Course summary
This programme has been designed for anyone who is interested in the training, behaviour and welfare of horses used for a wide range of purposes, from leisure to international competition. Delivery by a team of experienced professionals with established research in biomechanics, behaviour, psychology and the horse-human relationship, ensures that content is contemporary and encompasses recent advances within industry, whilst allowing exploration of traditional, established and emerging equestrian disciplines alike. Applicants should be interested in investigating all aspects of equitation through objective scientific research to support the horse within all aspects of horse-human interactions. We encourage you to develop your individual abilities and test factual knowledge through a variety of assessment methods including posters, leaflets, practical demonstrations and some written work. This programme will enable you to justify the use of horses for a range of purposes within the industry in which you will be employed. You will gain a detailed understanding of underpinning biology and psychology to support and develop an understanding of the complexities of working with horses. This is through a mixture of taught and practical sessions which are integral to the programme. Riding is offered within the practical day at the on-site Equestrian Centre which is managed by an experienced equitation science postgraduate with many years of industry experience. In addition your personal and professional skills are developed through work-related learning in industry, which is part of the course. There are study tours in both the first and second years to enhance and consolidate your experience which requires an additional financial contribution from each student. Possible Progression (subject to availability) BSc (Hons) Applied Equitation Science final year at Duchy Stoke Possible Careers Equine Behaviour Consultant Trainer Equine Management Researcher Welfare Organisations Equine Charity Rescue Centres Rehabilitation Work Racing Industry Learner and Pastoral Support We pride ourselves on our student focused, friendly and supportive environment. Our dedicated support team are available for regular or ad hoc 1:1 learning or pastoral support needs.
Modules
YEAR 1 Modules - Introduction to Equine Sciences (20 Credits) - Equine Welfare, Industry & Practice (20 Credits) - Equine Business Management (10 Credits) - Research Skills (10 Credit) - Personal & Employability Skills Development (20 Credits) - Principles of Training (20 Credits) - Equid Structure & Function (20 Credits) YEAR 2 Modules - Applied Equine Science (20 Credits) - Principles of Equitation Science (20 Credits) - Equine Health & Rehabilitation (20 Credits) - Contemporary Issues in Equestrianism (20 Credits) - Research Project (20 Credits) - Application of Training Principles (20 Credits)
Assessment method
Assignments, formal examinations, practical exam/s, presentation/s and debate/s.
How to apply
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:
- FETB
- Institution code:
- C78
- Campus name:
- Duchy College Stoke Climsland
- Campus code:
- S
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 48 points
A level - DD
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - PPP
Access to HE Diploma - P: 45 credits
Scottish Higher
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 24 points
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Any other qualifications will be considered upon enquiry/application. Mature applicants with relevant experience but without the stated qualifications will be considered individually and are encouraged to apply. If you have any questions, please contact us: [email protected] or call 01579 372358
Student Outcomes
There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Republic of Ireland | £8600 | Year 1 |
EU | £8600 | Year 1 |
England | £8600 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £8600 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £8600 | Year 1 |
Wales | £8600 | Year 1 |
International | £16500 | Year 1 |
Channel Islands | £16500 | Year 1 |
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
Provider information
Duchy College Stoke Climsland
Callington
Cornwall
PL17 8PB