Veterinary Medicine and Surgery - Wildlife PGCert

University of Nottingham

Course overviewThis postgraduate certificate (PGCert) equips qualified veterinary surgeons with the knowledge and skills needed to treat wildlife animals. The course provides focused training in the candidate's chosen field within a wildlife hospital under the supervision of an EBVS Veterinary Specialist in Avian Medicine and Surgery and an RCVS Specialist in Zoo and Wildlife Medicine. The course comprises two elements:Clinical ResearchExposure to clinical caseload and scholarly activitySubmission of a clinically based research projectClinical portfolio and clinical case reportReflective exercisesClinical trainingDiagnosis, treatment and care of patientsSurgery and medicineSubmission of a case report suitable for publication in a peer-reviewed journalDevelop personal and professional skills associated with clinical practiceCareersExpert staff can help you research career options and job vacancies, build your CV or résumé, develop your interview skills and meet employers.Each year 1,100 employers advertise graduate jobs and internships through our online vacancy service. We host regular careers fairs, including specialist fairs for different sectors.