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Equine Science BSc (Hons) / BSc (Hons) with Foundation year

Entry requirements A typical offer is 112 UCAS tariff points; 32-48 UCAS tariff points for Foundation year See entry requirements on pages 157-158 Typical offer information is for guidance only Find out more at www.hartpury.ac.uk

This degree provides a fantastic opportunity for you to develop your knowledge and skills in specialist areas. You'll hear from professionals in lectures and gain industry insights on field trips. Popular subjects include the science behind equine health and disease, behaviour and training, therapy and rehabilitation, exercise and biomechanics, and nutrition and equitation. You’ll graduate as a specialist in your chosen area, ready to progress into your career. Industry opportunities The optional integrated placement year on this degree means you can gain valuable industry experience. Students have recently worked at our Equine Therapy Centre, the Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies and pharmaceutical companies. You could also study a semester of your degree at Delaware Valley University, USA .* This course is ideal for those who want to investigate and understand the science behind all aspects of horses. facilities including an Equine Therapy Centre, industry-standard science labs and horses on site. Graduate destinations  • Welfare Research Officer, Horse Trust  • Nutritionist  • Lab technician roles  • Technical Policy Advisor, Home Office  • British Horseracing Authority, graduate scheme  • Postgraduate study – MSc Equine Science, MRes Equestrian Performance and PhDs Study a range of equine science subjects and tailor your degree to suit you. Benefit fromworld-class

UCAS code D334 3 years DF34 4 years with Foundation year

Foundation year - Gain the subject-specific knowledge needed for the BSc degree

Integrated placement year - An optional extra year in industry to prepare for your career

Semester abroad - Study a semester of your degree at Delaware Valley University, USA*

Daniel Bremner

Daniel started his career riding horses for Olympic medal-winning dressage champion, Carl Hester. He now runs his own yard, breeding, training and competing dressage horses. "Hartpury has the best facilities you could imagine. I love coming back to compete in the Festival of Dressage each year."

Dressage yard owner, DL Dressage BSc Equine Science graduate

*Additional costs may apply. Please see course page on website.