Equine Training and Management (Top-Up), BSc (Hons)

This comprehensive degree in equine training and management equips students with essential skills for overseeing businesses involving horse handling and operations, including roles in commercial or competition yards and related industries. The program is designed to align with individual interests, blending theoretical learning with practical elements such as external demonstrations, site visits, and seminars. Key focus areas include horse training and breeding, equine science, and estate management, with modules covering equine anatomy and physiology, welfare and husbandry, biomechanics, nutrition, and event organization and planning. Delivered through the university's partner institution, Hadlow College in Kent, the course fosters a deep understanding of equine physiology and anatomy.Participants gain preparation for postgraduate studies or entry as self-employed practitioners in this growing field, benefiting from a curriculum developed in collaboration with industry experts. It also allows holders of a relevant foundation degree to top up their qualification in just one year.