Course summary
Why choose this degree?
- Excellent facilities, expert teaching, strong links with industry and small class sizes.
- Take your equine knowledge to the next level with this specialist postgraduate programme.
- Develop research expertise relevant to industry using extensive laboratory, performance analysis and BHS-approved Equine Centre facilities.
- Access fantastic facilities such as the Rider Performance Studio and Racewood Eventing Simulator.
- The effect of Handedness and Footedness on Postural Asymmetries in Amateur Dressage Rider at Trot and Canter on a Simulator
- Contemplating the Five Domains: UK Horse Owner Perceptions of Equine Welfare
- The potential impact of female body shape on rider posture and scores received from dressage judges
- Equine (Equus caballus) social network construction within small domestic groups
Modules
• Equestrian Training • Equestrian Performance • Applied Animal Behaviour Science • Research Methods • Research Project
Assessment method
Units are assessed by a mix of coursework, practical assessments, exams, case studies and project work. Emphasis is placed on the development of critical evaluation and research skills with the use of formative assessments throughout the programme of study. Developmental feedback will enable you to widen the range of your academic skills as you progress through the programme.
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
How to apply
International applicants
We welcome applications from international students. For further details on the English language requirements, visa requirements and student life, please see our website https://www.sparsholt.ac.uk/international/.
Entry requirements
BSc (Hons) in a Science-related programme at 2:2 or above For more information about this course please email Natalie Stones on [email protected]
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 7 | Overall score of 7.0 with minimum scores of 6.5 in any of Speaking, Reading, Writing and Listening (CEFR C1) www.ielts.org/about-ielts/ielts-for-migration/united-kingdom |
| PTE Academic | 76 | Overall score of 76 with a minimum score of 76 in Speaking, Reading, Writing and Listening (CEFR C1) www.pearsonpte.com/selt-tests/pte-academic-ukvi https://pearsonpte.com/ |
| Trinity ISE | Pass | Pass in each of Speaking, Reading, Writing and Listening (CEFR C1) www.trinitycollege.com/qualifications/SELT/UKVI |
We will also accept the following qualifications from International Students: LanguageCert International ESOL SELT (CEFR C1) Minimum scores of 33/50 in Speaking, Reading, Writing and Listening (https://www.languagecert.org/)
Please email [email protected] for details
https://www.sparsholt.ac.uk/international/english-language-requirements/
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Republic of Ireland | £7500 | Year 1 |
| EU | £9250 | Year 1 |
| England | £7500 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £7500 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £7500 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £7500 | Year 1 |
| International | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £7500 | 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
10% discount for Sparsholt undergraduate students progressing directly from their BSc
www.sparsholt.ac.uk/university-centre/additional-costs/
Sponsorship information
University Centre Sparsholt (UCS) will award bursaries of £4,500 to up to four new students each academic year. There is flexibility in how these bursaries can be used, but they are intended to help with the cost of studying in order to make university more affordable. The recipients of the bursaries will continue to receive the same amount for each year of their studies, as long as expectations for attendance and engagement are met. The bursaries are a part of the University Centre's Access and Participation Plan , and therefore priority will be given to students whose backgrounds are traditionally underrepresented among the UCS student body. Further details regarding how to apply will be supplied to all offer holders who have accepted an offer to study with us when they complete their 'Next Steps' registration form in the Summer term.
Provider information
University Centre Sparsholt
Sparsholt
Winchester
SO21 2NF