New workforce development programmes specialise in small animals

Harper Adams University has boosted veterinary sciences with the introduction of 10 new postgraduate workforce development programmes.

The courses, all specialising in small animals, are being delivered in collaboration with Improve International and the European School of Veterinary Postgraduate Studies (ESVPS).

Harper Adams will deliver a selection of modules, as well as validate the courses on behalf of the partners.

Emily Chapman-Waterhouse, Business Development Manager and Associate Lecturer, said: “The role of the veterinary profession in protecting the health and welfare of more diverse species groups continues to grow. There is also an increasing body of veterinary professionals who need to meet a greater demand for specialist services, both in individual species and in disciplines.”

In addition to the new programmes, the construction of a Veterinary Services Centre is due for completion next year at Harper Adams University.

The University also recently welcomed students to enrol on the new BSc (Hons) Veterinary Physiotherapy degree course.

Commenting on the expansion, Head of the Animal Production, Welfare and Veterinary Sciences Department, Cartwyn Ellis, said: “This collaboration will bring together three partners with a wealth of experience in the provision of high quality postgraduate professional development for the veterinary sector.”

The 10 new workforce development courses include postgraduate certificates in Feline Veterinary Practice, Small Animal Cardiology, Exotic Animal Practice and a postgraduate diploma/MSc in Advanced Veterinary Practice Sciences.

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