ARU Writtle (formally Writtle University College) has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework.These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
Why you should study Equine at WUC…
- You will be able to choose from one of three distinctive specialisms.
- We have invested significantly in our equine facilities to ensure you get hands-on access to specialist resources.
- Our facilities include two large indoor riding arenas, floodlit outdoor ménage, stud resources, bespoke therapy barns, stables, water treadmill, solarium, round pen and oval horsewalker.
- You will study towards a professional qualification on the Equine Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation degree, awarded by Equineenergy.
- You will benefit from lectures, practical sessions and interactive workshops to enhance your learning.
- We have a wide range of scientific and technological equipment that is used to enhance taught sessions, as well as enabling you to conduct original research projects that are relevant to the industry.
- You will benefit from our work with the likes of International Association of Animal Behaviour Consultants (IAABC) to bring you specialist tuition and support during your degree.
- Our research findings have been presented at conferences such as the International Society of Equitation Science, the Universities Federation for Animal Welfare and the British Society of Animal Science.
- Our course team includes experienced practitioners in both McTimoney Animal Therapy, Veterinary Physiotherapy and Equitation Coaching.
- You will have the opportunity to work with World Horse Welfare, assisting in the rehabilitation and training of their rescue horses in preparation for re-homing.
Modules
Specialist modules are as follows: • Training for Performance includes a mix of exercise physiology and equine behaviour. •Grassland and Facilities Management incorporates the science behind the development of the most current equine technologies • Applied and Clinical Nutrition allows students to gain industry standard knowledge about legislation • Four stud specialist options, preparing the student for a career in the breeding industry, incorporating key aspects of stud management, breeding objectives and specialist veterinary and health care and management of the young horse through the developmental stages • Four equitation & coaching modules that develop the student’s riding skills from the coaching perspective • Current Issues in the Equine industry • Equine Computer Applications • Five business based modules, key aspects of business management including the breadth and depth of employment opportunities within the industry.
How to apply
25Jan
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:
- 64D1
- Institution code:
- W85
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 96 points
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMM
Access to HE Diploma
Scottish Higher
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 24 points
Extended Project
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
If you have any questions regarding our entry criteria please email [email protected]
Additional entry requirements
Other
The entry requirements listed represent typical offers for some of the most popular courses. We use the UCAS tariff when making offers and to determine whether you have met the conditions of our offer. Applicants are selected on their individual merits and offers can vary. We have an inclusive Admissions policy which recognises a broad range of qualifications, both academic and vocational and take into account relevant practical skills. Applicants studying a mixture of qualifications (e.g. A Level with BTEC, Advanced Technical Diplomas) are also warmly welcomed. Please contact our undergraduate Admissions Team for further advice on our entry requirements. Telephone: +44 (0)1245 424200 Email: [email protected]
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| EU | £13080 | Year 1 |
| International | £13080 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
ARU Writtle (formally Writtle University College)
Writtle
CM1 3RR