The Programme

This two year programme in Equine Studies covers a wide variety of equine topics to provide a challenging and demanding area of study. It provides an in-depth overview of the equine industry with respect to the scientific, theoretical and practical aspects of horse management, equitation and performance.

What You Study

• Equine Anatomy and Physiology
• Applied Equine Nutrition
• Equitation and Equine Management
• Equine Event Management
• Work-Based Learning
• Personal and Professional Development
• Equine Sports Physiology
• Equine Reproductive Physiology
• Equitation, Coaching and Equestrian Management
• Equine Behaviour and Welfare
• Equine Health and Medicine

Special Features

Equitation skills are built into the programme and will allow students to progress their theoretical and practical knowledge and experience within this sector. British Horse Society qualifications are embedded within the equitation modules allowing students the opportunity to train, prepare and achieve them. Students are encouraged to study and advance through the BHS examinations system that are held regularly at the College.

People who take this course could go on to

Subject to successful completion, students may progress onto the BSc (Hons) in Equine Studies. Graduates may wish to take up employment opportunities in a wide range of equine related roles. Both academic and learning skills are transferable to other careers outside that of the equine industry.

Entry Requirements

Successful applicants are normally expected to have a minimum of 120 UCAS points at Advanced Level (60 at A2) or Level 3 Extended Diploma or Equivalent plus satisfactory reference plus other any specific criteria agreed at validation. Life experience will also be taken in to account when considering applications from mature students. In the interests of widening participation admissions tutors have discretion to admit applicants with lower qualifications if they can show that they are likely to be successful on the course and an admissions assessment may be used in certain circumstances.

How to Apply

Apply for the full-time course through UCAS using code D495.Entry onto the part-time course is by direct application to the College 0800 731 8281.

Duration

3 years part-time