Vetnet
Institutions
Royal Veterinary College (lead), Anglia Ruskin University, University of Brighton, University of Bristol, University of Cambridge, University of Central Lancashire, University of Chester, University of Liverpool, Newcastle University, Nottingham Trent University.
Berkshire College of Agriculture, Capel Manor College, Chichester College, Easton College, Hadlow College, Hartpury College, Hopwood Hall College, Moulton College, Myerscough College, Oaklands College, Otley College, Plumpton College, Reaseheath College, Shuttleworth College, Sparsholt College, Walford and North Shropshire College, College of West Anglia, Writtle College.
Contact
Sarah Field, National Co-ordinator VETNET LLN, National Office, Bletchley Park Science and Innovation Centre, Bletchley Park, Sherwood Drive, Bletchley, MILTON KEYNES, MK3 6EB, e-mail sfield@vetnetlln.ac.uk, tel 01908 363446, mobile 07809 099456
Award
£3.74 million
Period of funding
September 2006 - July 2009 (extended to May 2010)
Web-site
Summary
VETNET Lifelong Learning Network (LLN) is a national network of veterinary schools, universities and colleges committed to providing opportunities for students on vocational courses to progress into and through veterinary-related higher education. VETNET LLN aims to:
- produce a comprehensive qualification map to clarify existing animal and veterinary-related courses available across the country
- work closely with institutions to develop curricula that will allow vocational learners to progress smoothly into veterinary and animal science-related degree courses
- establish progression agreements between institutions across the network that clarify progression routes for vocational learners into higher education
- compile a catalogue of career and professional development opportunities for those working in the animal and veterinary sectors.
VETNET LLN also works with the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons, British Veterinary Nursing Association and Lantra (the Sector Skills Council for the land-based industries).
It will provide a national spine linked to local partnerships and giving a focus for key initiatives. The LLN includes not just veterinary practice, but also animal care and welfare, and various professions allied to veterinary practice, such as veterinary nursing, veterinary technicians, and technologists and physiotherapists.
Last updated 28 November 2007