Course summary
WHY CHOOSE THIS DEGREE? Join us if you are interested in enhancing your knowledge and skills within equine science and welfare sectors including nutrition, welfare, research, biomechanics and sports performance. Gain the scientific skills and knowledge needed for a career in scientific support and management of the performance horse. Be taught by leading industry experts in outstanding onsite facilities. Access fantastic facilities such as the Rider Performance Studio and Racewood Eventing Simulator. Tailor your learning to your interests and career goals with optional units and dissertation in this one year course. Be taught by leading industry experts who are passionate about delivering and conducting the latest research WHERE CAN I GO FROM HERE? You can progress to further study on the MSc in Equine Behaviour, Performance and Training or another MSc such as MSc in Veterinary Physiotherapy or PhD programme. Our graduates enjoy a range of careers in equine veterinary nursing, equine behaviour, breeding, nutrition and welfare, laboratory based research and scientific support of performance horses. WHAT WILL I LEARN? The programme is designed to prepare you for a career in scientific support and management of the performance horse. You will use the outstanding facilities of the BHS-approved Equine Centre as well as fully equipped laboratories to develop the vital skills needed. The optional modules enable you to choose the study path that suits your career aims, with equine science subjects such as Equine Genetics and Reproductive Technologies and Applied Nutrition on offer. You will engage with industrial experience and careers development opportunities. A range of offsite visits and guest lectures give yet more industry insight.
Modules
LEVEL SIX Dissertation, Management and Rehabilitation of the Equine Athlete, Equine Veterinary Science, Further Statistics, Professional Industrial Development, Contemporary Developments in Equine Research, Performance Horse Nutrition – optional * Equine Reproductive Technologies – optional* *subject to demand
Assessment method
Tutorial support throughout your programme of study will help you to develop your skills and knowledge, using a varied range of assessments, including case studies, seminars, investigative reports and practical sessions.
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
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:
- 422D
- Institution code:
- S34
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
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
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - Not accepted
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - Not accepted
Access to HE Diploma - Not accepted
Scottish Higher - Not accepted
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - Not accepted
Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF) - Not accepted
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - Not accepted
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - Not accepted
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma - Not accepted
OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma - Not accepted
T Level - Not accepted
Diploma of Higher Education, FdSc or HND in a relevant subject, plus GCSE Maths and English at grade C/4 or above (or level 2 equivalents).
Additional entry requirements
Other
GCSE Maths and English @ Grade C/4 or above (or level 2 equivalents)
English language requirements
Test | Grade | Additional details |
---|---|---|
IELTS (Academic) | 6 | Overall score of 6.0 with minimum scores of 5.5 in any of Speaking, Reading, Writing and Listening (CEFR B2) www.ielts.org/about-ielts/ielts-for-migration/united-kingdom |
Trinity ISE | Pass | Pass in each of Speaking, Reading, Writing and Listening (CEFR B2) www.trinitycollege.com/qualifications/SELT/UKVI |
PTE Academic | 60 | Minimum score of 60 or higher in each of Speaking, Reading, Writing and Listening (CEFR B2) www.pearsonpte.com/selt-tests/pte-academic-ukvi |
We will also accept the following qualification: LanguageCert International ESOL SELT - minimum score of 33/50 in each of Speaking, Reading, Writing and Listening (CEFR B2) https://www.languagecert.org/en/uk-visa-exams/study-in-the-uk
Please email [email protected] for details
https://www.sparsholt.ac.uk/international/english-language-requirements/
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 | £4625 | Year 1 |
England | £4625 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £4625 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £4625 | Year 1 |
Wales | £4625 | Year 1 |
Channel Islands | £4625 | 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
Sponsorship information
Sparsholt offers a College Bursary of up to £750 per annum to all eligible students. For further details please see our website https://www.sparsholt.ac.uk/university-centre/fees-and-funding/.
Provider information
University Centre Sparsholt
Sparsholt
Winchester
SO21 2NF