DVClinSc scholarship: Equine Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation
- Enrolment status
- Future UQ student
- Student type
- Domestic, International
- Study level
- Postgraduate research (HDR)
- Study area
- Agriculture and animal sciences, Science and mathematics
- Scholarship focus
- Academic excellence
- Funding type
- Living stipend, Tuition fees
- Scholarship value
- $50,291 per annum, indexed annually
- Scholarship duration
- 3.5 years with the possibility of 1 extension in line with UQ and RTP Scholarship Policy
- Number awarded
- May vary
- Applications open
- 11 March 2024
- Applications close
- 6 May 2024
About this scholarship
Supervisor: Professor Ben Ahern
The offered position is a 3.5 year program which includes intensive clinical training in Large Animal Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation through a formal residency program, and research-by-thesis training leading to the award of a Doctor of Veterinary Clinical Science (DVClinSc).
The clinical training component of the DVClinSc program involves clinical work and training. A large component of this component will be via industry placement at the largest performance horse veterinary practice in Australia - Randwick Equine Centre. Approximately 2/3rds of the clinical components of this program will be undertaken at REC and 1/3rd at UQ. The program will be supported by ACVSMR diplomates at both locations and regular collaborated zoom rounds / journal clubs etc.
The program provides active on-site supervision by registered veterinary specialists and highly qualified clinical researchers. Residents participate fully in the day to day activities of Equine Specialist Hospital and REC, including all facets if Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation management of inpatient and outpatient cases. Residents participate in the training of veterinary students and the provision of continuing professional development to veterinary practitioners. Residents will undertake 3 mth long rotations at either UQ (clinical), UQ (research) or REC (clinical) with an effort to minimize travel requirements between the 2 sites.
On successful completion of the program candidates will be awarded the Doctor of Veterinary Clinical Science (DVClinSc) degree.
Candidates who successfully complete the program will also be expected to be eligible to apply to sit American College of Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation certifying examinations.
The program includes additional financial support contributing to research costs and to travel costs for students to attend relevant conferences or training opportunities. Externship costs are not covered by the program.
Research environment
The research-by-thesis component of the DVClinSc provides students with an opportunity to develop and enhance analytical and research skills through independent investigation in a specific field related to the residency subject discipline. Candidates will be provided with the equivalent of two semesters of dedicated time free from clinical work to allow completion of research activities during their DVClinSc program. Candidates are expected to participate in research activities on a part-time basis during other periods in the program.
The research topic will be related to sports medicine and rehabilitation and influenced by the student's interests and the available research ongoing in the field. The UQ ESH has an array of research topics available for the student to explore.
Eligibility
You're eligible if you meet the entry requirements for a higher degree by research.
How to apply
Before submitting an application you should:
- check your eligibility for a Doctor of Veterinary Clinical Science
- prepare your documentation
- contact Professor Ben Ahern (b.ahern@uq.edu.au) to discuss your suitability for this scholarship
You apply for this scholarship when you submit an application for a Doctor of Veterinary Clinical Science. You don't need to submit a separate scholarship application.
When you apply, please ensure that under the scholarships and collaborative study section you:
- Select ‘My higher degree is not collaborative’
- Select 'I am applying for, or have been awarded a scholarship or sponsorship'.
- Select ‘Other’, then ‘Research Project Scholarship’ and type in ‘EQUINE SPORTS-AHERN’ in the 'Name of scholarship' field.
Selection criteria
Your application will be assessed on a competitive basis.
We take into account your:
- previous academic record
- publication record
- honours and awards
- employment history
You will demonstrate academic achievement in the field/s of veterinary science and the potential for scholastic success.
A background or knowledge of sports medicine and rehabilitation is highly desirable.
Rules
A domestic part-time student with carer’s responsibilities, a medical condition or a disability, which prevents them from studying full time may be eligible for scholarship consideration, on a case by case basis.