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Learning Preferences of Some Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Students in the Veterinary Program

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  22 July 2015

A.L. Barnes*
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Division of Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences, Murdoch University, Murdoch, Western Australia 6150
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In 1989, a Professional Education Program for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people (PEPA) was established at Murdoch University in Western Australia, to encourage the participation, retention and success of Indigenous Australians in studying for and qualifying as Veterinarians.

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Section A: Teaching and Learning
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Copyright © Cambridge University Press 2000

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