2. Prior knowledge and other entry requirements

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1 1(9) Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science Programme syllabus of the Veterinary Nursing - Bachelor s Programme, 180 credits Djursjukskötare kandidatprogram, 180 högskolepoäng 1. Decision In 1984 the Board of the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) established a one-year training programme for veterinary nurses. The programme syllabus of a two-year programme was established on 24 April On 30 October 2007 the Board instructed the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science to further develop the two-year programme into a three-year study programme. The Board of the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) established the Veterinary Nursing Bachelor s Programme on 17 June The programme syllabus was approved by the Faculty Board at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science on 14 May 2009, and has since been revised on 7 June 2010 and 13 August The latest change is valid from the academic year 2012/13. Veterinary Nursing Bachelor s Programme leads to a Degree of Bachelor of Science in Veterinary Nursing for first-cycle studies and comprises 180 credits. The programme has the following programme code: VK Prior knowledge and other entry requirements In order to become admitted to the Veterinary Nursing Bachelor s Programme there are, in addition to general entry requirements, specific entry requirements as follows: Mathematics B Natural Sciences B Social studies A which correspond to field-specific entry requirements 15. SLU, Box 7070, SE Uppsala, Sweden tel: +46 (0) Org.nr info@slu.se

2 Alternatively, specific entry requirements according to field-specific entry requirements A14 (general exemption from the requirement for Social Studies 1a2): Mathematics 2a or Mathematics 2b or Mathematics 2c Natural Studies 2 (or one of the following: Biology 1, Physics 1a and Chemistry 1 or Biology 1, Physics 1b1+1b2 and Chemistry 1) Social Studies 1b or Social Studies 1a1 Natural Studies 2 can also be replaced by the following courses from the Natural Resource Use Programme: Natural Studies 1a1 and one of the following options: o Animals in agriculture and Animal management or o Animals in agriculture and Agriculture plant cultivation 1 or o Plant Studies 1 and Horticulture or o Multiuse of forests and one of the following: Forestry 1, Hunting and wildlife management 1 or Fishing and water management 1. Grade requirements: In each individual course above, the applicant must have earned at least a Pass grade. There are more options for replacement courses in the field-specific entry requirements. The specific entry requirements as above can also be met by those who have obtained equivalent knowledge from current or former Swedish education. The requirements are also fulfilled if equivalent knowledge has been obtained by other means. For admission to the various courses included in the programme, specific entry requirements defined for each individual course must be fulfilled. 3. Intended learning outcomes 3.1 General learning outcomes In accordance with the Swedish Higher Education Act (chapter 1, section 8), first-cycle courses and study programmes shall develop the ability of students to make independent and critical assessments, the ability of students to identify, formulate and solve problems autonomously, and the preparedness of students to deal with changes in working life. In addition to knowledge and skills in their field of study, students shall develop the ability to gather and interpret information at a scholarly level, 2(9)

3 stay abreast of the development of knowledge, and communicate their knowledge to others, including those who lack specialist knowledge in the field. 3.2 Specific learning outcomes for a Degree of Bachelor In accordance with the Annex to the Ordinance for the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, the student shall fulfill the following learning outcomes for a Degree of Bachelor: Knowledge and understanding For a Degree of Bachelor the student shall have demonstrated knowledge and understanding in the main field of study, including knowledge of the disciplinary foundation of the field, understanding of applicable methodologies in the field, specialised study in some aspect of the field as well as awareness of current research issues. Competence and skills For a Degree of Bachelor the student shall have demonstrated the ability to search for, gather, evaluate and critically interpret relevant information for a formulated problem and also discuss phenomena, issues and situations critically, demonstrated the ability to identify, formulate and solve problems autonomously and to complete tasks within predetermined time frames, demonstrated the ability to present and discuss information, problems and solutions in speech and writing and in dialogue with different audiences, and demonstrated the skills required to work autonomously in the main field of study. Judgement and approach For a Degree of Bachelor the student shall have demonstrated the ability to make assessments in the main field of study informed by relevant disciplinary, social and ethical issues, demonstrated insight into the role of knowledge in society and the responsibility of the individual for how it is used, and demonstrated the ability to identify the need for further knowledge and ongoing learning. 3.3 Detailed learning outcomes for Veterinary Nursing Bachelor s Programme Within the framework of the learning outcomes of the degree, SLU has stated the following detailed learning outcomes for the Veterinary Nursing Bachelor s Programme: 3(9)

4 Knowledge and understanding For a Degree of Bachelor of Science in Veterinary Nursing the student shall have demonstrated knowledge of the constitution, function and behaviour of healthy animals as well as understanding of how animal health is influenced by internal factors and of the external environment, demonstrated theoretical and practical knowledge within the field of veterinary nursing and veterinary medical care for horses, dogs, cats and exotic animals, demonstrated knowledge of the use and handling of animals, demonstrated knowledge of the legislation that regulates veterinary nursing and infectious diseases, demonstrated knowledge of the scientific basis of veterinary nursing, current research and development and applicable methodologies as well as the relation between science and evidence based medicine and their relevance to veterinary nursing practice. Competence and skills For a Degree of Bachelor of Science in Veterinary Nursing the student shall have demonstrated the clinical and practical skills in veterinary nursing, veterinary medical care and in controlling of infectious diseases required to work as a veterinary nurse within the fields of animal healthcare and outpatient and inpatient veterinary medical care, demonstrated a capacity for teamwork and collaboration with animal health staff and other professionals as well as the ability to perform duties as a supervisor and mentor, demonstrated the ability to handle pharmaceuticals, anaesthetic gases and radiation in an appropriate way and the ability to document measures and treatments according to current legislation demonstrated a strong ability to communicate in speech and writing with different target groups, for example counselling animal owners and informing about veterinary nursing and veterinary medical care issues, demonstrated the ability to search for, gather, evaluate and critically interpret relevant information in the field of veterinary nursing and veterinary medical care and to implement research results into practice, demonstrated the ability to discuss new facts and issues with different target groups and thereby contribute to the development of the profession and the field of veterinary nursing as well as the ability to identify special needs and initiate methodological improvements and make quality checks in the field of veterinary nursing, demonstrated the ability to identify and solve problems autonomously and within a given time frame perform practical and theoretical work within veterinary medical care, 4(9)

5 demonstrated the ability to work correctly with regard to disease control, occupational safety and animal welfare. Judgement and approach For a Degree of Bachelor of Science in Veterinary Nursing the student shall have demonstrated a mature approach to ethical issues related to animal husbandry and veterinary medical care, demonstrated the ability to assess nursing needs in scientific and ethical aspects, demonstrated understanding of the importance of scholarship and proven experience in the field of veterinary nursing, demonstrated the ability to assess his or her own skills and limitations of the professional performance as well as the ability to acquire new knowledge, demonstrated a professional approach to patients and animal owners and demonstrated self-awareness and empathy. 4. Possibilities for further study Students who have completed the Veterinary Nursing Bachelor s Programme and been awarded a Degree of Bachelor of Science in Veterinary Nursing meet the specific entry requirements for admission to second-cycle studies. The study programmes available at SLU are listed in Appendix 1 approved by the Board of Education on first and second cycle (GUN) at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science. 5. Content and outline 5.1 Courses The courses included in Veterinary Nursing Bachelor s Programme have been approved by the Board of Education on first and second cycle (GUN) at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science and are listed in Appendix 2 to the programme syllabus. The contents and learning outcomes of the courses are stated in the course syllabus of each course. 5.2 Outline Veterinary Nursing Bachelor s programme includes theoretical and practical courses to provide students with a holistic approach and a deeper understanding of veterinary nursing and veterinary medical care. The subject Veterinary Nursing includes the following areas: management of animals in veterinary medical care, the behaviour and needs of sick 5(9)

6 animals, communication, counselling, preventive animal healthcare and rehabilitation. The two first years include compulsory courses, and in the third year, there are differentiation possibilities. Lectures, tutorials, seminars and workshops are the main types of instruction. Working in groups according to the principle of problem-based learning (PBL) is used as a teaching method in some of the courses. The clinical training (VFU) is carried out in animal clinics and animal hospitals around the country. Dissections of different animal species and physically strenuous exercises occur in the training. Degree Project The programme is completed with an independent project (degree project) comprising 15 credits, in which the students apply their knowledge, skills and approach on a current issue within the field of veterinary nursing. 6. Examination Each course includes one or several tests. The grading scales are U (5-4-3-Fail). The grade Pass signifies that the student has obtained the grade Pass on all tests included in the course and also meets the participation requirements for all the compulsory course elements. The grade is decided by an examiner appointed by SLU. Grades cannot be appealed. Further information on students rights to reexaminations can be found in the Regulations for education in first and second cycle at SLU. 7. Degree 7.1 Degree awarded after completion of the study programme A Degree of Bachelor of Science in Veterinary Nursing, corresponding to the programme syllabus of Veterinary Nursing Bachelor s Programme, is awarded after completed course requirements (passed courses) of 180 credits, according to the following: at least 60 credits of courses within the field of veterinary nursing at least 15 credits of courses of specialised study within the field of veterinary nursing at least 15 credits degree project within the field of veterinary nursing a maximum of 30 credits of second-cycle courses. 6(9)

7 Course requirements further include: at least 135 credits of compulsary programme courses corresponding to Appendix 2 at least 15 credits of elective programme courses corresponding to Appendix 2 a degree project within the field of veterinary nursing corresponding to Appendix 2. Students who fulfill the requirements for a Degree of Bachelor will, upon request, receive a degree certificate. The certificate will state that the owner holds a Degree of Bachelor of Science in Veterinary Nursing. The degree certificate will also state that all requirements for the degree have been fulfilled corresponding to the programme syllabus of the Veterinary Nursing Bachelor s Programme. Detailed course requirements are listed in Appendix 2, approved by the Board of Education on first and second cycle (GUN) at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science. 8. Miscellaneous 8.1 Credit transfer Passed courses from other institutions of higher education, in Sweden or abroad, may be transferred and recognised in the Degree of Bachelor. This does not apply if there is a substantial difference between the educations. Credit transfer requests are assessed on an individual basis. Equivalent knowledge and skills acquired in an occupation may also be credited upon assessment. 8.2 Provisional regulations Students admitted to the Animal Nursing Programme at SLU before 1 July 2009 can obtain a Degree of Bachelor corresponding to this programme syllabus, provided that the requirements stated under 7.Degree are fulfilled. 8.3 Professional status qualification A person who has been awarded a Degree of Bachelor of Science in Veterinary Nursing may apply for a professional certificate at the Swedish Board of Agriculture. If approved, the person receives the title Licensed Veterinary Nurse. 7(9)

8 Appendix 1 to the Programme syllabus of Veterinary Nursing Bachelor s Programme This appendix was approved by the Board of Education on first and second cycle (GUN) at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science on 7 June 2010 and is valid from the academic year 2010/11. Possibilities for further study after the Veterinary Nursing Bachelor s Programme Students who have completed the Veterinary Nursing Bachelor s Programme and been awarded a Degree of Bachelor meet the specific entry requirements for admission to the following second-cycle programmes at SLU or other higher educations: Animal Science Master s Programme, 120 credits Master s programme in Infection Biology Various master s programmes in for example the field of education 8(9)

9 Appendix 2 to the Programme syllabus of Veterinary Nursing Bachelor s Programme This appendix was approved by the Board of Education on first and second cycle (GUN) at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science on 3 October 2013, and is valid for the academic year 2014/15. Courses included in the Veterinary nursing Bachelor s Programme Academic year 1 DO0064 Veterinary Nursing Science, 6 credits DO0059 Anatomy and Physiology of Domestic Animals, 10 credits DO0060 General Mechanisms of Disease and basic Pharmacology, 7 credits DO0065 Hygiene in Veterinary Nursing I, 4 credits DO0062 Animal Nutrition, 3 credits DO0066 Diseases and Veterinary Nursing I, 15 credits DO0057 Basic Ethology, 3.5 credits DO0056 Care, Handling and Genetics of Companion Animals, 4 credits DO0058 Applied care and handling of Companion Animals, 7.5 credits Academic year 2 DO0067 Diseases and Veterinary Nursing II, 10 credits DO0079 Rehabilitation I, 8 credits DO0061 Ethology in Veterinary Nursing, 4.5 credits DO0055 Practical experimental design and data processing in veterinary nursing, 7.5 credits DO0068 Anaesthesiology I, 9 credits DO0069 Hygiene in Veterinary Nursing II, 3 credits DO0070 Communication and Advice in Veterinary Nursing, 3 credits DO0073 Clinical Training and Nursing I, 15 credits Academic year 3 DO0074 Clinical Training and Nursing II, 15 credits DO0071 Diseases and Veterinary Nursing III, 5 credits DO0072 Rehabilitation in Veterinary Nursing, 10 credits (elective course) DO0063 Nutrition in Veterinary Nursing, 10 credits (elective course) DO0076 Communicative Competence and Advisory Services in Veterinary Nursing, 5 credits (elective course) DO0078 Management in Veterinary Practice, 5 credits (elective course) DO0077 Anaesthesiology II, 5 credits DO0075 Hygiene in Veterinary Nursing III, 5 credits EX0796 Degree Project in Veterinary Nursing, 15 credits 9(9)