University Centre Reaseheath has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
If you are you interested in pursuing a career in equine science from a behavioural and welfare perspective, then this one-year top-up degree is for you. In your studies you will explore the advances in equine science with a particular focus on equine welfare and behaviour. With guidance from our expert staff, you will develop a critical understanding of factors affecting equine behaviour and examine a wide range of modification techniques and interventions. In doing so, you will also consider the ethical and welfare considerations of behavioural issues and explore, more broadly, the implications of using equines in modern society. Course Features:
- Physical rehabilitation techniques
- Behaviour changes and training
- Biomechanics and gait analysis
- Data collection using the latest technology
- Opportunity to work towards current British Horse Society qualifications
- Field and industry visits
- Expert industry guest speakers
- Physical rehabilitation & therapy
- Equine education
- Equine welfare field officer
- Rehabilitation officer/manager
- Equine science – advocacy & communication
- Equine Science – policy advisory
Modules
Dissertation Advanced Equine Welfare and Ethics Equine Clinical Behaviour Recent Advances in Equine Sciences Advances in Complementary Therapy* Animal Assisted Interventions* *optional modules
Assessment method
Assessments are designed to encourage both academic skills and skills valued in the workplace. They include a combination of coursework and examinations. Coursework may take many forms including: essays, reports, data processing, case studies, consultations, presentations, academic posters, seminar discussions, patient history assessments, critical reviews, portfolios of evidence and practical competency assessments. The examinations vary, depending on the nature of the module, but may take the form of essays, case study assessments and data handling questions. The balance of assessment by examination and assessment by coursework depends to some extent on the optional modules you choose. The approximate percentage of the course assessed by coursework and examination is as follows: Year 1 65% coursework 35% written exams
How to apply
31Jan
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:
- DD60
- Institution code:
- R14
- Campus name:
- University Centre Reaseheath
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
Applicants are required to gain 120 credits from a Level 5 qualification (HND, Foundation Degree, Diploma of Higher Education) in an equine related discipline.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
https://ucreaseheath.ac.uk/ucr-courses/bsc-hons-in-applied-equine-behaviour-and-welfare-top-up/
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £13000 | Year 1 |
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
| International | £13000 | 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
Student can expect costs to be in the region of £300, to include PPE of an approved riding hat, riding boots, gloves, and a good waterproof coat (without a hood) as well as navy blue jodhpurs and navy-blue polo shirt.
Prices of equipment are subject to change dependent on retailer.
Provider information
University Centre Reaseheath
Reaseheath
Nantwich
CW5 6DF