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THE UNIVERSITY of EDINBURGHDEGREE REGULATIONS & PROGRAMMES OF STUDY 2005/2006
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Laboratory Animal Welfare (P00975)? Credit Points : 10 ? SCQF Level : 11 ? Acronym : VET-P-P00975 This module will discuss the uses of animals in the laboratory and the associated benefits, animal welfare costs and ethical dilemmas. Students will learn how to use reference materials critically and construct a concise, logical and balanced argument. Students will be given the opportunity to practice debating controversial issues in laboratory animal science and in expressing coherent opinions and appreciating diverse points of view. An overview of laboratory animal welfare related organisations, publications, qualifications and careers will be given. Entry Requirements? Costs : none Subject AreasHome subject areaAnimal Welfare and Animal Behaviour, (Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies, Schedule S) Delivery Information? Normal year taken : Postgraduate ? Delivery Period : Block 3 only ? Contact Teaching Time : 7 hour(s) per week for 5 weeks All of the following classes
Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes
- A familiarity with the uses of animals in the laboratory and the associated benefits, animal welfare costs and ethical dilemma.
- In depth knowledge of a specific issue related to laboratory animal welfare. The ability to use reference materials critically and construct a consice, logical and balanced argument. - Experience debating controversial issues in laboratory animal science and practise in expressing coherent opinions and appreciating diverse points of view. - An understanding of laboratory animal welfare related organisations, publications, qualifications and careers. Assessment Information
1 examination = 100%
Exam times
Contact and Further InformationThe Course Secretary should be the first point of contact for all enquiries. Course Secretary Mrs Willie Van-Wijde Course Organiser Dr Christine Moinard Course Website : http://www.vet.ed.ac.uk/animalbehaviour/courseinfo.htm School Website : http://www.vet.ed.ac.uk/ College Website : http://www.mvm.ed.ac.uk/ |
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