PROGRAMME QUALITY HANDBOOK FDSC VETERINARY NURSING ACADEMIC YEAR 2019-2020 - PLYMOUTH UNIVERSITY
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Plymouth University
Academic Partnerships
DUCHY COLLEGE (Rosewarne)
Programme Quality Handbook
FdSc Veterinary Nursing
Academic Year 2019-2020
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FdSc Veterinary Nursing Handbook (2019-2020)If you require any part of this Handbook in larger print, or an
alternative format, please contact:
HE Operations
Tel: (01209 616256)
E-mail: (cornwallhea@cornwall.ac.uk)
Please note:
All the information in this Handbook is correct at the time of printing.
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the manner set out in this Handbook and in any documents referred
to within it. It does not, however, guarantee the provision of such
services. Should industrial action or circumstances beyond the
control of the College interfere with its ability to provide educational
services, the University undertakes to use all reasonable steps to
minimise the resultant disruption to those services.
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FdSc Veterinary Nursing Handbook (2019-2020)1 Welcome and Introduction to FdSc Veterinary
Nursing
Welcome to the Foundation Degree in Veterinary Nursing/Foundation Degree in Animal Health. The
College is delighted that you have chosen to study with us.
This programme provides a Higher Education route by which to study Veterinary Nursing and on
successful completion of the FdSc Veterinary Nursing programme, register with the Royal College of
Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) as a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN). The programme is designed to
incorporate modules based on the RCVS Day One Competencies and Day One Skills, with the
opportunity to study additional areas of interest such as Animal Behaviour and Animal Nutrition.
This programme was developed to enable students to work as qualified Veterinary Nurses in
Veterinary Practice or other industries. Employers and Industry were consulted on design and, over
time, development of the programme to ensure it remains relevant and appropriate with regards to
the knowledge and skills necessary for employment as a Veterinary Nurse. The Animal Care Advisory
Board has representatives from varied industry sectors who advise the Department on the
requirements of the industry and how to develop programmes with appropriate and relevant
content.
In order to work towards and qualify as a Veterinary Nurse, you are enrolled with the RCVS, the
Professional Body, for Veterinary Nursing as a Student Veterinary Nurse (SVN) during your training
and may, after successful completion of the Veterinary Nursing qualification, register with the RCVS
as a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN).
During the programme, you will cover both theoretical and practical elements of training and
assessment. Work based learning elements of the programme include spending a minimum of 1800
hours in a Veterinary Nursing placement and completion of the RCVS Day One Skills throughout the
duration of the programme. You will also complete a number of highly relevant module assessments
during your programme, for example reports based on cases you have been involved with in your
Veterinary Nursing practice placement. Therefore you will be able to relate theory to practice and
vice versa throughout your programme.
This programme is awarded by Plymouth University and benefits from a wide range of learning
opportunities in terms of academic resources and practical aspects. This programme has been
designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge base required to work in your chosen specialism
or other graduate opportunities. It is also a platform from which you can undertake additional
vocational and academic qualifications.
Previous students have registered as Registered Veterinary Nurses and worked locally, nationally
and abroad in a variety of practices ranging from Small Animal first opinion to referral practice to
University practice.
This Teaching, Learning and Assessment Handbook contains important information including:
Who will be teaching and supporting you
Details of your programme of study and assessment
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FdSc Veterinary Nursing Handbook (2019-2020)This programme is written in accordance with the UK Quality Code for Higher Education. This
ensures that all degree level programmes in the UK are delivered appropriately. External examiners
play an important role in quality assurance of your programme and you will have the opportunity to
discuss the programme with them as well as reading their annual reports which are available on the
VLE for your programme.
The distinctive features of the FdSc Veterinary Nursing/Animal Health are:
Fully accredited by the RCVS
Delivery at Duchy College Rosewarne is ideal for students who wish for a degree experience
where support for the individual is maximised. As a partner college of the University of
Plymouth we operate with smaller group sizes than traditional degrees and can therefore
provide a different learning experience.
The Veterinary Nursing route is part-delivered in practice.
Duchy College has strong links with the Veterinary Industry in the South-west. Our Veterinary
Nursing Unit has close links with training and assessment in Veterinary Practices throughout
Cornwall and Devon through its work as a Veterinary Nursing Centre.
Duchy College has links with over 90 Training Practices in the South West where work-based
learning opportunities may be available
Students on the programme will enrol as Student Veterinary Nurses
On completion of the FdSc Veterinary Nursing qualification students will be eligible for
professional registration with the RCVS as a Registered Veterinary Nurse.
Note: the information in this handbook should be read in conjunction with the current edition of the
College Handbook which contains student support based information on issues such as finance and
studying at HE along with the University’s Student Handbook available here:
https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/your-university/governance/student-handbook.
2 Programme Team
PROGRAMME MANAGER: Nicola Penrose MSc, BSc, PGCE.
Nicky organises the programme and completes quality assurance paperwork in
conjunction with the VN Head of Centre. Nicky has extensive experience of both
teaching, tutoring and coordinating Further and Higher Education courses and the
associated administrative processes. Also r esponsible for Care and Rehabilitation, Animal
Behaviour, Current Practice, Large Animal Health and Disease, Veterinary Placement,
Research Project, PESD modules. Nicola.penrose@duchy.ac.uk 01209 721335
David Harris BVSc, MRCVS.
Responsible for Functional Anatomy, Application of Veterinary Nursing Care, Veterinary
Dispensing and Medicine, Diagnostic Methods modules. David.harris@duchy.ac.uk
01209721335
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FdSc Veterinary Nursing Handbook (2019-2020)Julie Nesbitt RVN, Cert Ed,
Responsible for Essential Veterinary Nursing Skills, Maintaining Animal Health modules.
Julie.nesbitt@duchy.ac.uk 01209721335
Mel Clear RVN Cert Ed,
Responsible for Theatre Practice and Anaesthesia module. Mel.clear1@duchy.ac.uk
01209721334
Jayne Eddy BSc PGCE
Responsible for Animal Nutrition module jayne.eddy@duchy.ac.uk 01209722115
Claire Kent RVN, VN Head of Centre and Quality Assurance coordinator IQA. Main contact
for issues arising in practice.Claire.kent@duchy.ac.uk 01209721307
Helen Thurlow BSc, RVN, Training Officer, tutorial support. helen.thurlow@duchy.ac.uk
01209721307
Team of IQAs An IQA will be allocated to your Training Practice and will be responsible for
the quality assurance of your training log vncentre@cornwall.ac.uk 01209721307
HE ASSISTANT REGISTRAR: Michelle (Mitch) Inglis. The HEAR is your point of
contact in HE Operations for all administrative paperwork to do with the
programme. She can be contacted on: Telephone: 01209 617759 or Ext 3759.
Email: mitch.inglis@cornwall.ac.uk
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FdSc Veterinary Nursing Handbook (2019-2020)PROGRAMME
SPECIFICATION
Programme Title: FdSc Veterinary Nursing
Internal Programme Code: FT – 3065 PT - 5121
Partner Delivering Institution: Duchy College Rosewarne
Start Date: September 2019-20
This programme specification template aligns with recommendations within the UK Quality Code for
Higher Education1. The information provided, by the programme proposer, in each section is
definitively agreed between the delivering institution and Plymouth University at approval.
Therefore any requests for changes to content (post the conditions set at approval) must follow
Plymouth University’s procedures for making changes to partnership programmes 2.
Contents
PS1.Programme Details ..................................................................................................................... 7
PS2. Brief Description of the Programme ........................................................................................... 7
PS3. Details of Accreditation by a Professional/Statutory Body (If Appropriate) ................................. 7
PS4. Exceptions to Plymouth University Regulations .......................................................................... 7
PS5. Programme Aims ....................................................................................................................... 7
PS6. Programme Intended Learning Outcomes (ILO) .......................................................................... 8
PS7. Distinctive Features ................................................................................................................... 9
PS8. Student Numbers ....................................................................................................................... 9
PS9. Progression Route(s) ................................................................................................................ 10
PS10. Admissions Criteria ................................................................................................................ 11
PS11. Academic Standards and Quality Enhancement...................................................................... 12
PS12. Programme Structure ............................................................................................................ 13
PS13. Explanation and Mapping of Learning Outcomes, Teaching & Learning and Assessment ........ 13
PS14. Work Based/ Related Learning ............................................................................................. 244
1QAA, 2011, Chapter A3: The Programme Level, UK Quality Code for Higher Education:
http://www.qaa.ac.uk/en/Publications/Documents/quality-code-A3.pdf , last accessed 28th July 2014 [n.b. this includes
‘Appendix 2: Working with programme specifications: A leaflet for further education colleges’]
2 If required please contact Academic Partnerships Programme Administration for assistance.
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FdSc Veterinary Nursing Handbook (2019-2020)PS1. Programme Details
Awarding Institution: University Of Plymouth
Partner Institution and delivery site (s): Duchy College, Rosewarne
Accrediting Body: RCVS
Language of Study: English
Mode of Study: Full Time (3 Years), Part Time (4 Years)
Final Award: FdSc Veterinary Nursing
Intermediate Award:
Programme Title: FdSc Veterinary Nursing
UCAS Code: D311
JACS Code: D310
Benchmarks: Foundation Degree Characteristics Statement
(QAA)
QAA Benchmarks for Veterinary Nursing 2015
Date of Programme Approval: 2005 (UPDATED 23 May 2018)
PS2. Brief Description of the Programme
The Foundation Degree (FdSc) in Veterinary Nursing at Duchy Rosewarne is a Higher
Education route to becoming a Registered Veterinary Nurse. You’ll get the chance to study
subjects around the RCVS Day One Competencies and, at the same time, delve deeper into
some of the issues and related topics surrounding veterinary nursing as a profession.
PS3. Details of Accreditation by a Professional/Statutory Body (If
Appropriate)
Graduates of this programme will be able to register as Registered Veterinary Nurses (RVN) with the
Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS)
PS4. Exceptions to Plymouth University Regulations
(Note: Plymouth University’s Academic Regulations are available internally on the intranet:
https://staff.plymouth.ac.uk//extexam/academicregs/intranet.htm)
This programme contains the following 10 Credit modules:
- CORR180 Introduction to Animal Behaviour
- CORR142 Care and Rehabilitation
- CORR2046 Veterinary Dispensing and Medicine
- CORR222 Current Practice in Veterinary Nursing
- CORR223 Large Animal Health and Disease
- CORR2047 Animal Nutrition
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FdSc Veterinary Nursing Handbook (2019-2020)PS5. Programme Aims
The aims of the FdSc Veterinary Nursing and the FdSc Animal Health programmes are to:
a) Meet the College’s and University of Plymouth’s mission statements and core values.
b) Provide an innovative, broad-based and work-related programme.
c) Develop the students’ knowledge base, and practical, vocational and transferable skills in
preparation for employment as a veterinary nurse.
d) Develop the students’ theoretical and scientific knowledge, practical and study skills to enable
participation in further study at degree level in relevant subject areas.
PS6. Programme Intended Learning Outcomes (ILO)
By the end of this programme the student will be able to:
By the end of this programme the student will be able to …….
1. Demonstrate a development of their interest in the health of animals and in veterinary nursing.
2. Demonstrate learning, organisational and planning skills and qualities important to personal and
career life.
3. Demonstrate an ability to deal with people in order to work effectively and constructively with
other employees within the animal industry.
4. Demonstrate an understanding of the technological, political, social and economic influences
over managing an animal business.
5. Perceive their field of study in a broader perspective and demonstrate an ability to transfer the
skills and knowledge learned at College to different areas of the working environment within the
animal industry.
6. Demonstrate a development of competence of skills to industry standards and encourage
adaptability in and an ability to identify the need to develop new skills where necessary.
7. Make an immediate contribution in employment or progress successfully to further studies.
8. Demonstrate skills, qualities and attitudes essential for success in academic and industrial life.
9. Have the option of continuing in HE through progression to a degree at some time in the future
or continue to develop professional skills through lifelong learning.
10. Complete the Veterinary Nursing portfolio or online progress log (NPL) to meet the
requirements of the RCVS day one skills and competencies
11. Demonstrate a level of specialist knowledge in veterinary nursing to enable work as specialists
within the veterinary industry.
12. Demonstrate an understanding of and discuss current practice and research in veterinary
science.
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FdSc Veterinary Nursing Handbook (2019-2020)PS7. Distinctive Features
This text is definitively approved at programme approval and therefore may be directly used for
promotion of the programme without the need for further confirmation:
Delivery at Duchy College Rosewarne is ideal for mature students or students who wish for a
degree experience where support for the individual is maximised. As a partner college of the
University of Plymouth we operate with smaller group sizes than traditional degrees and can
therefore provide a different learning experience.
The Veterinary Nursing route is part-delivered in practice.
Duchy College has strong links with the Veterinary Industry in the South-west. Our Veterinary
Nursing Unit has close links with training and assessment in veterinary practices throughout
Cornwall and Devon through its work as a Veterinary Nursing Centre.
The Animal Care Advisory Board has representatives from varied industry sectors who advise the
Department on the requirements of the industry and how to develop programmes with
appropriate and relevant content. Members of the Board are also keen to develop integrated
research projects with interested students.
Duchy College has links with over 90 Training Practices in the South West where work-based
learning opportunities may be available
Certificated learning available alongside core curriculum includes Health & Safety, Risk
Assessment and First Aid
Students on the programme will enrol as Student Veterinary Nurses
On completion of the FdSc Veterinary Nursing qualification students will be eligible for
professional registration with the RCVS as a Registered Veterinary Nurse
PS8. Student Numbers
The following provides information that should be considered nominal, and therefore not absolutely
rigid, but is of value to guide assurance of the quality of the student experience, functional issues
around enabling progression opportunities to occur and staffing and resource planning:
Minimum student numbers per stage = 6
Target student numbers per stage = 12
Maximum student numbers per stage = 20
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FdSc Veterinary Nursing Handbook (2019-2020)PS9. Progression Route(s)
Approved “progression route(s)” are those where successful achievement in this programme enables
direct alignment to join a stage of another programme. This is an approach employed primarily for
Foundation Degree students to “top-up” to complete a Bachelor degree, but may be employed for
other award types.
This is in part an automated admissions criterion and therefore progression may be impacted on by
availability of a position on the progression award; however progression opportunity, if not available
in the first year of application, is guaranteed within 3 years.
Progression arrangements with institutions other than Plymouth University carry an increased
element of risk. It is necessary for the delivering partner institution to obtain formal agreement from
that institution to guarantee progression for existing students on the programme. For progression to
Plymouth University, should there be the need to withdraw the progression route programme(s) then
either this will be delayed to provide progression or appropriate solutions will be found. This
arrangement is guaranteed for existing students that complete their programme of study with no
suspensions or repeat years and who wish to progress immediately to the University.
A choice of progression routes from the FdSc Veterinary Nursing / Animal Health (if RVN status is not
achieved) qualification to a Stage 2 (Level 6) qualification are possible:
• Plymouth University: BSc (Hons) Animal Conservation Science (Final Yr Level 6)
• Plymouth University: BSc (Hons) Animal Behaviour and Welfare (entry at Level 5)
Other progression routes may be available, subject to FdSc graduates satisfying any requirements
laid down by the receiving institution.
Alternatively you may wish to go straight into industry
The contribution of marks from prior levels of study to the progression award is governed by
University regulations.
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FdSc Veterinary Nursing Handbook (2019-2020)PS10. Admissions Criteria
Qualification(s) Required for Entry to this
Details:
Programme:
Level 2: GCSEs in English Language, Maths and Science
- Key Skills requirement / Higher Level (or Double Science), plus any two others at
Diploma: Grade C / 4 or above.
and/or Functional skills level 2 may be accepted as
- GCSEs required at Grade C / 4 or above: equivalent for maths or English
Level 3: at least one of the following: 48 points(from 2017 entry) (combination of
- AS/A Levels appropriate A-levels, Key Skills and AS Levels
48 points and award should be in an
- Advanced Level Diploma: appropriate subject
D in the award
- BTEC National Certificate/Diploma: MP in the certificate
- PPP in the Diploma
- VDA: AGNVQ, AVCE, AVS: P in appropriate subject such as Animal
- Management, M in specified modules
- Access to HE or Year 0 provision: Award should be in an appropriate subject at
- Pass or above.
48 UCAS points.
Award should be in an appropriate subject
Considered on a case by case basis but
- International Baccalaureate: generally a Diploma with 24 points or above.
48 UCAS points
Irish / Scottish Highers / Advanced Highers:
Appropriateness of previous Work Experience
should be discussed with the Programme
Work Experience: Manager at Interview. Each candidate should
have at least 4 weeks prior to commencement of
the programme
Other HE qualifications / non-standard awards Any other qualification deemed appropriate by
or experiences: the College
Please refer to Plymouth University Academic
Regulations (www.plymouth.ac.uk
APEL / APCL3 possibilities:
APL would have to satisfy RCVS Day One Skills
and Competency mapping.
Mature students will be required to demonstrate
that they have the necessary motivation,
Interview / Portfolio requirements: potential, experience and/or knowledge to
follow their chosen programme successfully. See
Plymouth University entry regulations.
Independent Safeguarding Agency (ISA) /
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance No
required:
3 Accredited Prior Experiential Learning and Accredited Prior Certificated Learning
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FdSc Veterinary Nursing Handbook (2019-2020)PS11. Academic Standards and Quality Enhancement
The Programme Leader/Manager (or the descriptor) leads the Programme Committee in the
Plymouth University’s annual programme monitoring process (APM), as titled at the time of
approval. APM culminates in the production, maintenance and employment of a programme level
Action Plan, which evidences appropriate management of the programme in terms of quality and
standards. Any formally agreed changes to this process will continue to be followed by the
Programme Leader/Manager (or other descriptor) and their Programme Committee.
Elements of this process include engaging with stakeholders. For this definitive document it is
important to define:
Subject External Examiner(s):
An Interim visit by External Examiner (EE) (usually between January and February) will review work
that has been marked, consult students and feed back to the programme manager and module
leaders and course team. A second visit before the SAP enables the EE to read examination scripts
and view further marked work.
Subject Assessment Panel (SAP) reviews the assessment marking and is scrutinised by the subject EE.
Representatives of the team review and present their module marks for each student on the
programme.
The annual Award Assessment Board (AAB) takes place with Programme Manager, the awarding
body’s partnership member and the External to receive the students work and confer progression or
award.
Students have the opportunity to discuss the programme independently, twice a year in the Student
Review. This forms part of the discussion for the annual programme monitoring in the autumn and
spring of each academic year.
The Student Perception Questionnaire (SPQ) is administered during the year and feeds into the
programme review.
Students Representatives attend Annual Programme Monitoring (APM) to contribute student views
alongside Module Leaders, the Programme Manager and the Assistant Registrar to monitor module
delivery and the course provision.
Curriculum meetings take place once a month to review progression, department provision,
resources and staffing.
Additional stakeholders specific to this programme: RCVS
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FdSc Veterinary Nursing Handbook (2019-2020)PS12. Programme Structure
Partner: CORNWALL COLLEGE
Academic Year: 2019-2020
Programme Code: 3065
Programme Title: FdSc Veterinary Nursing
Full/Part Time: Full Time Over 3 Years
(Level 4 3065)
Module Code Module Title Credits Year of Delivery* Semester/Term of Delivery Core/Optional
Personal and Employability Skills
CORC1013 20 1 All Year Core
Development
Maintaining Animal Health
CORR173 20 1 All Year Core
Essential Veterinary Nursing
CORR181 20 1 All Year Core
Skills
Functional Anatomy
CORR178 20 1 All Year Core
Application of Veterinary Nursing
CORR179 20 1 All Year Core
Care
Care and Rehabilitation
CORR142 10 1 Semester 1 Core
Introduction to Animal Behaviour
CORR180 10 1 Semester 2 Core
Veterinary Work Experience
CORR1001 0 3 All Year Core
*e.g. a foundation degree delivered full-time over two years would have all level 5 modules delivered in year 2. A foundation degree delivered part-time over 3 years would
normally have 40 credits of level 5 delivered in year 2 and 80 credits delivered in year 3
FdSc Veterinary Nursing Handbook (2019-20)(Level 5 3065)
Module Code Module Title Credits Year of Delivery* Semester/Term of Delivery Core/Optional
Diagnostic Methods
CORR2039 20 2 All Year Core
Theatre Practice and Anaesthesia
CORR2045 20 2 All Year Core
Veterinary Medicines and
CORR2046 10 2 Semester 2 Core
Dispensing
Current Practice in Veterinary
CORR222 10 2 Semester 1 Core
Nursing
Large Animal Health and Disease
CORR223 10 2 Semester 1 Core
Animal Nutrition
CORR2048 10 2 Semester 1 Core
Veterinary Placement
CORR2047 20 3 All Year Core
Research Project
CORR2078 20 3 All Year Core
*e.g. a foundation degree delivered full-time over two years would have all level 5 modules delivered in year 2. A foundation degree delivered part-time over 3 years would
normally have 40 credits of level 5 delivered in year 2 and 80 credits delivered in year 3
FdSc Veterinary Nursing Handbook (2019-20)Partner: CORNWALL COLLEGE
Academic Year: 2019-2020
Programme Code: 5121
Programme Title: FdSc Veterinary Nursing
Full/Part Time: Part Time (Indicative) Over 4 Years
(Level 4 5121)
Module Code Module Title Credits Year of Delivery* Semester/Term of Delivery Core/Optional
Personal and Employability Skills
CORC1013 20 1 All Year Core
Development
Maintaining Animal Health
CORR173 20 1 All Year Core
Care and Rehabilitation
CORR142 10 1 Semester 1 Core
Introduction to Animal Behaviour
CORR180 10 1 Semester 2 Core
Application of Veterinary Nursing
CORR179 20 2 All Year Core
Care
Essential Veterinary Nursing
CORR181 20 2 All Year Core
Skills
Functional Anatomy
CORR178 20 2 All Year Core
Veterinary Work Experience
CORR1001 0 4 All Year Core
*e.g. a foundation degree delivered full-time over two years would have all level 5 modules delivered in year 2. A foundation degree delivered part-time over 3 years would
normally have 40 credits of level 5 delivered in year 2 and 80 credits delivered in year 3
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Module Code Module Title Credits Year of Delivery* Semester/Term of Delivery Core/Optional
Diagnostic Methods
CORR2039 20 3 All Year Core
Theatre Practice and Anaesthesia
CORR2045 20 3 All Year Core
Veterinary Medicines and
CORR2046 10 3 Semester 2 Core
Dispensing
Current Practice in Veterinary
CORR222 10 3 Semester 1 Core
Nursing
Large Animal Health and Disease
CORR223 10 4 Semester 1 Core
Animal Nutrition
CORR2048 10 4 Semester 1 Core
Veterinary Placement
CORR2047 20 4 All Year Core
Research Project
CORR2078 20 4 All Year Core
*e.g. a foundation degree delivered full-time over two years would have all level 5 modules delivered in year 2. A foundation degree delivered part-time over 3 years would
normally have 40 credits of level 5 delivered in year 2 and 80 credits delivered in year 3
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Developing graduate attributed and skills, at any level of HE, is dependent on the clarity of strategies and methods for identifying the attributes and skills
relevant to the programme and where and how these are operationalised. The interrelated factors of Teaching, Learning and Assessment and how these are
inclusive in nature, are fundamentally significant to these strategies and methods, as are where and how these are specifically distributed within the
programme.
FHEQ level: 4 and 5
Prog
Definitions of Graduate Attributes and Teaching and Learning Prog intended Related Core
Range of Assessments
Skills Relevant to this Programme Strategy / Methods Aims Learning Modules
Outcomes
Knowledge / Understanding:
CORR173,
knowledge and critical understanding of
CORR178,
the well-established principles of their a/b/c/d
CORR181,
area(s) of study, and the way in which CORR179,
those principles have developed
CORR2047,
knowledge of the main methods of enquiry CORR2039
in their subject(s)
an understanding of the limits of their CORR222,
knowledge, and how this influences a/b/c/d
CORR2045,
analyses and interpretations based on that CORR2046
knowledge
By the end of this level of this programme the Primary:
students will be able to demonstrate for a Lectures,
threshold pass: seminars,
Maintain standards and practices required Essay, reports, posters,
group discussion,
of a registered practitioner by the statutory a/b/c/d 1 - 12 presentations, examinations.
regulatory board (RCVS) student led workshops Logbooks.
Adhere to professional code of conduct, Directed independent CORR173,
engage in reflective practice, apply ethical study CORR178,
and legal knowledge to practice and work Learning from work CORR181,
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Prog
Definitions of Graduate Attributes and Teaching and Learning Prog intended Related Core
Range of Assessments
Skills Relevant to this Programme Strategy / Methods Aims Learning Modules
Outcomes
within the constraints of that knowledge experience CORR179,
Use knowledge to undertake assessment a/b/c/d CORR2047
using appropriate tools/frameworks and Secondary/Supplementary CORR222,
discern information to determine and CORR2045,
Practical demonstrations,
prioritise care CORR2046,
simulations, workshops.
Assess potential for health promotion and CORR223
priorities for clinical effectiveness
Case studies
Understand the nature of veterinary Problem-solving exercises a/b/c/d CORR179
nursing, requirements of statutory body,
different client groups, variation in patient
care due to life-stages and professional
issues b/c/d CORR173,
Apply knowledge of the natural and life CORR181
sciences, social, health and behavioural
sciences, ethics and law to veterinary
nursing practice
CORR179
An explanation for embedding Knowledge and Understanding through Teaching & Learning and Assessment at this level of the programme:
Knowledge and understanding is embedded into the delivery of each module, to enable students to gain a vital insight into the science behind the practice of veterinary
nursing.
Cognitive and Intellectual Skills:
ability to apply underlying concepts and
principles outside the context in which they a/b/c/d CORC1013,
were first studied CORR2078
By the end of this level of this programme the Primary: .1 - 12 . Assessed discussions
students will be able to demonstrate for a Class exercises Essays/projects/dissertations
threshold pass: Student research Examinations/tests
Reflect on own practice to appraise and a/b/c/d CORR2047
Tutorial/seminar Coursework/group work on
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Prog
Definitions of Graduate Attributes and Teaching and Learning Prog intended Related Core
Range of Assessments
Skills Relevant to this Programme Strategy / Methods Aims Learning Modules
Outcomes
evaluate effectiveness of care discussions practical application
Interpret and respond to changes in health Feedback via coursework b/c/d questions
of patient and circumstances of the client assessment process
Recognise situations in which the quality of (essays etc.) a/ b / c / d CORR179
care might be compromised
Seek out and apply research based a/b/c/d CORR179
evidence and gather and record clinical or Secondary
other data For example: b/c/d
Assimilate and asses new concepts, thick Policy and practice analysis CORC1013,
critically and analyse interpret and assess in surgeries CORR2078
the value of evidence to inform problem Computer-based practicals
solving on data and measurement
problems
An explanation for embedding Cognitive and Intellectual Skills through Teaching & Learning and Assessment at this level of the programme:
Cognitive and intellectual skills are embedded into each module by the inclusion of student research and investigation, both individually and in small group work.
Key Transferable Skills:
Ability to evaluate critically the
appropriateness of different approaches to a/b/c/d CORC1013,
solving problems in the field of study; CORR2078
Use a range of established techniques to
initiate and undertake critical analysis of CORC1013,
information, and to propose solutions to CORR2078
problems arising from that analysis
Effectively communicate information,
arguments, and analysis, in a variety of a/b/c/d
forms, to specialist and non-specialist
audiences, and deploy key techniques of
the discipline effectively
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Prog
Definitions of Graduate Attributes and Teaching and Learning Prog intended Related Core
Range of Assessments
Skills Relevant to this Programme Strategy / Methods Aims Learning Modules
Outcomes
By the end of this level of this programme the Primary: .2, 3, 6, 7, .
students will be able to demonstrate for a Library and other research 8, 12 Coursework of all types
threshold pass:
exercises Examination preparation and
Demonstrate effective team working with completion CORC1013,
Group work awareness and a/b/c/d CORR2078,
colleagues, patients/clients, and work with
practice Assessed discussions
professional and support staff with CORR181,
appropriate delegation of care Computer-based learning and Group work assessments CORR222
Be aware of the economic and emotional assessment CORR1000,
climate in which the veterinary surgeon a/b/c CORR2047
operates and generate and maintain Secondary:
effective communications with relevant Class and seminar interactions
organisations and feedback CORR181,
Use appropriate communication an b/c CORR222,
interpersonal skills, recognise moral/ethical CORR1000,
dilemmas and issues CORR2047
Recognise own learning needs and draw up a/b/c
action plans to address these CORR181,
Be aware of personal limitations and b/c/d CORR222
demonstrate awareness of where to seek
support
Apply principles of health prevention and b/c CORC1013,
care and justify decisions making processes CORR2078
associated with practice b/c
Be able to apply counselling skills specific
to client/patient situations, identify and
manage challenging behaviours and b/c/d CORR179,
recognise the need for and provide CORR181,
emotional support while recognising when CORR173
specialist counselling is required
CORR181
20 | P a g eFHEQ level: 4 and 5
Prog
Definitions of Graduate Attributes and Teaching and Learning Prog intended Related Core
Range of Assessments
Skills Relevant to this Programme Strategy / Methods Aims Learning Modules
Outcomes
An explanation for embedding Key Transferable Skills through Teaching & Learning and Assessment at this level of the programme:
Key transferable skills such as team working, problem solving, working to deadlines etc. are embedded into modules such as PESD as well as the work placement.
Practical Skills:
By the end of this level of this programme the Laboratory work 3, 6, 7, 8, Project work
students will be able to demonstrate for a Projects 10. Competence in a range of
threshold pass:
Designated tasks business-related
Be able to maintain accurate records,
Lectures and tutorials communication techniques
contribute to a safe working environment,
recognise the need for changes in practice Learning from work a/b/c Nursing progress log CORR181,
and initiate appropriate actions in Practical skills test CORR2047,
accordance with employers guidelines CORR1000,
Be able to formulate plans and strategies CORR222
for meeting veterinary nursing needs a/b/c
Be able to demonstrate standards of
competence as laid down by the statutory
regulatory body including: management of b/c/d CORR173,
patient, application of knowledge to inform CORR181,
decision, effective case management, CORR179,
health prevention, interpretation of CORR142
information, effective communication and
use of information technology CORR181,
Use word processing, email, spreadsheets CORR1000,
and databases, access electronic veterinary a/b/c/d CORR2047
information and use the internet
Understand and undertake dose
calculations, record information and report b/c/d
changes in information or data
appropriately
21 | P a g eFHEQ level: 4 and 5
Prog
Definitions of Graduate Attributes and Teaching and Learning Prog intended Related Core
Range of Assessments
Skills Relevant to this Programme Strategy / Methods Aims Learning Modules
Outcomes
Be competent in practice and be able to
undertake the tasks required by the RCVS CORR181,
Day One Skills CORR2040
CORR 2046
CORR1000,
CORR2047.
An explanation for embedding Practical Skills through Teaching & Learning and Assessment at this level of the programme:
Practical skills are embedded into modules such as Vet placement, Diagnostic methods and in the work placement itself to enable students to develop these vital areas.
Employment-related skills: 2, 3, 4, 6,
7, 10, 11
The application of subject principles in an
employment context a/c CORR1000,
Undertake further training, develop CORR2047
existing skills and acquire new a/c
competencies that will enable them to
assume significant responsibilities within
organisations
Qualities and transferable skills necessary a/c
for employment requiring the exercise of PESD1013
personal responsibility and decision making
By the end of this level of this programme the Primary: a/c Practical skills test CORR 128, CORR
students will be able to demonstrate for a Practical tasks under Progress log 2012
threshold pass: supervision in work a/c Assessed group task PESD 1013
Be able to maintain accurate records, placement
contribute to a safe working environment, Lectures/ tutorials .
22 | P a g eFHEQ level: 4 and 5
Prog
Definitions of Graduate Attributes and Teaching and Learning Prog intended Related Core
Range of Assessments
Skills Relevant to this Programme Strategy / Methods Aims Learning Modules
Outcomes
recognise the need for changes in practice Practical skills sessions
and initiate appropriate actions in Group work a/c
accordance with employers guidelines CORR1000,
Be able to formulate plans and strategies CORR2047
for meeting veterinary nursing needs CORR 2046
Be able to demonstrate standards of
competence as laid down by the statutory
regulatory body including: management of
patient, application of knowledge to inform
decision, effective case management,
health prevention, interpretation of
information, effective communication and
use of information technology
Use word processing, email, spreadsheets
and databases, access electronic veterinary
information and use the internet
Understand and undertake dose
calculations, record information and report
changes in information or data
appropriately
Be competent in practice and be able to
undertake the tasks required by the
National occupational Standards
An explanation for embedding Employment Related Skills through Teaching & Learning and Assessment at this level of the programme:
Employment related skills are specifically embedded in the PESD module, but also in the work placement and in all modules in areas such as punctuality, meeting deadlines
etc.
23 | P a g eThe RCVS Day One Skills and Competencies describe the skills, knowledge and understanding required to carry out a job competently. Material for the DOS
and DOC is embedded in the FdSc modules. The underpinning knowledge for each aspect of the practical skills required are embedded within the FdSc
modules and are assessed in the workplace through direct observation and collation of evidence in an assessed NPL.
Completion of all FdSc Veterinary Nursing requirements enables students to apply for professional registration with the RCVS as a Registered Veterinary
Nurse.
Until the exam boards have taken place, the nurses remain as students. As soon as the exam boards have sat and it has been confirmed that the nurses
have qualified, they come under the category of ‘graduands’ which means they are no longer students but are not yet registered (until their graduation
date). Graduands are eligible to apply for temporary registration with the RCVS during this period.
PS14. Work Based/ Related Learning
WBL is an essential element of Foundation Degrees and therefore needs to be detailed here. However, for all types of HE Programmes there should be an
element of employability focus through, at least, Work Related Learning, and therefore the following is applicable for all:
Related Core
WBL/WRL Activity: Logistics Prog Aim Prog Intended LO Range of Assessments
Module(s)
2 days a week over
years 1 and 2, Completion of Nursing
1800 hours in work
(minimum 15 hours a Progress Log CORR 173,181,179, 2046,
placement over three A, b, c 1, 2,3, 4, 6, 7, 10
week) full time year 3 Practical test for 2039, 2045, 176, 2042.
years.
in a registered Training module CORR 2042
Practice
An explanation of this map:
Work based learning is vital to the student experience for the Veterinary Nursing programme. During WBL students have the opportunity to apply their knowledge to
practice, develop their skills and build up the necessary sound practical base.
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