Equine Science (Top-up)

**Why choose this degree?**<br/>- Gain the scientific skills and knowledge needed for a career in scientific support and management of the performance horse. <br/><br/><br/>- Be taught by leading **industry experts** who are passionate about delivering and conducting the latest research. <br/><br/><br/>- Access fantastic facilities such as the **Rider Performance Studio** and **Racewood Eventing Simulator**. <br/><br/><br/>- Tailor your learning to your interests and career goals with optional units and dissertation at Level 6. <br/><br/><br/>**What makes UCS special?**<br/>All our Equine Science and Equestrian Performance Management degree combine professional teaching in our BHS-approved Avansce-accredited **Demonstration and Training Equine Centre** with expert staff and cutting-edge teaching resources such as the **Rider Performance Studio**.<br/><br/>The UCS team are all **BHS qualified and Avansce-accredited** and bring their extensive industry experience. The Centre has hosted equine leaders such as the Australian Paralympic Equestrian Team for their **London 2012 pre-Olympic Games training**, research by world-famous equestrian expert **Monty Roberts** and clinics/demonstrations with World Performance Coaches Trainers and Riders such as **Yogi Breisner FBHS** and **Vittoria Panizzon**.<br/><br/>Students are encouraged and supported to undertake their own industry-relevant research, and our staff and students present their research at industry conferences and events.<br/><br/>**What will I learn?**<br/>The programme is designed to prepare you for a career in scientific support and management of the **performance horse**. <br/><br/>You will use the outstanding facilities of the **BHS-approved Equine Centre** as well as fully equipped laboratories to develop the vital skills needed. <br/><br/>At Level 6, optional modules enable you to choose the study path that suits your career aims, with equine science subjects such as Equine Genetics and Reproductive Technologies and Applied Nutrition on offer. <br/><br/>Throughout your course, you will undertake a range of industrial experience and careers development opportunities. A range of offsite visits and guest lectures give yet more industry insight. <br/><br/>**How will I be assessed?**<br/>Tutorial support throughout your programme of study will help you to develop your skills and knowledge, using a varied range of assessments, including written exams, case studies, seminars, investigative reports and oral assessments. <br/><br/>**Where can I go from here?**<br/>You can progress to further study on the **MSc in Equine Behaviour, Performance and Training** or another such as MSc in Veterinary Physiotherapy or PhD programme. Our graduates enjoy a range of careers in equine veterinary nursing, equine behaviour, breeding, nutrition and welfare, laboratorybased research and scientific support of performance horses.