MSc
Equine Science

About this course

• Entry year: 2012/13
• Course code: D23412
• Applications: University
• Level: Postgraduate
• Department: Hartpury College
• Campus: Hartpury College, Gloucester
• Duration: One year full-time taught plus dissertation
• Delivery: Part-time, full-time
• Study Abroad: No

Introduction

The postgraduate programmes in Equine Science consists of taught modules delivered via weekend study blocks. The programmes focus on the performance horse and consider how to maximise performance and career longevity, whilst optimising the horse’s welfare. You are encouraged to apply the knowledge gained through study in this area to apply to an area of personal interest. In fact, you could simply study an area out of interest with no formal assessment. As a postgraduate student of Equine Science, you will have a personal academic tutor to support you in formulating a combination of modules and experiences each year to meet your individual goals and interests. Attendance at our study skills module weekends are also encouraged during the induction period. The friendly, supportive and personal atmosphere here at Hartpury combines with the flexible modular programme to offer a challenging but enjoyable form of postgraduate study.

Structure

Content

• Measuring and Improving Athletic Performance of the Horse and Rider

• Rehabilitation of the Equine Athlete

• Breeding the Performance Horse

• Equine Welfare and Behaviour

 

Programme length

The Postgraduate Certificate is a part time programme, run between September and June of one academic year.

The Postgraduate Diploma in Equine Science can be studied on a full time or part time basis. It can be a one year full time programme or it can be a progression route from the Postgraduate Certificate, in which case it is a one year part time programme. Both options run between September and June of one academic year.

The Masters programme can be studied as a full-time taught programme and completed in a twelve month period (September to August). If this programme is a progression from the Postgraduate Diploma in Equine Science then it will be studied on a part time basis.

Teaching and learning

Traditional lectures will only be one part of your course. You’ll also learn through group and individual presentations and discussions, student-led seminar groups, analysis and application of case studies and experiential learning and simulations. Guest speakers from industry and professional bodies also regularly contribute to the programme. These innovative methods create an environment that is enjoyable, varied and hugely effective.

Special Features

Study facilities

The LRC offers a range of services including an expanding collection of paper-based and online books and journals, exam papers, dissertations, videos/DVDs and industry-relevant magazines and newspapers. Our partnership with the University of the West of England enables all our students to have access to the wider University collections based across campuses in Bristol via the library network.

Equine Science facilities include:

• World Class Championship Arena
• Four Outdoor Arenas (including an 80m x 60m)
• Four Indoor Arenas (including a new international indoor arena)
• CCI */**/CIC *** Cross Country Courses
• Stabling for 230 Horses
• Home Farm Stud
• Equine Veterinary and Therapy Centre including:
• Aquafit Treadmill
• High Speed Treadmill
• Operating Theatre
• Solarium and other Therapy Systems

Careers/further study

Postgraduates may progress to a PhD or find employment in equine/animal science research, lecturing, consultancy or other science-based sectors of the expanding equine industry.

Entry

Entry requirements

We judge all applications on their individual merit, however we are typically looking for:

• 2:2 Honours degree or above in Equine Science or Animal Science

• 2:2 Honours degree or above in a biologically related degree with a supplementary background in the equine field (e.g. BHS)

• Other approved accreditation or professional qualification.

Fees

A number of Graduate Assistant Bursaries are available on each of our postgraduate courses, although numbers are limited. There are no subsidised loans for postgraduates and students are expected to secure funding for themselves through sponsorships, research grants and charitable awards.

How to apply

Hartpury College Central Admissions Department, telephone +44 (0)1452 702132, e-mail Enquire@hartpury.ac.uk.

For further information

• Telephone: +44 (0)1452 702132
• E-mail: enquire@hartpury.ac.uk