What makes this course unique?
Further your skills, knowledge and awareness of key scientific concepts and in depth understanding of equine welfare needed for a career in this exciting sector, maximising horse welfare and the equine athlete.
Taught by leading industry experts who are passionate about research and inspiring you to drive forward your career. Tailor your learning to your interests and career goals with optional modules and dissertation.
Qualification: Level 6
Level of Study: Undergraduate
Duration: 1 year
UCAS Code: 422D
Institution Code: S34
What you’ll learn
The top-up has been carefully designed to help you build strong scientific knowledge and robust industry awareness to maximise your employability. Lectures revolve around discussions on current industry topics, developments and research, further supporting graduate skills.
Utilise our outstanding onsite facilities and industry relevant research equipment, to develop specialist skills and knowledge to prepare you for a successful transition into employment
Modules
- Contemporary Developments in Equine Research
- Management and Rehabilitation of the Equine Athlete
- Dissertation
- Further Statistics
- Professional Industrial Development
- Equine Veterinary Science
- Performance Horse Nutrition (optional)*
- Equine Reproductive Technologies (optional)*
*subject to demand
How you’ll be assessed
Support from your tutors throughout your programme of study will help to develop your skills and knowledge, and you will be assessed using a wide range of formats including written reports, presentations, written exams, oral assessments, case study reviews, business proposals and laboratory reports.
How you’ll be taught
Contact time: Three days per week plus independent study time.
Entry requirements
FdSc or HND in Equine Studies or related subjects
Plus GCSEs in Maths and English at grade 4/C or above or Level 2 Functional Skills in Maths and English.
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