Advanced Clinical Practice (Online Learning)

The University of Edinburgh
Postgraduate PgDip Distance learning (part-time) 4 Years Veterinary science

About this course

Veterinary medicine is a rapidly evolving discipline, comprising a wide range of specialist areas. Research in veterinary medicine is directly relevant to the improvement of health and welfare of domestic animal species and the protection of public health.

Research reputation

The R(D)SVS has an international reputation, and its clinical services - Hospital for Small Animals (dog and cat and exotics, zoo and wildlife) and Large Animal Hospital (equine and livestock) - are among the most influential centres for clinical care in the UK and Europe. It is best placed to advance the skills of the sector due to the skills in primary, secondary and tertiary care medicine and surgery, and its extensive research activities in all aspects of veterinary medicine.

Who is this programme for?

Veterinary practitioners are under pressure to maintain high standards of practice while also keeping abreast of the latest developments. In response to the increasing requirement for support in developing advanced clinical skills, this distance learning programme is aimed primarily, but not exclusively, at veterinarians in practice.

How will I learn?

The modular, portfolio approach allows the greatest flexibility to meet the needs of the modern practitioner. The goal is to provide you with the skills and knowledge required to be a highly effective practitioner and to enable you to act as a leader and mentor within the veterinary community.

Study Options

This course is available in 4 study options:

Distance learning (part-time) Shown above

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: PgDip

Location: Edinburgh

Distance learning (part-time) Shown above

Duration: 2 Years

Qualification: Professional Development Diploma

Location: Edinburgh

Distance learning (part-time) Shown above

Duration: 6 Years

Qualification: MVetSci

Location: Edinburgh

Distance learning (part-time) Shown above

Duration: 2 Years

Qualification: PgCert

Location: Edinburgh

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

3111 Laboratory technicians
2113 Biochemists and biomedical scientists
1211 Managers and proprietors in agriculture and horticulture
2112 Biological scientists
1231 Health care practice managers
3240 Veterinary nurses

Course Details

Qualification
Postgraduate Diploma - PgDip
Study Mode
Distance learning (part-time)
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Edinburgh
Scheme
Postgraduate
Subjects
Veterinary science