Course summary
This programme will enable students to develop excellent practical management skills as well as provide sound academic knowledge in order to promote equine health, fitness, and performance in both the commercial and competition settings. What will I study? Year 1: Modules introduce the student to Equine Anatomy and Physiology and Applied Vocational Equine Management and include modules specific to the programme, such as Equine Sports Coaching and Introduction to Sports Science. Students can choose between an elective Equitation* module and studying Equine Nutrition. Students are prepared for study with modules in Academic and Research skills. Year 2: Subjects develop on the first year incorporating valuable topics such as Equine Exercise Physiology and Equine Facility Management. Students complete specialised modules to support working in the Sports Science and Coaching industry including Advanced Equitation*, Advanced Equine Coaching and Rider Health and Fitness. Those students electing not to ride will have the opportunity to study Equine Behaviour and Welfare. Valuable transferable skills are gained in Introductory Research Analysis.
- Option modules will run where there are sufficient student numbers, otherwise an alternative option module may be offered (* denotes ridden elective modules are subject to riding assessments).
- Free training towards BHS Stage Assessments throughout your programme.
- Additional facilities include Science Centre, IT suites, dedicated University Centre, study spaces and social areas, and modern Learning Resources Centre.
- Online Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) used to enhance and facilitate teaching and independent learning on all programmes.
- Experienced, supportive and motivated staff with both academic and industrial experience.
- Our experienced Life Coaches are on hand to help you through your University journey from mentoring and coaching to health, wellbeing and resilience. Learn more about how our Life Coaches can support you: https://www.bishopburton.ac.uk/university-centre/life-skills-team-at-ucbb
- Talks from a range of visiting speakers.
- Opportunities to attend trips to enhance learning.
- Students have access to a range of support through our study skills, and health and wellbeing teams. Further information can be found on our website: https://www.bishopburton.ac.uk/student-life/student-support
- Relevant extra-curricular activity and/or work experience is encouraged of all students in order to enhance learning.
Modules
Year 1 Equine Anatomy and Physiology Academic, Employment and Professional Skills Applied Vocational Equine Management Introduction to Equine Therapy Introduction to Research Skills Option module: Equitation* or Equine Multi-disciplinary Team (*Ridden elective modules are subject to riding assessments. Option modules will run where there are sufficient student numbers, otherwise an alternative option module may be offered.) Equine Industry and Event Management Year 2 Exercise Physiology Equine Facility Management Equine Therapeutic Modalities and Ground Schooling Option Module: Advanced Equitation* or Equine Behaviour and Welfare (*Ridden elective modules are subject to riding assessments. Option modules will run where there are sufficient student numbers, otherwise an alternative option module may be offered.) Introductory Research Analysis Equine Reproductive Physiology
Assessment method
The programme will incorporate a variety of assessment methods across each academic year. The mix of assessments will seek to challenge and evaluate your knowledge, understanding and skills. Assessments for this programme may include written assignments, time constrained assessments, logbooks/portfolios, practical assessments, seminars and presentations, project-based assessments and examinations. Tutors provide support for assessments in class. There will also be opportunity for formative assessment and feedback during the delivery of each module to monitor learning, and to support and prepare you for the summative assessments which make up the module. Feedback on your summative assessments will be given which will allow you to guide efforts and activities in subsequent modules. Staff aim to return assessed work within a 20 working day timeframe (not including holidays) so that you can most benefit from the feedback.
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.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
This course may be available at alternative locations, please check if other course options are available
International applicants
University Centre Bishop Burton and Riseholme College welcome applicants from overseas. You will need to be issued with a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) to apply for your student visa to the UK. You will need to pay your course fees in full prior to a CAS being sent to you. In order for us to process this and for us to comply with our duties as a Sponsor we are required to check other aspects of your application, for example your financial status. For more details please visit www.bishopburton.ac.uk/student-life/international-students
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 72 points
A level - E - A
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMP
Access to HE Diploma
Life and/or experience of non-traditional students will be taken into account when considering applications. The successful completion of an entry task may be required when considering applications without the required formal entry qualifications. Advanced entry may be possible due to prior experience or certificated learning; applicants will be invited to complete the recognition of prior learning approval process.
Additional entry requirements
Other
GCSE English at grade C/4 or above. Suitable reference
English language requirements
If first language is not English, or a Tier 4 student visa to study is required and GCSE grade C/4 English or equivalent is not held, English language proficiency level such as International English Language Testing System (IELTS) 6.0 overall (with a minimum 5.5 in each skill) will need evidencing.
Student Outcomes
There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
England | £5966 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £5966 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £5966 | Year 1 |
Wales | £5966 | 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
University Centre Bishop Burton
Bishop Burton
Beverley
HU17 8QG