Equine Sports Science, BSc (Hons), with industry placement

This course offers a comprehensive understanding of the physiological principles in equine sports science, enabling students to apply these concepts across various equestrian disciplines. It is designed for those seeking to advance their knowledge in the science of horse production, management, and training, while developing practical skills in key scientific areas. Students will be based at the Brackenhurst Campus, benefiting from the extensive Equestrian Centre to build practical and research skills for careers in the equine industry, with options for student livery.The curriculum includes modules such as Mammalian Anatomy and Physiology in Year One, Applied Exercise Physiology in Year Two, and Optimising Performance in the final year, with full details available on the NTU website. Assessment methods comprise coursework (50% in Years 1 and 2, 66% in the final year), written exams (33% in Years 1 and 2, 17% in the final year), and practical evaluations (17% across all years).

Year One

• Mammalian Anatomy and Physiology

• Equine Nutrition

• Academic, Research and Professional Skills

• Equine Behaviour and Welfare

• Science of Equitation

• Equine Management and Health

• Applied Exercise Physiology

• Nutrition for Health and Performance

• Sports Injury

• Research Skills

• Training and Cognition

• Reproduction, Breeding and Genetics

• Optimising Performance

• The Sustainable Equine

• Advances in Rider Performance

• Equine Disease and Diagnostics

• Dissertation