electives and selectives

Jun 24, 2015

What is the penalty if I have declared my focus area and I would like to change it to a different focus area?

Students who switch from one focus area to another will be given priority behind other students in that focus area. The last date a student can switch focus areas is September 15, third year. Changing focus areas is not encouraged and must be approved by the Office of Academic Affairs. 

Jun 24, 2015

Can I register for a course requiring Instructor Permission prior to receiving permission ?

No. You must have written permission from the instructor present in order to register for a course that requires instructor permission. Please bring this with you in printed form. You can print a faculty email and/or receive written permission from the faculty member. 

Jun 24, 2015

Should I obtain Instructor Permission for courses that are not my first choice?

Definitely. As selectives are competitive, many of your top choices could be gone once you register. It is better to have permission and not need it then to need permission and not have it. 

Jun 24, 2015

Can I switch courses after registration?

No. Selectives are often small, intimate experiences, and seats are at a priority. If you vacate a seat, it might mean a course not making, someone not being able to take that course that you occupied or create a domino effect. This is why it is essential to be ready for backup options during registration… 

Jun 24, 2015

How many credits of selectives do I need?

It is mandatory that each student earn 12 selective credits before they begin their fourth year clinical rotations. Therefore, each student needs to take (2 credits) of selectives each semester during the first, second, and third years. 

Jun 24, 2015

Can I earn selective credit for extramural experiences in the summer and break?

No, students may not pursue more than (2 credits) of selectives in a semester, and these must be completed during selective weeks with the exception of NCSU faculty sponsored international trips and Professional Meetings. If a student completes an international extramural experience in the summer (with prior approvals, etc), he or she can apply for… 

Jun 24, 2015

What are professional meetings?

There are a wide variety of professional meetings, conferences, and conventions that veterinary related associations conduct each year. DVM students are invited to attend these meetings and may be eligible to get credit for their attendance. Students must follow the Professional Meeting Guidelines set forth here in order to receive credit for their attendance at a professional… 

Jun 24, 2015

What is an extramural experience?

An extramural experience is when a student sets up a visit with an outside veterinarian or a practice/clinic to gain further clinical skills. Students do not have to have a practice experience arranged before registering but must complete the extramural registration form with signatures and turn in to Student Services at least one month prior… 

Jun 24, 2015

Why do we register for selectives so early?

Selective registration occurs early so that instructors can commit to their schedules, finalize their selective budgets and acquire the appropriate textbooks and/or supplies for the selective. 

Jun 24, 2015

Do the selectives have course descriptions?

Yes. Each year a selective catalog is created. The selective catalog can be viewed online.