Equine Science BSc (Hons)

THE COURSE

This broad-based equine science course provides an in-depth specialist understanding of the horse through study of the applied scientific principles and practice of horse management.

The programme seeks to provide a stimulating and challenging experience for students wishing to gain scientific knowledge alongside valuable practical experience in order to promote the health, welfare and performance of the equine athlete.

Graduates will be equipped with a range of current scientific knowledge and skills that will allow them to enter a wide variety of scientific and technological based careers both within the equine industry and wider areas, in a national and international context.

PROGRESSION

Many students choose to complete a post-graduate qualification such as a masters degree, to extend their knowledge of equine science or focus on an area of specialist scientific knowledge.

CAREERS

Students can gain positions within the wide area of the application of equine science to horse health, disease diagnosis and equine management to include laboratory work in veterinary related areas.

Students may find employment in a veterinary diagnostic laboratory, equine product development and sales or as equine nutritionists. Positions as lecturers and researchers are also possible, some need relevant post-graduate qualification.