Hartpury University Undergraduate Prospectus

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Apply scientific principles to training practices, analyse performance and understand the rehabilitation of racehorses. You’ll examine the biology of the racehorse, including how functional anatomy and physiology, nutrition, genetics and health combine to underpin performance and success. You’ll also have opportunities to tailor your degree to suit your interests and career goals, in areas such as sports medicine, performance analysis or therapy and rehabilitation. Live business briefs, field trips and work experience will strengthen your learning. Industry opportunities Alongside working in leading horse racing yards in Gloucestershire, you’ll have opportunities to support the rehabilitation of racehorses in our commercial equine therapy centre, experiencing first-hand the latest scientific approaches to racehorse training and rehabilitation post injury. Develop your expertise in racehorse performance analysis and rehabilitation. Graduate with a strong portfolio and the contacts you need for an international horseracing career. Graduate destinations • Management roles, Irish National Stud • Graduate Scheme, British Horseracing Authority • Marketing Manager, York Racecourse • Sports therapy and rehabilitation (horse and rider) • Racehorse trainer athlete, in particular their performance and rehabilitation, and are keen to develop a career within this industry. Racehorse Performance and Rehabilitation BSc (Hons) / BSc (Hons) with Foundation year This course is ideal for those who have a passion for the racehorse as an

Entry requirements A typical offer is 96-112 UCAS tariff points; 32-48 UCAS tariff points for Foundation year See entry requirements on pages 135-136 Typical offer information is for guidance only Find out more at www.hartpury.ac.uk

UCAS code D42L 3 years DF2L 4 years with with Foundation year

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

Sandwich year - Spend an optional extra year in industry to help prepare for your career

Help to rehabilitate horses in our commercial Equine Therapy Centre

Gain experience at racing yards and rehabilitation centres across the globe Gain industry experience

Equine