University of Bristol School of Veterinary Science Langford Abattoir, UK

Description of Elective Experience

The student will be placed in the School of Veterinary Sciences abattoir, where s/he will be able to observe and partly participate in the operations. Depending on the preference of the student, s/he may be involved in any non-licensed activities taking place. S/he will also be present when the rotation students are in attendance and will have the opportunity to have one on one sessions with the supervisor on subjects such as (European) food safety legislation, HACCP, Risk Analysis etc. S/he will also be able to attend the post mortem sessions that are organised with the rotation students.

Institutional and Educational Resources - staffing, equipment, etc.

The staff of the abattoir

The lecturer Veterinary Public Health

The Senior Lecturer Veterinary Public Health

A library

Computers/WiFi

Rotations

PM room practicals

Student Responsibilities - what is expected of students in terms of hours, days of the week, shadowing or actual support?

Active engagement

Completion of an assignment 

Supervisor
Dr. Ed G.M. van Klink DVM, PhD, Dipl. ECVPH
Contact email
Address

University of Bristol, Senate House,
Tyndall Avenue,
Bristol
BS8 1TH
United Kingdom

Animal Type
Practice or Institution Type
Is student housing available?
Yes
Hours of supervision by a licensed veterinarian per week
20
Global engagement opportunity
No
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