal progress and significant clinical outcomes
Assessed by end of designated period
Educational Aims
To encourage critical thinking and reflection to support competent, safe and high-quality veterinary practice.The learning objectives and assessment structure of this module have been developed to complement those presented in the Veterinary General Practice Clinical Teaching module and align with the expectations and requirements set out in the RCVS Professional Development Phase.Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the student will be able to:
a) Intellectual Skills
- Critically analyse complex problems associated with advanced practice and problem solve to develop solutions based on sound evidence, professional and clinical judgment through self needs analysis.
b) Professional Skills
- Demonstrate the integration of best evidence when taking a history, performing a physical examination, decision making, therapeutic intervention and evaluation acting autonomously in the management of patient care, within the scope of professional practice.
c) Transferable Skills
- Critically reflect on situations of complexity, uncertainty and inconsistency, within your specific profession on an inter-professional basis, articulating and communicating concerns and information effectively.
Conveners
Last updated 07/01/2025.