BI3S114 - Advances in Animal Health & Behaviour 02 Mar 2018 - 31 Aug 2026 | Version 2
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | BI3S114 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Advances in Animal Health & Behaviour | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science | ||
| Faculty Group: | Biological and Forensic Sciences | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Biological Science | ||
| Module Leader: | Michelle Cooper | ||
| Module Team: | Rhiannon Stundon, Sasha Tyler | ||
| First Intended Intake: | DEC 2017 | Final Year of Intake: | |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 6 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | |||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | |||
Document Version Information
| Version | 2 |
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| Valid From | 02 Mar 2018 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2026 |
Module Aims
To enable the student to design an appropriate research proposal that investigates the effectiveness of an animal behavioural modification method.
To develop the student’s ability to problem solve and apply creative solutions to animal health issues.
Content Summary
Behavioural science and behavioural medicine in animal studies is an increasingly advancing topic. Research in this area is relatively limited. It is important that new ideas are supported with effective and high quality research. By proposing and designing a research project, to test the effectiveness of a current method used to modify a behavioural issue, the student will evaluate the current evidence base and highlight areas for future research.
The student will identify an animal health issue and explore the current methods used to address the issue, using the support of available research. The student will then create, a novel solution and present the proposed solution to their peers for scrutiny.
Top-up must choose a species linked to their RVN qualification for their assessments. (e.g. Small companion animal cat/dog/exotic. Equine assessments can only be completed by an REVN)
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 24 |
| Practical classes and workshops | 4 |
| Independent Study | 140 |
| Directed Study | 30 |
| Formative Assessment - Scheduled | 1 |
| Formative Assessment - Independent | 1 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Critically analyse current animal health issues and create a possible novel solutionThose students undertaking the BSc Veterinary Nursing Top-up must choose a species linked to their RVN qualification for their assessments. (E.g. Small companion animal cat/dog/exotic. Equine assessments can only be completed by an REVN) |
| LO2 | Investigate methods of measuring the effectiveness of a current method used to modify an animal behavioural issueThose students undertaking the BSc Veterinary Nursing Top-up must choose a species linked to their RVN qualification for their assessments. (E.g. Small companion animal cat/dog/exotic. Equine assessments can only be completed by an REVN) |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Research Plan / Proposal / Project/ Log 1 | Outline of a research project to include hypotheses and methodology | 0 | 2000 | 50 | No | 40 |
| Synchronous Onsite Oral Assessment | Presentation (Synchronous Onsite) 1 | Presentation delivered to peers Assessment will grade presentation skills and subject knowledge | 15 | N/A | 50 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Research Plan / Proposal / Project/ Log 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Presentation (Synchronous Onsite) 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |