Equine Management (top-up) BSc (Hons)

Qualification

BSc (Hons)

This programme is designed for students who have completed an HND or Foundation degree in an equine-related subject and wish to ‘top-up’ to an Honours degree.

Studying at Hartpury

The programme will build upon the learning experience you gained during your previous course. Core modules will provide a ‘backbone’ to ensure all students gain key skills and knowledge. There may also be some optional modules, allowing you to tailor the programme to meet your individual interests and career aspirations.

Teaching on the majority of the modules will consist of a mixture of formal lectures, group seminars or practical sessions, utilising our extensive range of on-site facilities and academic expertise. You will be expected to prepare for sessions by undertaking research around the subject areas.

There is a variety of assessment methods used, including oral presentations, poster presentations, written reports, and research projects as well as exams and assignments. This ensures every learning style is catered for and all graduates leave with a range of skills, as well as knowledge applicable to the work place.

Areas of study

Level 3

• Dissertation
• Developments in Equine Science
• Equine Event Organisation
• Applied Business Management

Plus a choice of modules to suit individual students and their career paths focusing on Equine Behaviour, Therapy, Nutrition, Performance and Management.

Entry requirements

An HND or Foundation degree in an equine science or management-related subject is required. If you have not completed a suitable module in statistics and research methods, you will be expected to pick this up in Semester One to support completion of the Dissertation module.

Programme overview

UCAS code

BSc (Hons) – DNKL

Programme length

BSc (Hons) – one year full-time

Part-time option

Yes

Work experience opportunity

No

Careers

Upon graduation you will be able to take up positions in a wide variety of occupations within the relevant equine-related industries. Throughout your time at Hartpury you will have access to careers advice and individual tutorial support, which will assist you in tailoring your module choices towards your specific career interests. You could also progress on to further study including Master’s and PhDs.

Enquiries will be dealt with on an individual basis, so please contact us for information regarding these courses. We can then offer specific advice and support.

<< Back