Glen Cousquer, BVM&S, BSc, CertZooMed, MRCVS, graduated from The University of Edinburgh Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies in 1997 after completing a BVM&S degree, together with an honours degree in preclinical veterinary science, focusing on avian respiratory physiology.  He spent time in mixed general practice before specialising in wildlife medicine, working as an RSPCA wildlife veterinary officer.

In 2003, Glen completed a certificate in zoological medicine, developing special interests in avian and wildlife medicine. He gained further experience in zoo, wildlife and exotic animal practice, as well as in small animal practice and emergency medicine. In 2007, Glen returned to The University of Edinburgh to pursue an MSc in Outdoor Education. This led him to develop training programmes for mountain guides that he delivered at the national mountain guide training school in Morocco between 2009-14.

A further MSc in Education Research followed, with a focus on professionalism in the mountaineering professions. Glen’s research interest in the health and welfare of pack animals on expedition led him to develop a doctoral research project on how we know and care for pack mules in the mountain tourism industry.

His academic and research interests include dialogical approaches to establishing communities of practice and inquiry, change theory and practice, animal geographies, animal ethics and philosophy, professionalism and professional practice, responsible and sustainable tourism, and ecological pilgrimage.

Glen is lecturer and MSc programme coordinator in conservation medicine and one health at The University of Edinburgh.