On successful completion of this module students will be able to:

• Explain important pathological mechanisms affecting the nervous system of domestic animals
• Discuss the pathobiology of important pathogens affecting the nervous system of domestic animals
• Explain important features of the neurological examination in domestic animals and relate this to the relevant neuroanatomy
• Localise abnormalities in the nervous system based on the findings of the neurological examination
• Construct differential diagnosis lists appropriate to individual clinical presentations across the domestic species
• Explain the indications and limitations of diagnostic techniques commonly utilised in veterinary neurology
• Select and explain the appropriate clinical approach for the diagnosis of common neurological problems in the domestic species
• Outline the typical presentation and clinical signs of common diseases affecting the nervous system of domestic species
• Select and explain the appropriate management plan and treatment for the common diseases affecting the nervous system
• Explain and apply basic principles of pharmacology relevant to drugs used in the nervous system
• Work effectively as part of a team
• Communicate information relating to animals with neurological diseases in a clear, professional manner
• Critically reflect on their learning, using this approach to develop metacognitive skills and promote linkage between their prior knowledge and current learning, identify strategies for success and highlight areas for further development as they progress towards professional practice and lifelong learning

The student should have a solid grounding in the core disciplines contributing to this clinical course e.g. anatomy, physiology, microbiology, pharmacology and pathology.

• Feedback individually to students, post-assessment
• Group/class feedback, post-assessment
• Online automated feedback
• Peer review activities
• Self-assessment activities

Intra-semester on-line formative MCQs and SNAPIs will be offered to students during delivery of the module. Automated on-line feedback will be provided following completion of these exercises. Group project work will involve self- and peer-assessment along with the delivery of group / class feedback as part of this process. All students failing the assessment will be offered an opportunity to discuss their work with the Module Co-ordinator. Queries from passing students are dealt with on an individual basis.