Hartpury University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
Extend your foundation degree or HND to a full BSc (Hons) degree. You will join the final year of the BSc (Hons) Equine Science programme, building on your previous knowledge. This makes the course ideal for applicants who are considering an equine career in a scientific context, including postgraduate study, research, and teaching. Your research project will allow you to explore a topic of your choice in detail with support from your supervisor. You'll evaluate and better understand current equine research, applying this to industry led enquiries, giving you work-ready skills and knowledge. Guest lecturers with industry and research experience will complement your learning, and provide you with networking opportunities in areas you’re interested in. You'll have the opportunity to be involved in on-site research projects or gain an insight into the commercial areas on campus, such as at the Equine Therapy Centre.
Modules
Our modules are developed regularly to reflect student and industry demands, ensuring you’re well prepared to enter skilled employment on graduation. The majority of courses are comprised of both compulsory and optional modules, the latter of which you'll be able to choose from to suit your interests and career goals. Most courses also include work placement learning, to help you gain essential experience for your future. Compulsory and optional modules include: Developments in Equine Research, Undergraduate Dissertation, Investigative Skills for the Successful Undergraduate and Applied Research Project, Equine Sports Medicine, Equine Therapy and Rehabilitation, Applied Equine Biomechanics, Equine Nutrition for Performance, Pharmacology. Optional modules change each year - you can attend introductory sessions before deciding which ones to study. For more information, please visit our website.
How to apply
29Jan
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:
- D836
- Institution code:
- H22
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
We have a strong global community, with students and staff from over 60 countries. Our dedicated International team will support you through every step of your university journey – from initial enquiry to enrolment and graduation. They’ll guide you through living and learning in the UK, making your application, visas, student finance, accommodation and much more. You’ll be welcomed to an International Orientation weekend, where they’ll arrange for you to be collected from your airport on arrival and support you to settle in to university life in your first term. As an international student, you’re guaranteed accommodation in your first year, see website for terms and conditions.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
HND (BTEC) - P
Direct entry into Level 6 can be subject to interview and approval of prior content covered.
Student Outcomes
Operated by the Office for Students
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| EU | £18150 | Year 1 |
| International | £18150 | 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
For full fee details including sandwich year, international tuition fees and additional costs relating to this programme please visit the course page on our website.
Sponsorship information
Studying a degree is a worthwhile investment, providing opportunities and experiences to help you to carve out a rewarding and successful future. We know that accessing funding, in the form of loans, grants, bursaries and scholarships, can make studying a degree possible for many students. Alongside government loans, Hartpury University and our partners offer a range of financial support packages to eligible students applying for our courses. Please visit our student finance page for more information on what’s on offer to help you with your study costs: http://www.hartpury.ac.uk/university/facilities/life-at-hartpury/finance/
Provider information
Hartpury University
Hartpury House
Hartpury
Gloucester
GL19 3BE