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 

Student Housing (include costs, amenities, pet friendly, contact info if different from elective contact info): 

On-site student rooms with shared kitchen and bathrooms. rent per night. price around £ 30 per night. Price is included in fee for abattoir placement, which at the moment is £ 800 per week.

Supervisor: 
Dr. Ed G.M. van Klink DVM, PhD, Dipl. ECVPH
Website: 
http://www.bris.ac.uk/vetscience/services/abattoir/
Address: 
University of Bristol, Senate House,
Tyndall Avenue,
Bristol
BS8 1TH
United Kingdom
Practice or Institution Type: 
Is student housing available?: 
Yes
Hours of supervision by a licensed veterinarian per week: 
20