Journal of Veterinary Science

The Korean Society of Veterinary Science (대한수의학회)
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Perspectives on veterinary education in Thailand

  • Sirirat, Nantavisai (Academic Affairs, Faculty of Veterinary Science, Chulalongkorn University) ;
  • Sirawit, Pagdepanichkit (Department of Veterinary Public Health, Faculty of Veterinary Science, Chulalongkorn University) ;
  • Jutamart, Jattuchai (Academic Affairs, Faculty of Veterinary Science, Chulalongkorn University) ;
  • Chenphop, Sawangmake (Department of Pharmacology, Faculty of Veterinary Science, Chulalongkorn University) ;
  • Nan, Choisunirachon (Department of Veterinary Surgery, Faculty of Veterinary Science, Chulalongkorn University) ;
  • Sonthaya, Tiawsirisup (Veterinary Parasitology Unit, Department of Veterinary Pathology, Faculty of Veterinary Science, Chulalongkorn University) ;
  • Sanipa, Suradhat (Department of Veterinary Microbiology, Faculty of Veterinary Science, Chulalongkorn University)
  • Received : 2022.04.22
  • Accepted : 2022.09.01
  • Published : 2022.11.30
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Abstract

Veterinary education is the foundation of veterinary services in the country. Starting from the service sector in the army, veterinary education and practice in Thailand have been standardized and progressed toward international veterinary standards. The 6-year Doctor of Veterinary Medicine core curriculum is deployed to develop the curriculum for each Veterinary Education Establishment (VEE). The challenges for veterinary education and practices reflect the country's expectations of veterinary services. With regional and global collaboration, the VEEs have been developing tools and learning platforms for delivering qualified veterinary graduates that fit fast-growing society needs.

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Acknowledgement

The authors thank the working group of the Thai Veterinary Dean Consortium (TVDC) for providing the Veterinary Education Establishments (VEEs)' information.

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