BSc (Hons) Equine Science at Nottingham Trent University

Programme overview

A full-time undergraduate degree on the science behind equine care, covering biology, nutrition, behaviour, cognition, disease, welfare, ethics and sustainability in the equine industry. Students work from the first year in a British Horse Society approved Equestrian Centre at Brackenhurst Campus, with riding and non-riding pathways.

Faculty: School of Animal, Rural and Environmental Sciences | Department: Equine Science | Duration: Three years full-time, or four years with a placement year | Intake: September 2027 | Study mode: full-time | Location: Nottingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year one modules include Mammalian Anatomy and Physiology, Equine Nutrition, Academic, Research and Professional Skills, Equine Behaviour and Welfare, Science of Equitation, and Equine Management and Health. Teaching uses lectures, seminars, lab and practical sessions at the Equestrian Centre, field trips and an individual final-year dissertation, with an optional placement year and a six-month exchange in Australia or Canada.

Career pathways

Graduates work in areas from equine nutrition, therapy, research, teaching and journalism to veterinary support and competitive riding and training, in roles such as equine coach, professional rider, groom and veterinary nursing assistant.

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Application information

Entry requirements

UK applicants: standard offer 112 UCAS Tariff points from up to four qualifications including an A-level Science subject or equivalent; contextual offer 104 UCAS Tariff points including a Science subject. Accepted sciences are Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Sports Science / Physical Education; science modules in BTECs and other qualifications are also considered. International applicants: 112 UCAS Tariff points from up to four qualifications including a Science subject (equivalent international qualifications accepted). Riding experience is not essential. English language requirements for international applicants depend on the subject (component scores not stated on the course page).

Intake: September 2027

Duration: Three years full-time, or four years with a placement year

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