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BSc (Hons) Equine Management

UCAS Code: D490 (business pathway) or D491 (science pathway)

UCAS Score: 240


Programme Manager: Dr Andrew Hemmings

Telephone: 01285 652531 Ext: 2309

This honours degree course, which features a 20-week work placement in year two, has been developed to produce graduates who are equipped to take advantage of the exciting opportunities available in the expanding UK equine industry.

Enhanced by our impressive knowledge base and extensive industry contacts, this course instils the scientific and entrepreneurial skills required to develop products and businesses within a broadening market place.

Course structure

After a generic year one, you will be able to tailor your learning to reflect a business or science emphasis, whilst gaining relevant vocational skills and industry contacts during your employment placement in the second year.

Year three provides the opportunity to choose four ‘elective’ modules from an extensive suite and an honours project topic, making this a truly flexible study option.

Year One

Year Two

Year Three

Equine Evolutionary Anatomy

Rural Business Enterprise

World Agricultural Developments

Soil and Environmental Science

Equine Finance and Taxation

Practical Skills for Business Managers

The Business Environment

Equine Grassland Management

Equine Industry Developments

Animal Science 1

Equine Production

Honours Research Project

Equine Science 1

Equine Law

Advanced Equine Business Management
Equine Industry Sandwich Placement (20 weeks)

 
Personal Development Planning    
Business Finance 2 x Electives 4 x Electives

Click here to view the extended course structure.

What you need to join the course

UCAS score of 240 points or more, normally from subjects passed at A2 level. A science subject (i.e. Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, etc) is desirable. We will also accept AS points from subjects additional to those studied to A2 level in order for candidates to meet the tariff for entry. Required UCAS points are occasionally subject to change. You should also have achieved GCSE passes at Grade C or above in English and Mathematics.

Alternative entry routes are available if you have other qualifications, including a Diploma, AVCE, GNVQ, overseas qualifications and prior experience; although entry is subject to approval by the programme managers and admissions staff.

Career prospects

We have an unsurpassed employment record. In fact, our students have been entering responsible positions in the equine industry for more than a decade. There now exists a network of employers who recognise the superior quality of the RAC education.

Career opportunities include management positions within developing agricultural and equine enterprises specialising in marketing, production and finance. Science-orientated graduates will gain the skills and knowledge to drive technological innovation within industries underpinning equine sports, education, welfare, and bloodstock.