Course summary
Turn your passion for horses into a successful business career by gaining the essential skills needed to thrive in this commercial world. At ARU Writtle, you’ll develop essential skills in management, leadership, marketing, event planning and sustainable business practices. While your studies will be grounded in the equine sector, the knowledge and experience you’ll gain on this course are designed to be very transferable, opening doors to careers not only in equine business and consultancy but also to the wider business world. In addition, our optional modules enable you to tailor your degree to the areas you're most passionate about, giving you the flexibility to shape your learning around your career goals. Why ARU? Develop essential business skills with specialist equine industry knowledge Learn key professional skills in leadership, project management and research Bring the world of work to life through Live Briefs; developed with employers to give you exposure to ‘real world’ problem-solving Gain hands-on experience applying business skills in real-world equine settings while developing your career plan and employability skills Build professional networks by collaborating with industry partners on a range of business-focused projects Join our Equine Academy for elite coaching and bring your horse to university with our DIY livery packages
Modules
Year 1: Academic and Personal Management Skills (20 credits) Biological Concepts (Introduction to Laboratory Skills) (20 credits) Maths for IT and Science (15 credits) Chemistry for Life Sciences (15 credits) Independent (Themed) Project (20 credits) Applied Industry Techniques (30 credits) Year 2: Fundamentals of the Equine Industry Foundations of Equine Science Scientific Approaches to Equine Husbandry and Welfare Integrated Project and Business Management Year 3: Professional Business Project Ruskin Module Research Methods Commercial Influence on Equine Performance Sustainable Approaches to Equestrian Enterprise Financial Management Business Innovation Developing Professional Practice Horse and Rider Development Veterinary Interventions and Diagnostics Year 4: Major Project Strategic Business Leadership Commercial and Digital Marketing Ethical and Sustainable Approaches to Equine Welfare International Intercultural Management The Reflective and Empathetic Entrepreneur Employment Law and Relations Performance Analysis and Advancement Developments in Veterinary Science
Assessment method
You’ll also explore the commercial, ethical and sustainable challenges in equine performance, training, health and management, while developing transferable skills in leadership, strategic business and digital marketing. Your final-year major research project will showcase your expertise and readiness for a career in the equine world or wider business landscape. As part of the Equine Business Management course, students have the opportunity to design and develop innovative horse bags, combining creativity with practical business, marketing, and product development skills.
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:
- D428
- Institution code:
- A60
- Campus name:
- Writtle Campus
- Campus code:
- W
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 32 points
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Student Outcomes
There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
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 |
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
Anglia Ruskin University
East Road
Cambridge
CB1 1PT