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PgProfDev Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons at University of Edinburgh

University of Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Programme overview

The RCVS Certificate in Advanced Veterinary Practice (CertAVP) is a flexible modular route to veterinary postgraduate qualifications, in which students combine 10-credit elements relevant to their work. Credits are awarded by the RCVS rather than the University, so the programme does not lead to a University of Edinburgh award.

Faculty: College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine  |  Department: Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies  |  Duration: Up to 10 years (each module takes one to two years; 60-credit-equivalent possible in one year)  |  Intake: Multiple start dates  |  Study mode: online  |  Location: Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

All Edinburgh CertAVP modules are self-study with assessment only, supported by an online environment and guidance from the team. Modules are divided into groups A, B and C and may be taken at any accredited UK institution; there is a two-year time limit to complete a module.

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Entry requirements

Applicants must be members of RCVS or hold a registrable degree, have at least one year of postgraduate experience working as a veterinary surgeon, and be enrolled with the RCVS for the CertAVP (enrolment valid for 10 years). Those who graduated in 2007 or later are expected to have completed the PDP or VetGDP before enrolling in modules.

Intake: Multiple start dates

Duration: up to 10 years part-time (intermittent study)

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