Global Applications in One Health & One Welfare

This module allows your to develop and apply research methodologies in veterinary contexts. It includes an online course and exam, which you must pass before starting your research project. You'll design, conduct, and interpret an investigation. You'll then submit a proposal, obtain ethical approval, write a journal article, and present your project, reflecting on your experience.

This module will explore the interaction of ecosystem health with human and animal health and welfare. You will critically analyse ecosystems and their health, and assess human impacts on ecosystems. You'll evaluate their importance for human and animal well-being, understanding their contributions to well-being. You'll also critically appraise the challenges and benefits of managing environmental issues sustainably.

This module explores applying One Health principles globally. You'll analyse emerging zoonotic disease mechanisms and transmission, and evaluate epidemiology and surveillance in health challenges. You'll also appraise theories driving disease emergence, review One Health policy responses, and analyse global research.

This module looks at applying One Welfare principles globally. You'll assess links between human mental health and animal welfare, and analyse connections to domestic violence and neglect. You'll review challenges in managing wild animals, reflect on climate change impacts on welfare, and critically assess global animal welfare research.

This module examines human-animal interactions globally. You'll evaluate the impact of human-animal coexistence on animal welfare, and explore the importance of the human-animal bond for health and community well-being. You'll analyse links between food security, animal welfare, and human well-being. You'll also justify animal use in society considering cultural factors and global challenges.

This module introduces the historical background and core concepts of One Health and One Welfare in a global context. It involves critically analysing their approaches to global challenges, reviewing health and welfare frameworks critically. You also evaluate related published research to draw conclusions accordingly.

This module will help you develop the skills required to lead change in One Health and One Welfare. You'll evaluate psychological principles in behaviour change, and critically review linear and systems approaches. You'll reflect on cross-discipline collaboration, and apply critical thinking to develop research questions in One Health and One Welfare.