Veterinary Pharmacology and Disease Control

Cod y Modiwl: BR36820
Teitl y Modiwl: Veterinary Pharmacology and Disease Control
Blwyddyn Academaidd: 2026/2027
Semester: Semester 2
Cyd-gysylltydd y Modiwl: Dr Ifat Shah
Rhestr Ddarllen: Gweld ar Aspire
Staff Eraill sy'n Cyfrannu: Mr Jonathan King; Dr Iain Chalmers; Mr Jim Scott-Baumann; Dr Ruth Wonfor; Dr Russ Morphew; Dr Beverley Hopkins; Dr Ifat Shah; Mrs Sharon King

Dulliau Asesu

Math o Asesiad	Manylion Asesiad	Cyfran
Asesiad Semester	Lab report: 2000 Words	40%
Arholiad Semester	Examination: 2 Awr	60%
Asesiad Ailsefyll	Lab Report: Students must take elements of assessment equivalent to those that led to failure of the module	40%
Arholiad Ailsefyll	Examination: 2 Awr - Students must take elements of assessment equivalent to those that led to failure of the module	60%

Canlyniadau Dysgu

Wedi cwblhau'r modiwl dylai'r myfyrwyr fedru:

Demonstrate retained knowledge to discuss the pharmacology and application of commonly used veterinary drugs
Demonstrate retained knowledge to describe the principles of veterinary anaesthesia and analgesia
Critically evaluate the techniques and rationale underpinning treatment discovery pipelines using retained knowledge
Analyse using retained knowledge the scientific basis and implications of drug resistance in pathogens

Disgrifiad cryno

This module will provide an overview of veterinary pharmacology, discussing mode of action, pharmacokinetics as well as the implications of their use and non-drug based treatment methods. One focus of the module will be the principles of veterinary anaesthesia, analgesia and behaviour modifying drugs. Using workshop, lectures and practical, the module will also impart knowledge on pharmacogenomic techniques and rationale underpinning drug discovery pipelines and the scientific basis and implications of drug resistance in pathogens.

Cynnwys

The module aims to give students an understanding of the biochemistry, discovery, practical use and legislation relating to veterinary drugs and related treatment strategies. This is a brief outline of module content, however content may vary.

Introduction to veterinary pharmacology
- Including legal aspects to veterinary drug delivery
Veterinary pathogen treatment & resistance
- Including anti-microbial and anthelminthic resistance
Principles of veterinary anaesthesia and analgesia
- Including mode of action (MOA), key classes and complications
Behavioural pharmacological treatment
- Including MOA of key classes and usage
Non-drug based treatment and management
- Including key preventative methods
The pharmacokinetics of veterinary drugs
- Including key aspects of medicinal chemistry and drug kinetics
Techniques underpinning drug discovery pipelines
- Including recent developments from DLS research teams

Sgiliau Modiwl

Math o Sgiliau	Manylion Sgiliau
Cyfathrebu	Students will develop effective written communication skills in the examination and coursework, where these will be assessed. Feedback for this coursework will be given.
Datblygu personol a chynllunio gyrfa	Students will have contact with active researchers in field providing insight into this sector. This aspect is not assessed.
Datrys Problemau	Practical classes will involve problem solving. These will be assessed in any associated coursework. Feedback on this will be given for the coursework.
Gwella dysgu a pherfformiad ei hun	Outside the formal contact hours, students will be expected to research materials, manage time and meet deadlines for the coursework and exam. Feedback on this will be given for the coursework.
Rhifedd	Practical classes will involve the collection and analysis of data through a variety of techniques. Analysis will be assessed in the associated coursework and feedback on this aspect will be given.
Sgiliau pwnc penodol	During the module, students will gain knowledge of veterinary terminology. They will also learn key current legislation regarding drug delivery and development.
Sgiliau ymchwil	The coursework and exam will require students to research topics beyond the depth and scope of the lecture material. Information from a variety of sources will be used. Research skills will be assessed in both the examination and coursework. Feedback on this will be given for the coursework.
Technoleg Gwybodaeth	Accessing the web for reliable information sources and using databases to find literature in preparation for the coursework and the exam. Presentation of coursework will be assessed, which should be prepared on a computer and feedback on this aspect will be given.

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