BSc (Hons) Equine Science (Top-up Level 6) at Hartpury University

Programme overview

You’ll join the final year of the BSc (Hons) Equine Science course, building on your previous knowledge. Top-up courses are equivalent to the final year of an undergraduate degree and allow you to 'top-up' an existing qualification into a full honours degree. This course is ideal for applicants who are considering an equine career in a scientific context, including postgraduate study, research, and teaching.

Duration: 1 year full-time; part-time available | Study mode: full-time (top-up, final year entry; part-time available) | Location: Gloucester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This course is comprised of both compulsory and optional modules, which you'll be able to choose from to suit your interests and career goals. You can attend introductory sessions for optional modules before deciding which ones to study. Compulsory modules include Developments in Equine Research, Undergraduate Dissertation, Investigative Skills for the Successful Undergraduate, Applied Research Project.

Career pathways

Graduate destinations include Equine Therapy Centre Manager; Nutritionist; Postgraduate study in Equine Science and Equestrian Performance.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A pass at Foundation Degree or HND in an equine science related subject Direct entry into Level 6 can be subject to interview and approval of prior content covered Previous learning towards a university-level qualification or relevant work experience may count as credit for this course

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Full-time undergraduate degree fee (UK, ROI, Crown Dependencies, BOT); integrated placement year charged at 20% of the course fee Source

International applicants: GBP 18,150 a year (2026/27). International equine tuition fee for BSc degrees; integrated placement year charged at 20% of the course fee Source

Duration: 1 year full-time; part-time available

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