Horse Management (Business) BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma

The course:

This Extended Diploma has been designed to provide you with the opportunity to gain detailed academic knowledge and understanding of the thriving horse management industry. You will study both pure business and equine-related units, giving you the specialised knowledge needed to pursue a range of careers related to the equine industry.

Please note that there are no riding units on this course.

Year one you will study horse tack and equipment, preparation and presentation of horses for competition and sale, stable and yard management, animal biology, animal feeding, retail merchandising for the land-based sector, horse behaviour and welfare, principles and practices of an equine stud, working horses from the ground, starting a small business.

In year two subjects include animal health, animal anatomy and physiology, work-related experience in the land-based sector, investigative project in the environmental and land-based sector, introduction to the horse racing industry, equine event management and business management in the land-based sector, the business environment and development planning for a career in business.

Academic progression:

When you have successfully completed your BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma Horse Management (Business) you can progress on to  higher education at Foundation degree or full Honours degree dependent on your overall achievement. The BA (Hons) degree in Equine Business Management offered at Hartpury is a popular study option for students who are looking to extend their knowledge further.

Entry Requirements:

For more information please see the General Entry Requirements page