Training & Events

External training courses

The Institute runs a number of annual courses for external people who are associated with the health of farm animals.

The Poultry Health Course takes place at Compton Laboratory in February-March, and lasts for two weeks (nine days of lectures and demonstrations).

Pirbright Laboratory hosts three courses, in Spring, dedicated to the diagnosis of: foot-and-mouth disease; bluetongue; and capripox.

Internal training

The training of scientists, laboratory and animal technicians, and staff throughout the Institute e.g. in Estates & Facilities, Farm, Finance, Human Resources, is a major part of the remit of the Institute, providing skilled personnel not only for the Institute but also for the country as a whole, and for overseas. All staff are offered training to help them to realise their potential.

Research students

Each year we take on number of graduates who do research towards a higher degree by research. Information about studentships and all job opportunities can be found at Jobs and Studentships.