What makes this course unique?
Gain the 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 in year 3.
Qualification: Level 6
Level of Study: Undergraduate
Duration: 3 years
UCAS Code: D426
Institution Code: S34
What you’ll learn
The course 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
YEAR ONE – SOLID FOUNDATIONS
- Equitation
- Principles of the Equine Industry
- Equine Biological and Functional Anatomy
- Equine Health and Welfare
- Scientific Principles of Equitation
- Industrial Experience
- Academic Skills
YEAR TWO – GET JOB-READY
- Equine Nutrition
- Equine Reproductive Physiology and Genetics
- Equine Ethology and Welfare
- Equitation Science and Coaching
- Statistics and Research Methods
- Industrial Development
- Equine Exercise Physiology
YEAR THREE – EMBRACE CHALLENGE
- 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
A Level: Three A Levels including two at grade C or above, including a minimum of grade C in a science subject
BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM
City & Guilds Advanced Technical Ext. Diploma (1080): DMM in an
appropriate pathway
BTEC Diploma: N/A
City & Guilds Advanced Technical Extended Diploma (720): N/A
T Levels: Merit in a relevant subject
Access to HE: A Merit profile in a relevant Access course with 96 tariff points including a minimum of 15 credits at merit in science based units
International Baccalaureate: 24 points with HL Science at 4
Plus GCSEs in Maths and English at grade 4/C or above or Level 2 Functional Skills in Maths and English.
Access to Higher Education
Thinking about studying a degree but want to build your academic skills first? Our one‑year Access to HE courses can help you get there offering a great platform for mature learners to gain the skills and qualifications needed to continue onto land-based or veterinary sciences degrees in the future.
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