There will be two modes of delivery and study:

• Mixed Mode
  This will involve part-time study over a period of a minimum of 24 months to a maximum of 5 years. The delivery mode will be mixed, consisting of face-to-face study days with online discussions and support. There will be 2 compulsory full day workshops for each 15 credit module, and 5 workshops for each 30 credit module.
• Distance Learning (available in 2011)
  A Distance-learning only programme will be available which will extend for a minimum period of 24 months up to a maximum of 5 years. This mode will be entirely by text and online delivery. Candidates will not be required to attend the campus for any workshops.

Assessment

‘Learning through assessment’ is the main philosophy that is being adopted in developing assessments in the programme. Assessment has been aligned to learning outcomes and to influence learning. In all the modules, assessments have been designed to incorporate the learners’ own work requirements and facilitate reflective practice. The following assessments methods are used:

• Tutor marked assignments
• Tutor and peer assessed teaching observations on face to face/online presentations and use of technologies for teaching
• Reflective and critical portfolio development
• Reflective and evaluative essays tracking own development

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of the programme, students will be able to:

1. Evaluate educational theories, methods and practice which can be applied to Veterinary Education
2. Develop, design and deliver courses and programmes using a wide range of appropriate course development and delivery tools
3. Appraise curriculum design and models to ensure that teaching methods comply with standards and quality appropriate to the level of skill development
4. Select and use appropriate assessment and evaluation strategies to ensure that learning outcomes are met
5. Identify, critically assess and address the emerging needs of the training requirements to match the demands of the local provision
6. Adopt new teaching technologies to maximize skill development
7. Be a reflective and self-evaluative practitioner
8. Critically appraise research in veterinary and related educational fields, and develop skills to undertake qualitative and quantitative research using appropriate methodologies
9. Continue to develop independent and lifelong learning skills to promote their own personal and professional development as veterinary educators, researchers and leaders.