Veterinary Conservation Medicine Intercalated Honours BSc

Program Overview

The Veterinary Conservation Medicine BSc is a one-year intercalated honors program that provides a comprehensive understanding of conservation biology and the roles veterinarians play in this field. Through small group work and research projects at Chester Zoo or external placements, students develop practical skills and research experience. The program aims to enhance employability in conservation and research-related careers.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Veterinary Conservation Medicine BSc is a one-year intercalated honours degree designed for veterinary undergraduate students interested in conservation. It aims to provide a broad understanding of conservation biology, the roles veterinarians play in this field, and enhance employability through interdisciplinary skills.

• To develop a deeper appreciation for the roles veterinarians can play in conservation.
• To equip students with knowledge and skills relevant to a wide range of conservation and research-related careers.
• To broaden the employability of veterinarians.

Teaching:

• The program utilizes small group work to engage students with current issues at the interface between wildlife conservation and animal welfare.
• A significant portion of the course involves an individually-tailored research project, providing students with practical experience in research design, implementation, and interpretation.
• Students can choose to conduct their research project at Chester Zoo, focusing on a species of their interest, or arrange an external work-experience placement at a conservation-related establishment.
• The program leverages expertise in conservation biology from both the School of Veterinary Science's Leahurst Campus and the main campus in Liverpool city centre.
• The program is available to both University of Liverpool and external intercalating students.
• Applications are accepted until 1 May 2024.