Course Code: VET501

Course Title : Veterinary Jurisprudence and Career Development

Weekly Teaching Hours: (2,0)

Course Description : In this course, 9 th semester students will gain an general understanding of the legal framework and career development that relates to the practice of veterinary medicine. Students are given an understanding of the breadth of veterinary medicine, career opportunities, delivery of professional services to the public, private sectors, and international organizations; personal/ business management skill. . Emphasis will also be placed on understanding, evaluating and improving interpersonal relations and oral and written communication skills

Recommended Textbook(s) and Supplementary Books:

  • Communication Skills Textbook by Maulidi, Chisoni, Samu, Gulule and Salanje,2016
  • Textbook of Veterinary Ethics Jurisprudence by Chakrabarti, Ray and Sahoo. 2004

Course Assessment:

  • Class Participation 10%,

  • Mid-term Examination 30%,

  • Assignments 10%,

  • Final Examination 50%,

Attendance 95%compulsory.