Wildlife Forensics: 2-Week Course for Veterinary Students
- South Africa
- Cape Town
About Program
Discover the Wildlife Forensic Academy (WFA) in the stunning Buffelsfontein Game and Nature Reserve, Cape Town, South Africa. Our unique educational programs blend learning with interactive classroom methodologies, hands-on practical opportunities, and in-field case training.
The WFA's expansive 1000-square-meter Experience Laboratory features simulated crime scenes, a courtroom, and a laboratory—all providing a dynamic setting for practical training. Beyond the academy, fieldwork opportunities enrich your learning experience.
What sets us apart is our holistic curriculum, integrating excursions to explore South African wildlife, conservation, and culture. This approach deepens your understanding of wildlife crime and human-wildlife conflict, helping you to come up with solutions.
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Program Highlights
- Gain a comprehensive understanding of theoretical frameworks in Wildlife Veterinary Sciences, Wildlife Forensics, Postmortem, and Crime Investigation through engaging lectures and exercises.
- Obtain practical skills in survival situations, including knowledge of Firearms and Projectiles relevant to veterinary practitioners, enhancing preparedness for situations involving weapons.
- Acquire expertise in conducting Forensic Entomology Analysis, Postmortem Interval Determination, Crime Scene Documentation, Wildlife Veterinary Pharmacology, and Toxicology related to wildlife crimes.
- Learn how to present evidence in a courtroom as well as witness testimonials.
- Be exposed to authentic local South African educational and cultural experiences to enrich your appreciation for nature.
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Location
Cape Town is a port city, the legislative capital of South Africa, the most southern city in all of Africa, and referred to as the "Mother City". It is one of the most multicultural cities in the world, reflecting its role as a major destination for immigrants and expatriates to South Africa.
