**Get ahead by completing an undergraduate and postgraduate level qualification in four years. Youll study a range of equine science topics, underpinned by up-to-the-minute research and industry developments. Youll benefit from leading academic and industry expertise and outstanding facilities.**
Combining theory with practice on this applied science degree, youll make use of our outstanding facilities, including our equine therapy centre, industry-standard science labs and horses, all onsite. You’ll hear from leading industry and research experts and strengthen your learni...
**Get ahead by completing an undergraduate and postgraduate level qualification in four years. Youll study a range of equine science topics, underpinned by up-to-the-minute research and industry developments. Youll benefit from leading academic and industry expertise and outstanding facilities.**<br/><br/>Combining theory with practice on this applied science degree, youll make use of our outstanding facilities, including our equine therapy centre, industry-standard science labs and horses, all onsite. You’ll hear from leading industry and research experts and strengthen your learning through practical application and field trips.<br/><br/>Throughout the course, you can expect to gain a thorough understanding of how the horse functions and the impact of exercise. After your first year, you’ll be able to tailor your studies with optional modules. Youll study topics such as nutrition, health and disease and breeding, with the option to delve deeper into biomechanics, therapy and rehabilitation, and behaviour as well.<br/><br/>Your first two years will follow the standard BSc route. You’ll then begin integrating master’s level modules into your learning. Your final MSci year will be dedicated to master’s-level study only, culminating in a significant research project, focused on a topic of your choice.<br/><br/>All you need is a passion for horses and the drive to develop knowledge through research within the equine industry.
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Sandwich
Duration
5 Years
Start Date
09/2025
Campus
Main Site
29 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
D336
Institution Code
H22
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 4
128
128 UCAS tariff points, to include a science.
128 UCAS tariff points from at least two Highers, to include a science at C or above. You must have completed two years study at Higher Level.
128 UCAS tariff points in an Access to Higher Education Diploma. This must include nine level 3 credits at Merit or above in a science.
128 UCAS tariff points in an IB Diploma, from at least two Highers at H4 or above. This must include a science.
DDM
DDM in an Extended Diploma in a relevant subject.
128 UCAS tariff points from at least two Highers, to include a science at H3 or above.
A,B,B
ABB or equivalent from at least two full A Levels. This must include a science at grade D or above.
An overall grade of Distinction* in a Science subject. T Level subjects considered are Animal Care and Management (Science Pathway), Healthcare Science and Science. Health will be considered on an individual basis.
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,250 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |