29Nov
UndergraduateRoyal Agricultural University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
This top-up programme focuses on the themes of breeding, training, health, welfare and nutrition for all performance horses. You will also study bloodstock industry specialist modules, which allow you to explore the unique nuances and challenges of this sector. '"The programme equips students with the skills, knowledge, and adaptability needed to contribute meaningfully to the bloodstock industry" Ed Bailey, Ed Bailey Bloodstock Teaching on this programme includes a wide range of industry speakers representing both national and global organisations. This is combined with the latest research in equine science, to produce graduates who can take scientific advancements into industry practices and drive the future of equine performance management. There will be plentiful industry visits and industry leading guest speakers allowing you to learn from the best there is. There will also be an optional study tour to Ireland to explore the Irish bloodstock industry as a comparison to the UK. This route will incur an additional course supplement of £700 to cover the cost of the tour.
Assessment method
The programme has a variety of assessment styles to encourage the application of knowledge in ways appropriate to the industry or to develop core graduate skills. Many of the assessments occurs via coursework or practical assessment rather than traditional examinations. Coursework exercises include (but are not limited to) written essays and reports, practical application of skills, reflective portfolios and oral presentations which may also include using audio visual media. Where examinations are utilised, these may be ‘seen’ scenarios whereby the paper is made available to students 2 weeks before the assessment date or open book where students can take their course notes into the exam room, alongside the more traditional closed book assessments.
How to apply
14Jan
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:
- W639
- Institution code:
- R54
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
https://www.rau.ac.uk/student-life/international-students
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
This programme requires applicants to hold a Level 5 qualification( HND, FdSc or DipHE)
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
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Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
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Provider information
Royal Agricultural University
Stroud Road
Cirencester
GL7 6JS