Course overview
- Study period
- Semester 1, 2025 (06/01/2025 - 22/11/2025)
- Study level
- Undergraduate
- Location
- Gatton
- Attendance mode
- In Person
- Units
- 2
- Administrative campus
- Gatton
- Coordinating unit
- Veterinary Science School
Clinical Internal Work Integrated Learning (WIL) - focused on Equine Medicine and Surgery.
This is a Clinical Internal Work Integrated Learning (WIL) Placement. Sudents will participate in the diagnosis, treatment and management of client-owned equine cases at the UQ Equine Hospital (Gatton) under the supervision of specialists, residents, and qualified nurses in equine medicine, and surgery. Students are integrated into the clinical environment of the hospital and are essential participants in case management. Wherever possible, students will be encouraged to perform diagnostic and treatment procedures (including participation in surgery) on clinical cases. Students will also perform after-hours/emergency duty to gain exposure to equine emergency medicine/surgery as well as exposure to monitoring and treatment of hospitalised horses. Students will gain experience with a problem-based approach to equine clinical cases. Daily case rounds with veterinarians are conducted to allow detailed discussion of cases. Basic familiarity with common diseases and management of horses is expected. Students are expected to develop and conform to high professional standards at all times whilst on rotation in the Equine Hospital.
Course requirements
Prerequisites
You'll need to complete the following courses before enrolling in this one:
VETS4010, VETS4022, VETS4035, VETS4034, VETS4040
Restrictions
Enrolment restricted to Bachelor of Veterinary Science (Honours) students.
Course contact
Course staff
Lecturer
Dr Albert Sole Guitart
Professor Ben Ahern
Ms Jessica Wise
Teacher
Miss Annabelle Trainor
Dr Evie Hodgson
Miss Ligia Pentzke
Dr Olivia Jones
Dr Xueli Wang
Timetable
Additional timetable information
Clinical Work Integrated Learning (WIL) Placement Schedule
Prior to enrolment in the final year of the Bachelor of Veterinary Science (Honours) program, you will be allocated a schedule of Clinical Work Integrated Learning (WIL) placements in UQ’s placement management system, InPlace. A condition of your enrolment in 5th year courses with a Clinical WIL placement requirement is the completion of all scheduled WIL placements, including internal and external WIL placements, as per your allocated InPlace schedule. Once published, variations to your InPlace schedule can only be approved by the School of Veterinary Science Chief Examiner via a Deferred Examination Request. Variation requests will be considered in line with the conditions outlined in the UQ deferred examination policy. Deferring an exam - my.UQ - University of Queensland.
Acceptable grounds for a request to vary your schedule include:
- Medical grounds
- University-sanctioned commitments e.g., registered elite athlete/performer
- Compassionate grounds e.g., death or serious illness of a family member or close relative
Schedule variation requests will NOT be considered for the following reasons:
- Birthdays, weddings, and other cultural or social events
- Pre-booked holidays – you should not make any travel or vacation plans at any time during the full calendar year of the final year of your program
To request a change to your schedule, submit a deferred assessment request via mySI-net Requests and include documentary evidence of the reason for your request.
Pre-placement requirements
All students must complete the OHS modules on Blackboard before commencing rotations in the VMC. Additional timetable and induction information is available on Blackboard and should be reviewed by students prior to commencing their respective rotations.
Students will meet with the Course Coordinator for a Q&A session and a tour. Afterwards, cases will be allocated and students will perform their initial clinical examinations.
Equine Medicine and Surgery Rotation
Timetable
The WEEKLY Timetable for students can be found on the Blackboard site.
Students are expected to arrive in time to have clinical examinations and 7 AM treatments performed on all cases by 8 AM. Students are expected to perform a full clinical examination and TPR on all patients in the morning before rounds and a clinical exam including TPR before leaving in the afternoon. Students are expected to take a 1 hour lunch break during the day.
Attendance expectations
Attendance is required on all weekdays during regular business hours. Students are rostered on regular hospital duty for 19 weekdays and 1 weekend. ﾠﾠ
- Each student is required to work one Saturday shift from 7AM to 4PM.
- A total of 3-4 students are rostered on each Saturday. If it is quiet, students may be allowed to leave the clinic during the day but must be available to be called back in for emergencies or help with treatments.
- Students will be responsible for medical cases for approximately 1 1/2 weeks and surgery cases for 2 1/2 weeks. Transfer of cases will occur on Wednesday of week 2 and Thursday of week 3.
- On nights and weekends, 2-4 students will be rostered to be on call for emergency cases. Each student will be rostered on call for 4 weeknights and two 24 hour weekend shifts. The Saturday shift may overlap with hospital duty.
- Students should be within 60 minutes of the hospital when they are on-call. If students are called in after-hours, they will be allowed a 10 hour break before beginning their next shift in the hospital. Case responsibilities will be transferred to another student on that service.
See Learning Activities > Additional Learning Activity Information for more information about Attendance and Absence.
Aims and outcomes
To gain competency in the basic approach to equine clinical problems in a clinical environment.
Learning outcomes
After successfully completing this course you should be able to:
LO1.
Obtain a relevant and accurate history of individual horses and groups of horses
LO2.
Perform a thorough and systematic clinical examination of a horse
LO3.
Develop a problem list using relevant information derived from the history, general assessment and physical examination of the horse
LO4.
Select, perform and justify the appropriate diagnostic tests needed to further assess common presenting complaints in horses
LO5.
Create a medical record that is a logical, systematic approach to the process of diagnosis, therapy and case management, and meets legal requirements
LO6.
Demonstrate knowledge of the underlying pathophysiology of equine diseases
LO7.
Correctly interpret the results of diagnostic tests used for the investigation of equine diseases.
LO8.
Propose a rational treatment plan based on the working diagnosis including recognition of when euthanasia or referral is indicated.
LO9.
Appropriately apply the principles of asepsis, surgical technique, and animal welfare and wound management to equine patients requiring routine surgical treatment.
LO10.
Provide emergency first aid to sick or injured horses and instruct horse owners on how to perform basic equine first aid.
LO11.
Use information sources to identify material relevant to equine disease, and be able to critically evaluate the relevance and reliability of such information.
LO12.
Outline ethical issues relevant to equine practice. Possess a knowledge of the ethical standards expected of veterinarians and accept their professional responsibility to assess their own ethics and standards of conduct
LO13.
Recognise and implement appropriate biosecurity measures for infectious, reportable, exotic and zoonotic diseases and zoonoses, including Hendra Virus.
LO14.
Use professional language to communicate with colleagues in an organised and complete but concise manner.
LO15.
Proactively engage in feedback process to improve work performance including seeking, receiving and responding to feedback.
LO16.
Self evaluate your development to identify gaps and challenges with respect to Day-one readiness and enact learning plans to overcome these gaps.
Assessment
Assessment summary
| Category | Assessment task | Weight | Due date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quiz |
Safety in the Equine Specialist Hospital
|
Pass/Fail |
Due by 12 PM on the first day of the rotation |
| Placement |
Performance Assessment and Feedback
|
25% | |
| Placement |
Learning Plan and Portfolio Self Review (mid and end)
|
15% 3 items at 5% each |
Assessed during the 4 week rotation. See Task Description for item-specific Due Dates. |
| Placement |
Course Coordinator Global Evaluation of Rotation
|
30% |
Following the completion of the Rotation |
| Presentation |
Grand Rounds
|
10% |
Completed by the end of the Rotation. |
| Placement |
DOPS
|
Pass/Fail |
Due before Graduation. |
| Examination |
Capstone Examination
|
20% |
Second End of Semester Exam Period 8/11/2025 - 22/11/2025 |
A hurdle is an assessment requirement that must be satisfied in order to receive a specific grade for the course. Check the assessment details for more information about hurdle requirements.
Assessment details
Safety in the Equine Specialist Hospital
- Online
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Quiz
- Weight
- Pass/Fail
- Due date
Due by 12 PM on the first day of the rotation
- Learning outcomes
- L02, L08, L09, L12, L13, L14
Task description
This multiple-choice quiz covers the introductory presentation on working safely in the ESH. All students are required to complete the quiz by 12 PM on the day the rotation commences. Students may not begin working with horses until the quiz is completed.
Submission guidelines
Deferral or extension
You cannot defer or apply for an extension for this assessment.
Performance Assessment and Feedback
- In-person
- Online
- Mode
- Activity/ Performance
- Category
- Placement
- Weight
- 25%
- Other conditions
- Work integrated learning.
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L06, L07, L08, L09, L10, L11, L12, L13, L14, L15, L16
Task description
Students will complete ONE Performance Feedback form for each of the FOUR weeks they are on rotation (i.e. a total of FOUR forms are submitted for the 4 week rotation).
- Two of the 4 forms should be submitted to the resident(s) on their service and 2 of 4 forms submitted to the senior clinician(s) on their service.
- The rubric for Performance Assessment is comprised of 5 equally weighted categories (Knowledge, Clinical Skills, Technical Skills, Professional Skills, and Communication). Each category has three performance marks (0/Does not meet standard; 1/Meets standard; 2/Exceeds standard). The rubric has a total of 10 possible marks.
- An average of all daily performance marks is calculated at the end of the rotation. This calculation will contribute 25% of the overall mark for the course.
Submission guidelines
Submission via MyProgress
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 28 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
Information on applying for an extension can be found here: my.UQ Applying for an extension. Extension applications must be received by the assessment due date and time.
Learning Plan and Portfolio Self Review (mid and end)
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Placement
- Weight
- 15% 3 items at 5% each
- Due date
Assessed during the 4 week rotation. See Task Description for item-specific Due Dates.
- Other conditions
- Work integrated learning.
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L06, L07, L08, L09, L10, L11, L12, L13, L14, L15, L16
Task description
The Learning Plan, Portfolio Self Review (mid), and Portfolio Self Review (end) are each worth 5% of the overall mark for the course. Marks for each piece of assessment will be calculated as Meets Standard (full credit) or Does Not Meet Standard (no credit). Due dates for each piece of assessment are listed below:
- Learning plan - No later than the start of day 3 of the rotation
- Portfolio Self Review (mid) - End of week 2 of the rotation
- Portfolio Self Review (end) - Monday morning the week after rotation completion
Submission guidelines
Items will be submitted via My Progress.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 7 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
Information on applying for an extension can be found here: my.UQ Applying for an extension. Extension applications must be received by the assessment due date and time.
Course Coordinator Global Evaluation of Rotation
- In-person
- Mode
- Activity/ Performance
- Category
- Placement
- Weight
- 30%
- Due date
Following the completion of the Rotation
- Other conditions
- Work integrated learning.
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L06, L07, L08, L09, L10, L11, L12, L13, L14, L15, L16
Task description
A global assessment of the student's progress over the entire rotation taking into consideration personal and professional growth as discussed in mid-rotation feedback and in the student's own reflection performance.
The rubric (see Blackboard) will comprise 5 equally weighted categories (Knowledge base; Clinical skills; Technical skills; Professional skills and communication). Each category will have three performance marks (0/Does not meet standard; 1/Meets standard; 2/Exceeds standard). The rubric has a total of 10 possible marks worth 30% of the final grade. The course coordinator will be responsible for adjudicating performance discrepancies between assessors and providing the final mark to one45. The final marks for each category will be the average of each assessor and summed across the categories for the final mark. Students who score at least a “Meets standard” (an average of > or equal to 1.0) in all categories pass the rotation. Students who score a “Does not meet standard” (an average of <1.0) for any category will be required to undertake a “Formalised additional learning plan” (FALP). The FALP may include a repeat of up to 50% of the total rotation time for students who receive a “Does not meet standard” in one or two categories and up to 100% for students who receive a “Does not meet standard” for more than two categories. Upon completion of a FALP and demonstration of satisfactory performance, the mark in that category may be adjusted to no greater than 1.0. If the remediation is judged, by the course coordinator, to be unsuccessful, it remains a “Does not meet standard” and the student will formally fail the rotation and therefore the course but may be eligible for a supplementary assessment.
The FALP will be described in a one-page document, written by the course coordinator in collaboration with the student. It will clearly state the deficiency, remediation required and time commitment. It will be signed by the course coordinator and student to serve as a formal confirmation of the required training. According to the plan the student, in consultation with the course coordinator, will be booked in for additional learning by the SVS administration team. The plan should be completed if possible no later than one week before final grade upload for graduation in the current year. Students must make themselves available when the additional learning is offered. If the plan cannot be completed before when they may be graded, students will be awarded an INC (Incomplete grade) and may miss graduation for that year.
Submission guidelines
Completed by VETS5015 Course Coordinator
Deferral or extension
You cannot defer or apply for an extension for this assessment.
Grand Rounds
- In-person
- Mode
- Oral
- Category
- Presentation
- Weight
- 10%
- Due date
Completed by the end of the Rotation.
- Other conditions
- Work integrated learning.
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L06, L07, L08, L09, L10, L11, L12, L13, L14, L15, L16
Task description
Grand Rounds Presentation
Submission guidelines
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 28 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
Information on applying for an extension can be found here: my.UQ Applying for an extension. Extension applications must be received by the assessment due date and time.
DOPS
- Hurdle
- In-person
- Mode
- Activity/ Performance
- Category
- Placement
- Weight
- Pass/Fail
- Due date
Due before Graduation.
- Other conditions
- Work integrated learning.
- Learning outcomes
- L02, L04, L07, L09, L10
Task description
Throughout the 4-week Equine Hospital Rotation, students must complete the following "Direct Observation of Procedural Skills" (DOPS).
All students perform a clinical examination and 2/3 from the following list.
- Perform endoscopy
- Perform a surgery
- Placement of an IV catheter
The details of each procedure can be found with the respective rubrics found in My Knowledge Map. Students will be provided feedback on the various composite skills within the DOPS and provided an overall rating. Each skill must be performed to an overall assessment of "Meets Standard and is Day-One Ready" in order to pass the DOPS.
Hurdle requirements
Must perform Clinical Exam DOPS and be deemed to 'meet standard' AND Must 'meet standard' for 2/3 of the following DOPS: Place IV catheter, perform endoscopy, perform a surgery.Submission guidelines
Submission by student via MyProgress during the rotation.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 28 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
Information on applying for an extension can be found here: my.UQ Applying for an extension. Extension applications must be received by the assessment due date and time.
Capstone Examination
- Identity Verified
- In-person
- Online
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Examination
- Weight
- 20%
- Due date
Second End of Semester Exam Period
8/11/2025 - 22/11/2025
- Other conditions
- Time limited.
- Learning outcomes
- L03, L04, L05, L06, L07, L08, L09, L10, L11, L12, L13, L14
Task description
The capstone will be an MCQ format examination that focuses on core knowledge, clinical approach to the diagnosis and the management of conditions likely to be encountered during a new graduate’s first year of practice. The ultimate goal of the capstone is to provide a holistic appraisal of students’ clinical problem-solving skills, independent of species or discipline area. To achieve that, sections will be contributed by VETS5015, VETS5020, VETS5024, VETS5028, VETS5029 and VETS5030.
The exam consists of two parts, each part delivered over approximately two hours. The number of questions contributed per course will be weighted according to the unit weighting of the course. Refer to the course blackboard site for example questions, duration of the exam and number of questions per section.
Exam details
| Planning time | 10 minutes |
|---|---|
| Duration | 120 minutes |
| Calculator options | Any calculator permitted |
| Open/closed book | Closed Book examination - no written materials permitted |
| Exam platform | Inspera |
| Invigilation | Invigilated in person |
Submission guidelines
Deferral or extension
You may be able to defer this exam.
Course grading
Full criteria for each grade is available in the Assessment Procedure.
| Grade | Cut off Percent | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 (Low Fail) | <p>0</p> - |
Absence of evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: <p>In one or more of the following, the student: 1) Shows a poor knowledge base in all areas of equine clinical studies. 2) Is unable to obtain an accurate history and perform a physical examination in the majority of cases. 3) Fails to identify patient problems. 4) Is unable to perform any technical tasks even with considerable direction and instruction. Is unorganized and lacks knowledge about the procedure. 5) Is unable to make appropriate diagnostic plans and isﾠincapable of interpreting their results. 6) Fails to provide appropriate therapeutic and/or management plans. 7) Shows no evidence of reading or research in the subject area. 8) Does not participate in rounds or tutorial discussions. Cases are inadequately presented. 0 - 29% of total marks</p> |
| 2 (Fail) | <p>0</p> - |
Minimal evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: <p>In one or more of the following, the student: 1) Shows a poor or limited knowledge base in all or most areas of equine clinical studies. 2) Obtains histories and performs physical examinations with significant omissions or inaccuracies. 3) Fails to identify most patient problems. 4) Is unable to perform most technical tasks with direction from teaching staff and is often not well organized. 5) Is unable to make appropriate diagnostic plans and unable to interpret their results. 6) Fails to provide appropriate therapeutic and/or management plans. 7) Shows poor to no evidence of reading or research in the subject area. 8) Has minimal participation in rounds and tutorials and responses are always or often inaccurate. Cases are not satisfactorily presented. 30-44% of total marks</p> |
| 3 (Marginal Fail) | <p>0</p> - |
Demonstrated evidence of developing achievement of course learning outcomes Course grade description: <p>In one or more of the following, the student:ﾠ 1) Has limited knowledge in some areas of equine clinical studies but is satisfactory in others. 2) Obtains histories and performs physical examinations with a moderate number of significant omissions or inaccuracies. 3) Shows restricted ability to identify patient problems that are sometimes inaccurate or incorrect. 4) Is unable to perform some technical tasks with direction from teaching staff and is sometimes not well organized. 5) Provides incomplete diagnostic plans and sometimes inaccurate or incorrect interpretation of results. 6) Presents inadequate or inaccurate therapeutic and/or management plans. 7) Shows poor evidence of reading or research in the subject area. 8) Participates in rounds and tutorials with accurate responses on some occasions. Shows mostly satisfactory preparation for case presentation. 45-49% of total marks</p> |
| 4 (Pass) | <p>0</p> - |
Demonstrated evidence of functional achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: <p>In one or more of the following, the student: 1) Displays a satisfactory knowledge base in most areas of equine clinical studies. 2) Obtains histories and performs physical examinations with minor errors/omissions and occasional significant inaccuracies. 3) Correctly identifies and outlines most of a patient's problems. 4) Adequately performs most technical tasks with direction of teaching staff and is mostly well organized. 5) Outlines appropriate diagnostic plans and adequately interprets their results. 6) Presents appropriate therapeutic and/or management plans. 7) Demonstrates evidence of some background reading in the subject area. 8) Actively participates in rounds with accurate responses on many occasions. Presents cases in an organized and understandable manner. 50 -64% of total marks</p> |
| 5 (Credit) | <p>0</p> - |
Demonstrated evidence of proficient achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: <p>In one or more of the following, the student: 1) Displays good knowledge in all areas of equine clinical studies. 2) Obtains accurate histories and performs mostly complete physical examinations. 3) Accurately identifies and outlines most of a patient's problems. 4) Adequately performs technical tasks with some direction from teaching staff and is well organized. 5) Outlines appropriate diagnostic plans and accurately interprets their results. 6) Presents appropriate therapeutic and/or management plans. 7) Demonstrates evidence of outside reading and research on some areas of equine medicine, surgery and lameness. 8) Actively participates in rounds with accurate responses on most occasions. Presents cases in an organized and logical manner. 65-74%</p> |
| 6 (Distinction) | <p>0</p> - |
Demonstrated evidence of advanced achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: <p>In one or more of the following, the student: 1) Displays outstanding knowledge in all areas of equine clinical studies. 2) Obtains accurate histories and performs complete physical examinations. 3) Accurately identifies and outlines all of a patient's problems. 4) Performs most technical tasks with dexterity and is knowledgeable of the procedure. 5) Outlines appropriate diagnostic plans and accurately interprets their results. 6) Presents appropriate therapeutic and/or management plans. 7) Demonstrates evidence of outside reading and research on many areas of equine medicine, surgery and lameness. 8) Actively participates in rounds and tutorials with accurate responses. Presents cases clearly and in an organised and logical manner. 75-84%</p> |
| 7 (High Distinction) | <p>0</p> - |
Demonstrated evidence of exceptional achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: <p>In one or more of the following, the student: 1) Displays superior knowledge on all areas of equine reproduction, medicine, surgery and lameness. 2) Obtains thorough and organized histories and performs accurate and complete physical examinations. 3) Accurately identifies and outlines all of a patient's problems. 4) Performs all technical tasks with dexterity and is knowledgeable of the procedure. 5) Outlines logical and concise diagnostic plans and accurately interprets their results. 6) Presents appropriate therapeutic plans. 7) Demonstrates evidence of outside reading and research on all areas of equine medicine, surgery and lameness. 8) Actively participates in rounds and tutorials with consistently accurate responses. Presents cases clearly, concisely, and accurately. 85 - 100% of total marks</p> |
Additional course grading information
Attendance and absence
Attendance is required at all rostered shifts during each clinical rotation, and forms part of the professionalism criteria on the assessment tasks for each rotation.
- Students are expected to remain until all cases are up-to-date and treated.
- Students must take appropriate breaks as required (at least 10 minutes’ break every two hours) to ensure health and wellbeing.
- Students should check with their rotation supervisor prior to taking a break or leaving for the day.
All students MUST follow the instructions in the Learning Activities > Additional Learning Activities Information section of this course profile to notify of any absence
Grade calculations
When rounding final marks for grade calculations, part marks of <0.5 will be ROUNDED DOWN to the nearest whole number, and part marks of >/= 0.5 will be ROUNDED UP to the nearest whole number.
To pass VETS5015
- Students must receive a grade of 1 or greater for all categories in the rotation assessment
- complete all tasks
- and receive a minimum overall grade of 4ﾠin order to pass the course
Rotation Performance Assessment and FALP
Students who receive a “Does not meet standard,” in any category, will be required to undertake a “Formalised Additional Learning Plan” (FALP). A FALP is tailored to the individual student to provide opportunities to improve on and/or demonstrate achievement of the learning objective not met in the performance assessment. ﾠ
- The FALP may include a repeat of up to 50% of the total rotation time for students who receive a “Does not meet standard” in one or two categories and up to 100% for students who receive a “Does not meet standard” for more than two categories.
- FALPs may also include clinical case scenarios, written assignments, HUB skills demonstrations, or oral viva-type examinations. ﾠ
- Upon completion of a FALP, and demonstration of satisfactory performance the mark in that category, the mark in the related category may be adjusted to no greater than 1.0 ("Meets standard").
- If the remediation is judged, by the course coordinator, to be unsuccessful, it remains a “Does not meet standard”, the grade remains a zero in that category,ﾠand the student will formally fail the rotation and the course. Students who fail the course may be eligible for a supplementary assessment.
Details of the FALP will be recorded in the online marking platform, written by the Course Coordinator in collaboration with the student. It will clearly state the deficiency, remediation required and time commitment. The student, in consultation with the Course Coordinator, will be booked in for additional learning as required by the plan by the SVS administration team. The plan should be completed, if possible, no later than one week before the final grade upload for graduation in the current year. Students must make themselves available when additional learning is offered.
If the plan cannot be completed before grade upload, students will be awarded an INC (Incomplete grade) and may miss graduation for that year.
Supplementary assessment
Supplementary assessment is available for this course.
Should you fail a course with a grade of 3, you may be eligible for supplementary assessment. Refer to my.UQ for information on supplementary assessment and how to apply.
Supplementary assessment provides an additional opportunity to demonstrate you have achieved all the required learning outcomes for a course.
If you apply and are granted supplementary assessment, the type of supplementary assessment set will consider which learning outcome(s) have not been met.
Supplementary assessment can take any form (such as a written report, oral presentation, examination or other appropriate assessment) and may test specific learning outcomes tailored to the individual student, or all learning outcomes.
To receive a passing grade of 3S4, you must obtain a mark of 50% or more on the supplementary assessment
Learning resources
You'll need the following resources to successfully complete the course. We've indicated below if you need a personal copy of the reading materials or your own item.
Library resources
Library resources are available on the UQ Library website.
Additional learning resources information
Peer-reviewed research journal articles can be found through PubMedﾠdatabase.
SSWS + UQU
Maintaining a work-life balance and seeking help early is crucial for successful university studies. UQ Student Support and Wellbeing Services (SSWS) and the Student Union (UQU) offer numerous resources for UQ students. Student Services provides various mindfulness programs and counselling services to boost confidence and improve overall physical and mental wellbeing. UQU also offers a range of support, welfare, and wellbeing resources.
For immediate assistance, please call the 24/7 UQ Counselling and Crisis Line at 1300 851 998.
The Hub
The Student Clinical Skills Hub is a purpose-built, state-of-the-art self-directed learning facility located centrally in the School (John Mahon (8105), Room 101) with two main areas and an online resource community available for all veterinary students.
The Hub has a lab where students can practice their clinical skills using standard veterinary equipment, on simulators and/or models in conjunction with supporting audio-visual resources and a smaller communications suite with two working consult rooms, a viewing room and a debriefing space.
The Hub aims to provide a safe, authentic, self-directed learning environment where students can practice their clinical skills according to their competence, beyond the scheduled contact hours of their programs and further enhance their capacity for self-directed, lifelong learning. As BVSc5 students, you will have swipe card access to the Hub from 6am-10pm, 7 days a week from December of BVSc4. See the Hub's Blackboard organisation for induction and OH&S requirements for access.
If you cannot access the community or have other questions, please get in touch with the Hub Coordinator via svs-hub@uq.edu.au or ext 15046.
Learning activities
The learning activities for this course are outlined below. Learn more about the learning outcomes that apply to this course.
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| Learning period | Activity type | Topic |
|---|---|---|
Multiple weeks |
Placement |
Equine Clinic Rotation Students will be allocated to cases during their rotation and are expected to participate in obtaining the history from the client or attending clinician and by reviewing the medical record, performing a physical examination, formulating a problem list and a diagnostic and/or treatment plan. Students are responsible for:
Students will formally present their cases during morning case rounds, and each case will be discussed amongst the group in detail. Rounds are an important time to consolidate understanding of the cases and case management and discuss a plan for the patient. Students are encouraged to question the rationale for clinical decisions as much as possible and formulate their own plans for diagnostics and ongoing management. Sub-activity: Equine Daily Rounds Equine Clinic intake and hospital patient care - Surgery Equine Clinic intake and hospital patient care - Medicine Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L06, L07, L08, L09, L10, L11, L12, L13, L14, L15, L16 |
Placement |
Evening/After Hours Duty Students will be rostered to come in for hospital duty for one Saturday from 7AM to 4PM and allocated to be on call for evening/emergency duty for 4 week nights and two weekend days of the one month rotation. When on after-hours duty students will participate in evaluation/treatment of emergency cases as well as monitoring and treatment of hospitalised cases. Sub-activity: Equine Emergency Shifts Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L05, L07, L08, L10, L11, L12 |
Additional learning activity information
Attendance at Clinical WIL placements
Clinical WIL placements are a compulsory component of the final year of the Bachelor of Veterinary Science (Honours) program. Attendance at all Clinical WIL placements as per your InPlace schedule is expected, and full attendance is required to be eligible to pass the course. The requirements for attendance will be communicated via the course Blackboard site and shift times will be advised by the Course Coordinator / Rotation Supervisor (internal placements) or the Placement Supervisor (external placements).
Absence from clinical placements
Attendance at a clinical placement is treated in the same way as a course assessment item. Acceptable reasons for absence from clinical placement are in line with the Acceptable reasons for an extension to assessment due date.
In the event you are unable to attend a clinical placement due to illness or other exceptional circumstances, you must take ALL the following steps:
- Notify your placement site prior to your shift start time by phone or email; AND
- Email the relevant Course Coordinator and svs-studentabsence@uq.edu.au prior to your shift start time; AND
- Submit documentary evidence for your absences (i.e., medical certificate, statutory declaration) no more than 48 hours from when the absence has occurred to svs-studentabsence@uq.edu.au.
Rescheduling missed day/s
To make up for the lost time resulting from your absence to meet the placement requirements of your course, the following options are available and will depend on the duration/timing of your absence.
Option 1: Make up day/s
If it is possible to schedule and complete the required make up day/s within the existing dates of the scheduled placement, this can be arranged directly with your Placement Supervisor/Course Coordinator and ‘resolved’ within the scheduled placement.
Option 2: Extension
If it is not possible to schedule and complete the required day/s within the existing scheduled dates, you must apply for an extension to your placement dates via the my.UQ Extension to Assessment Due Date process to arrange for the make up day/s to be scheduled at a later time.
If approved, the SVS Placements Team will liaise with the placement site and adjust your InPlace schedule as required. Where possible*, the make up day/s will be scheduled to occur within a holiday period in your schedule.
Option 3: Deferral
If you are absent for the entire scheduled placement or have missed enough day/s to require rescheduling of the entire placement, you must apply for deferral of your placement via the mySI-net Deferring an exam process, to be considered by the SVS Chief Examiner.
If approved, the SVS Placements Team will liaise with the placement site and adjust your InPlace schedule as required. Where possible*, the deferred placement will be scheduled to occur within a holiday period in your schedule.
*Options 2 and 3: Possible delayed graduation
Scheduling make up days or deferred placements within the same academic year will depend on the capacity of the placement site (internal or external) and the student’s individual InPlace schedule.
In some cases, it may not be possible to schedule make up day/s or reschedule the placement prior to the end of year results release, which may result in delayed completion of the course and program requirements and potentially affect your eligibility to graduate.
Policies and procedures
University policies and procedures apply to all aspects of student life. As a UQ student, you must comply with University-wide and program-specific requirements, including the:
- Student Code of Conduct Policy
- Student Integrity and Misconduct Policy and Procedure
- Assessment Procedure
- Examinations Procedure
- Reasonable Adjustments - Students Policy and Procedure
Learn more about UQ policies on my.UQ and the Policy and Procedure Library.
You'll also need to be aware of the following policies and procedures while completing this course: