What makes this course unique?
This degree provides an exciting platform to gain a Level 5 qualification and the opportunity to ‘top‑up’ onto the BSc Equestrian Performance and Business Management degree.
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 if you choose to top-up to a full BSc for year 3.
Qualification: Level 5
Level of Study: Undergraduate
Duration: 2 years
UCAS Code: D422
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 Health and Welfare
- Scientific Principles in Equitation
- Equine Biological and Functional Anatomy
- Industrial Experience
- Academic Skills
YEAR TWO – GET JOB-READY
- Equine Nutrition
- Equine Reproductive Physiology and Genetics
- Equine Media and Entrepreneurship
- Equitation Science and Coaching
- Industrial Development
- Equine Business and Marketing
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: Two A Levels including one at grade C or above, including a minimum of grade C in a science subject
BTEC Extended Diploma: MMP
City & Guilds Advanced Technical Ext. Diploma (1080): MMP in an
appropriate pathway
BTEC Diploma: MM
City & Guilds Advanced Technical Extended Diploma (720): MM in an appropriate pathway
T Levels: Pass in a relevant subject
Access to HE: satisfactory pass in a relevant Access course with 74 tariff points, with 24 credits at merit or above including 12 credits in science‑based units
International Baccalaureate: Appropriate IB Certificates considered
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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