MRes Equine Science at Aberystwyth University

This MRes combines a year-long supervised equine science research project with taught elements on reproduction, anatomy, immunology, nutrition and genetics of the horse. Aberystwyth is the longest-established UK provider of equine higher education and has its own equine teaching yard and a licensed equine research yard.

Department: Department of Life Sciences  |  Duration: 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Aberystwyth, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Students complete a 120-credit research dissertation (A and B) and taught modules chosen from Equine Nutrition, Equine Reproductive Physiology and Breeding Technology, Understanding Equine Action: from Anatomy to Behaviour, Animal Breeding and Genetics, Infection and Immunity, Hot Topics in Parasite Control, Field and Laboratory Techniques and Statistical Concepts, Methods and Tools.

Career pathways

Graduates work in the equine industry on horse health and welfare, in research and development, and in the wider veterinary, animal and biological sciences; many progress to PhDs or Veterinary Medicine.

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