2021

Postgraduate programmes in MSc Livestock Health and Production/ MSc Veterinary Epidemiology and Public Health

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Study internationally relevant issues You will gain specialist skills and global perspectives that 1 are highly valued in the field of veterinary science.

Quality of learning Academic leadership is provided by the Royal Veterinary College, 2 which was ranked as the world’s number one veterinary school in the prestigious QS World University Rankings 2019.

Continue your professional and academic development Help boost your career progression by enhancing your 3 practical experience and professional knowledge.

Enjoy the benefits of distance and flexible learning Study online from anywhere in the world, at your 4 own pace, without taking time out of your career. You’ll have access to learning resources that foster an engaging and motivating learning experience.

A trusted name in global education The is one of the oldest and most 5 prestigious universities in the UK, and is internationally regarded as a centre of academic excellence.

2 Postgraduate programmes in Veterinary Science Contents Postgraduate programmes in Veterinary Science Outstanding distance learning opportunities 4 Developed by experts 5 How you study 6 Livestock Health and Production 8 Veterinary Epidemiology and Public Health 9 Continuing Professional Development (CPD) 11 A unique global community 12 Entrance requirements and further information 14

Key dates

Application deadline: 15 December

Registration deadline: 15 January

Programme starts: February

Please note: There is no application or registration deadline for 35- and 50-hour individual modules.

london.ac.uk/rvc 3 Outstanding distance learning opportunities

Dr Christine Thuranira- McKeever Director of Distance Learning It’s a wonderfully rewarding • gain an overview of the factors Programmes, Royal Veterinary College experience to see our students that influence livestock production successfully completing their (including components on As Programme Director, I have courses and graduating. nutrition, reproduction, disease, overall responsibility for providing welfare and the environment) academic and administrative guidance for the programmes Internationally relevant • implement control strategies by featured in this prospectus. Providing integrating this knowledge with distance learning courses through The programmes in this prospectus the principles of epidemiology, the University of London is a will be of interest to , economics and disease challenging but very rewarding role. livestock farmers and scientists who control within the context of wish to continue their professional management and infrastructure We have students from all over the and academic development. We • address the interaction between world and our team works very hard to expect that graduates of these livestock and the public, in ensure that we offer them programmes programmes will be able to: that are of an academically high terms of zoonotic diseases standard and relevant to the • improve the health and and clean food production production of livestock contemporary needs of livestock • communicate effectively on the farming and veterinary medicine. All • understand the interaction health of animal and human of our courses have been designed to of livestock with people populations to a range of be of worldwide relevance, and offer and the environment audiences, including the general options that are suitable for people public, farmers, politicians and of diverse professional backgrounds. other key policymakers.

4 Postgraduate programmes in Veterinary Science Developed by experts

Gain a prestigious ’s developed The Royal by experts at the Royal Veterinary College. Whether you’re a , Veterinary College livestock farmer or scientist, there are options to suit you. We also offer a The foundation of the Veterinary wide range of individual modules that College, London – now the Royal are available to study on a stand-alone Veterinary College (RVC) – in 1791, basis and give you an idea of the topics marked the establishment of the covered on the master’s programmes. veterinary profession in the UK. The RVC is the largest veterinary school in the country and was ranked as the world’s A trusted name number two veterinary school in the in education QS World University Rankings 2020. The College has over 2,500 students Professor Stuart The University of London is one enrolled on undergraduate, Reid CBE of the world’s leading universities, postgraduate and continuing BVMS PhD DVM internationally recognised for its professional development high academic standards. With programmes and four state-of-the- DipECVPH FRSB FRSE over 150 years of experience in art teaching and referral hospitals, FRCV distance education, our flexible providing services to the public Professor Reid is the of online programmes provide and the veterinary profession. world-class qualifications. the Royal Veterinary College. He is The College’s reputation for excellence recognised by the of Among former students are six Nobel and pioneering work in teaching and Veterinary Surgeons as a specialist Prize winners, including Nelson research makes us stand out from the in veterinary epidemiology and Mandela and Charles Kao. Graduates crowd, and our independent status as an expert in veterinary public have made and continue to make enables us to innovate and keep at health by the European Board significant contributions worldwide. the forefront of theory and practice. of Veterinary Specialisation. He Postgraduate students are taught by is a graduate of the University London made global experts in their field and are provided of Glasgow and has led the RVC with the specialist knowledge and since 2011. Professor Reid was Founded in 1836, the University of skills required to make it to the very elected to the National Academy London is one of the oldest and most top of their chosen profession. of Medicine (USA) in 2019. prestigious universities in the UK and Photo: Mark Thomas, is internationally regarded as a centre Veterinary Record of academic excellence. In 1858, we made our programmes available to study anywhere in the world.

london.ac.uk/rvc 5 How you study

• for each module, you can submit up to two written assignments for tutor feedback and assessment • RVC’s Distance Learning Programme Office offers help and advice with academic matters. All non-academic matters should be directed to the University of London.

Virtual Learning Environment (VLE)

Our VLE forms an essential part of your studies. • You will be encouraged to connect and communicate with other students on the programme via the Student Discussion Forums. • Scheduled online tutorials allow you to discuss your course material queries with a tutor and fellow students.

You may liaise with tutors via these online events only. No direct access Flexible study How we support you to tutors is provided outside of these times. If your job requires frequent travel Although you are provided with all or you work irregular hours, distance the materials you need to successfully The VLE also provides access to the learning offers a means of furthering complete your studies with a minimum RVC community, Online Library your studies without having to attend of direct academic support, you do and study materials. the University in person. You also avoid receive support in several ways: additional travel, accommodation and living expenses of being a full-time student in London.

6 Postgraduate programmes in Veterinary Science Computing requirements If you successfully complete one level of award and progress in your We set minimum basic computer studies, then your registration end requirements because your study date will remain unchanged. resources are available via the Virtual Learning Environment and it is vital Time commitment that you can access this regularly. For this programme, you will need Each module of the degree regular access to a computer with programme is estimated to take 240 an internet connection. Some hours to complete (study units and modules have specific software compulsory written assignment). You requirements. For more information may find that some units will take please visit: bit.ly/rvc-veph-modules you more or less time, depending Helen Hollyfield on your familiarity with the subject. Study materials Additional time will be necessary MSc Veterinary Epidemiology for personal study and revision. and Public Health, The study materials you receive include: Assessment ‘As a working parent I • a Programme Handbook and appreciated the flexibility Student Guide containing of the distance learning advice and important dates The format and mode of assessment for this programme may change due pathway which enabled me • a study pack (depending upon to events or circumstances beyond to complete my studies whilst the option taken, this may be our control. Students will be informed maintaining my professional offered online via our VLE, or in of their assessment arrangements via career and a healthy work/ hard copy format) including a their Virtual Learning Environment life balance. The course study guide, reader and textbooks (VLE), once confirmed. For the has helped in my current (for certain modules only) latest information on examinations, role in conducting endemic please visit: london.ac.uk/exams disease investigations and provided me with a Period of study greater understanding of the national scale response MSc and Postgraduate Diploma to, and management of, students have between two and five notifiable disease outbreaks.’ years to complete the programme. Postgraduate Certificate students have between one and five years.

london.ac.uk/rvc 7 Livestock Health and Production

This programme is aimed primarily at veterinarians, animal health specialists and livestock farmers. Optional modules make this programme suitable for people from a range of professional backgrounds. The programme addresses contemporary issues of livestock production and has a worldwide relevance.

MSc degree Seven modules (three core, four optional).

Postgraduate Diploma Four modules: ‘Animal disease (current concepts)’, at least one of the other compulsory core modules, plus two other modules, chosen from the remaining core module and the optional modules of the MSc degree (excluding the ‘Research project’). Structure Epidemiology and animal health economics Postgraduate Certificate Three compulsory core modules: Management of infectious disease Two modules, of which one must be Animal disease (current concepts) outbreaks in animal populations ‘Animal disease (current concepts)’ Developing and monitoring of Research design and methods and the other must be chosen livestock production systems from ‘Developing and monitoring Research project in livestock of livestock production systems’ or Principles of livestock production health and production ‘Principles of livestock production’. PLUS four further optional Veterinary public health Please note: you must register for the modules selected from: compulsory core modules prior to Please note: for a more detailed commencing the optional modules. Animal welfare breakdown of the structure, Economics for livestock visit: bit.ly/rvc-lhp-structure development and policy

8 Postgraduate programmes in Veterinary Science Veterinary Epidemiology and Public Health

This programme is aimed at animal health specialists, epidemiologists and public health specialists with an understanding of the conceptual basis of veterinary epidemiology and public health.

MSc degree Seven modules (three core, four optional).

Postgraduate Diploma Four modules: ’Epidemiology and animal health economics’ and ‘Veterinary public health’, plus two other modules chosen from the remaining core module and the optional modules of the MSc degree Structure Management of infectious disease outbreaks in animal populations (excluding the ‘Research Project’). Three compulsory core modules: Research design and methods Postgraduate Certificate Epidemiology and animal Research project in veterinary health economics Two compulsory core modules epidemiology and public health in ‘Epidemiology and animal Statistical methods in Surveillance and investigation health economics’ and veterinary epidemiology* of animal health* ‘Veterinary public health’. Veterinary public health Please note: you must register for the PLUS four further optional *These modules have additional compulsory core modules prior to modules selected from: commencing the optional modules. computing requirements, for more information please see the individual Advanced statistical methods module descriptions at: in veterinary epidemiology* bit.ly/rvc-veph-modules Developing and monitoring of livestock production systems Please note: for a more detailed breakdown of the structure, visit: Economics for livestock bit.ly/rvc-veph-structure development and policy

london.ac.uk/rvc 9 Deborah Alexander Postgraduate Diploma Livestock Health and Production, United Kingdom ‘The diploma has helped me have sensible meaningful conversations with farmers about their businesses, their animals and the welfare and nutrition of their animals. It has also helped me understand modern buildings and ventilation systems etc. This qualification has given me confidence and a feeling that I am up to date, i.e. current, in the farming world.’

10 Postgraduate programmes in Veterinary Science Continuing Professional Development (CPD)

Individual modules designed for • They are suitable for both non- Continuing Professional Development graduates and graduates. are offered and allow you to • There are no entrance or English Barry Robinson sample a discrete learning unit. language requirements. 240-hour Individual 240-hour individual modules • You may choose to be assessed and, Modules, Australia • These are the individual modules on successful completion, you will ‘I chose to enrol in the of the two degree programmes. receive a Certificate of Achievement. individual modules as a way • These modules are non-credit- to supplement a master’s • These are credit-bearing modules. degree in veterinary public Upon successful completion, bearing and do not offer access to academic tutorials or webinars. health undertaken at the you may request to transfer to University of Sydney. I was the degree programme. • Application deadline/ impressed by the individual • Application deadline: 15 December. commencement of studies: you may modules offered by RVC. Studies commence: February. apply and study whenever you feel They were complete, self- able. There are no set deadlines. contained, up-to-date and • For more information on assessment, relevant. I have been able please visit: london.ac.uk/rvc Spatial Epidemiology to apply skills acquired individual modules in spatial analysis when 50-hour and 35-hour investigating outbreaks individual modules For more information on these modules on prawn farms, leading visit: bit.ly/spatial-epidemiology to the development and • These modules, taken from the For further information (module implementation of control degree programmes, enable you strategies on-farm.’ to study a stand-alone unit without outlines, fees and how to apply) committing yourself to a full module. please see: london.ac.uk/rvc

london.ac.uk/rvc 11 A unique global community

Our current students by country

Anguilla Northern Ireland Bangladesh Pakistan Canada Republic of Ireland Croatia Rwanda Czech Republic Spain France South Africa Ghana Sri Lanka Hong Kong Switzerland ‘This course allows India Tanzania you to get a broad, Kenya Thailand but comprehensive overview, of Malawi Uganda veterinary Malaysia United Arab Emirates epidemiology ‘It was challenging and global public Mauritius United Kingdom in the beginning, health issues.’ Namibia United States of America however, with Joseph Montebello guidance from New Zealand Zambia the College PGDip Veterinary Nigeria studying became Epidemiology easier. I extend and Public Health, gratitude to RVC United Kingdom for such a flexible mode of study.’ Key Albert Yegon Current students by country MSc Veterinary Epidemiology Testimonials from some and Public of our graduates Health, Kenya

12 Postgraduate programmes in Veterinary Science ‘RVC has an incredible reputation and I was thrilled to be accepted and complete my degree through the University. The interaction during the tutorials was often the most rewarding. A number of the tutorial leaders were amazing.’ Susan Goebel MSc Veterinary Epidemiology and Public Health, Canada

‘The best bit is being part of a bigger community of students and also having access to the resources that they offer. It is very helpful to have access to an extensive online library, especially ‘I really enjoyed if you are working in research.’ learning about Petra Briene how ecosystems impact on which MSc Livestock Health and Production, Belgium farming enterprise will be most profitable and also about the economics of disease control and eradication strategies.’ Laura Macfarlane MSc Veterinary Epidemiology and Public Health, Australia

‘The distance learning study method was challenging to manage alongside my professional career. However, all the challenges were worthwhile as I got a degree from the top-most veterinary college in the world.’ Deepthi Vijay MSc Veterinary Epidemiology and Public Health, India

london.ac.uk/rvc 13 Entrance requirements and further information

Entrance requirements How to apply

MSc degree For the MSc, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate and 240-hour EITHER a Second Class honours degree individual modules, please apply online (or equivalent) in a scientific subject, via the programme web pages: veterinary or animal science, agriculture, london.ac.uk/rvc as soon as possible, biological sciences or medicine but no later than 15 December. OR a Second Class honours degree (or equivalent) in a scientific discipline Fees which has included suitable training. You can choose to pay the total Postgraduate Diploma/ amount upfront, or pay as you go, Pankaj Dhaka Certificate and 240-hour for each new module you take. MSc Veterinary Epidemiology individual modules Fees are subject to annual revision and and Public Health, India A degree, or a technical or professional typically may be increased by up to ‘Royal Veterinary College qualification and work experience five per cent per annum. The full list ranks top amongst the considered appropriate and relevant of annual fees for the programmes is veterinary colleges in the by the University. published on the Student Fees web world, so it’s a dream for page; please visit: london.ac.uk/fees every veterinary aspirant English language Please note: The student fee shown to study from such a requirement is net of any local VAT, Goods and highly reputed college. Services Tax (GST) or any other sales I am very proud to be tax payable by the student in their part of this legendary With the exception of students taking University and Institute. 35-hour or 50-hour individual modules, country of residence. Where the all applicants must provide evidence University is required to add VAT, GST I have learned many new of their English language ability. For or any other sales tax at the local concepts throughout this more information on the English statutory rate, this will be added to programme which I am requirement for the programmes, the fees shown during the payment applying to my academic please visit: london.ac.uk/rvc process. For students resident in the and research exercises. UK, our fees are exempt from VAT. Moreover, I am still in contact with students from my cohort and have many joint academic sessions.’

14 Postgraduate programmes in Veterinary Science The information contained in this prospectus was correct at the date of publication but may be subject to change. The University does not intend by publication or distribution of this prospectus to create any contractual or other legal relation with applicants, registered students, their advisers or any other persons. For the most up-to-date information, please visit our website. Published by University of London. Copyright © University of London, November 2020.

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