The Programme

The extended Foundation Degree Programme is ideal for mature students who haven

Choose from one of the following subject areas

• Equine Studies D497
• Equine Science D498
• Equine Business Management DN4G
• Equine Therapy and Rehabilitation DDK3
• Equine Sports Coaching DCK6
• Equine Sports Performance DCL6

What You Study

• Preparing for Higher Education
• Information, Communication and Technology
• Introduction to Business Management
• Foundation Science
• Animal Husbandry
• Work Based Learning
• Your Chosen Specialist Foundation Degree

Special Features

These innovative three year courses are a unique way of accessing Higher Education for students that have gone down the non-traditional route. The first year of study is designed to fully prepare students for the final two years of the course at higher education level. Throughout all years of the course strong vocational skills are developed via Work-Based learning modules.

People who take this course could go on to

Subject to a successful completion, students may progress onto the BSc (Hons) in their specified chosen discipline. There are also many opportunities for students to work in the equine industry as centre managers, instructors, practitioners and competition riders. The skills acquired within this programme are also transferable to many other careers.

Entry Requirements

Applicants would normally be expected to have a minimum of 4 GCSE A-C grades and be aged 18 or over. However we do encourage applications from mature students who may not have the formal qualifications but do have life or relevant industrial/commercial experience and/or those returning to study who wish to prepare for Higher Education learning.

How to Apply

Apply through UCAS using code under subject area.

Duration

Part-time study may be available