This comprehensive course covers all aspects of Equine Science to provide students with the key knowledge and skills to enter the equine science industry. During the final year there are three optional modules to choose one from, which will allow students to tailor this year to their specific interests.
From exciting new developments in equine microbiology, nutrition and reproduction through to advances in biotechnology; if you aspire to a career in equine science, research or clinical practice, then our BSc (Hons) in Equine Science is the course for you. Offering a rich and varied syllabus that explores equine science from both clinical and welfare perspectives, the course facilitates the development of real world professional skills and knowledge essential to those wishing to work in a clinical or scientific context. Whilst focusing on equine systems, the modules taught are specifically designed to deliver competence in transferable skills with relevance to a wide range of biological and animal science career paths.
This course is validated in partnership with Coventry University.
Course Details - Modules
Modules may include
Year 1 – Level 4
Mammalian Anatomy and Physiology
Equine Industry
Principles of Equine Science
Equine and Human Nutrition
Applied Equine Management
Academic Study Skills, Employability and T-Shaped (ASSET)
Year 2 - Level 5
Research Design and Analysis
Equine Exercise Physiology
Equine Reproduction and Management
Equine Behaviour, Ethics and Welfare
Equine Health and Disease
Applied Equine Biomechanics
Year 3 – Level 6
Dissertation
Sports Injury and Rehabilitation
Veterinary Science
Contemporary Issues in Equine Science
Optional Modules
Elite Athletic Performance
Alternative Therapy in Veterinary Medicine
Advanced Equine Nutrition
For further details about this course, please refer to the programme specification here:
https://blob.wcg.ac.uk/pdf/hepdf-ncd70594-6462eb002841c27e8f7bdb618e678f99.pdf
We regularly review our course content, to make it relevant and current for the benefit of our students. For these reasons, course modules may be updated, please contact us for the latest information.
Course Details – Assessment Method
Each module will have its own specific assessment profile and may consist of coursework or examination.
Modules are assessed using a variety of assessment methods (case studies, reports, presentations, practicals etc) to allow for you to develop a range of skills related to the subject area and to help you build confidence in the subject and in yourself.
Course Details – Professional Bodies
Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.
How to Apply
26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application Codes
Course code:
D323
Institution code:
W25
Campus Name:
Moreton Morrell College
Campus code:
Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
This may be derived from a Level 3 qualification in a related subject or A Levels, ideally including one Science subject.
Entry requirements are for guidance only. We welcome students with equivalent qualifications and combinations. Please contact us to discuss further.
Applicants will normally be expected to have some prior equine handling experience.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.
English language requirements
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Unistats information
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Fees and funding
England
8735.0
Year 1
Northern Ireland
8735.0
Year 1
Scotland
8735.0
Year 1
Wales
8735.0
Year 1
EU
11450.0
Year 1
International
11450.0
Year 1
Additional Fee Information
Placement year (full-time route only): £590 (United Kingdom)
Please visit our website at the following link to view course fees.
https://wcg.ac.uk/page/180/he-fees-and-financial-support
Provider information
Warwick New Road
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Leamington Spa
CV32 5JE
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