Current active course description (last updated 2026/27)
Introduction to Veterinary Legislation and Work Ethics
BIO1028
Current active course description (last updated 2026/27)
Introduction to Veterinary Legislation and Work Ethics
BIO1028
The subject covers the legal and ethical frameworks for the animal care profession.
The main topics include:
- laws and regulations
- administrative bodies relevant to animal health professionals
- professional ethical rules
- professional group collaboration, and communication with clients and other professional groups
- workplace health, safety, and environment
The course is only available for students in the programme Joint Bachelor in Animal Science.
Knowledge
The student:
- is familiar with the legal framework for the veterinary profession.
- is aware and can update their knowledge of the relevant administrative bodies in Norway.
- understands the general professional ethical guidelines.
Skills
The student:
- can recognize and discuss questions which may be problematic in the veterinary profession.
- can communicate with other professional fields about ethical issues concerning animals.
General competence:
The student:
- can reflect about the veterinary professions role in society, with knowledge about the Norwegian legislations.
- can discuss the legal and work ethical issues, concerning animals and the animal health profession.
- has insight about the veterinary history and the development of the profession, promoting good practice.
No tuition fees. Semester fees and cost of course literature apply.
Theory
Compulsory
Lectures, group work, discussions and seminars.
Evaluation using mid-term and final surveys. Students are also encouraged to participate in the national quality surveys.
Composite assessment (SV): pass / fail
Mandatory participation (OD): seminars with presentation. Approved / not approved
Coursework requirement (OP): assignment, group. Pass / fail
Both elements must be approved for the course to be passed.
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