BSc (Hons) in Equine Science

The course focuses on the science behind the latest advances in the equine industry.

The programme embeds key veterinary science modules such as Mammalian Biochemistry and Veterinary Microbiology and Immunology which allows graduates to access entry into a wide range of paraveterinary postgraduate courses and employment opportunities. The modules incorporate key laboratory skills which are developed during the degree course and culminate in students having the opportunity to engage in collaborative projects with industry partners.

The links with ‘live’ research projects and opportunities to use new enhanced scientific laboratory facilities create a vibrant and well-resourced environment for undertaking undergraduate dissertations.

The route will prepare students for employment in broad fields within the equine industry including nutrition, stud work, performance management, para-veterinary, pharmaceutical sales and diagnostic laboratory work and equine research. It also provides graduate opportunities for entry into management in other sectors and has a very broad scientific training offering entry to more than 25 post-graduate degree programmes both within and outside of the equine field.

What will I study?

The course focuses on the latest advances in equine science providing graduates with a foundation in the scientific skills essential to the equine industry.

The BSc (Hons) in Equine Science at Reaseheath offers both academic excellence and student satisfaction.

The course is validated by the University of Chester ensuring students graduate with a degree awarded by a well-respected University with a high level of academic and vocational skills.

The BSc (Hons) in Equine Science embeds key veterinary science modules allowing graduates to access a range of para-veterinary postgraduate courses and employment opportunities.

The HE Equine team are experts in their chosen field with extensive industry experience, students benefit from their passion for knowledge transfer. The team delivers student support second to none to ensure undergraduates have every opportunity for academic success.

Entry requirements

• 96 UCAS points

• A Levels preferably to include Biology (or related subject)

• or BTEC Level 3 qualification (2 years) at Merit in a relevant subject

• Access to HE Diploma

• Mature students (aged 21+) will be considered on an individual basis and substantial.

Further study

• Postgraduate study.

Career Options

• Consultancy

• Equine rehabilitation

• Equine nutrition

• Research and development in equine and para-veterinary fields

• Equine research

• Veterinary physiotherapy.

Please note: acceptance onto riding units is subject to assessment and weight limit of 13 stone.

Tuition Fees

As a Higher Education student you will have two main costs to meet; your tuition fees and living costs.

Our full-time tuition fees for UK and EU students entering University in either 2017/18 or 2018/19 are £9,250. These fees are charged for each academic year of a course and are set by the college annually.

If you are an international student or for the latest information on tuition fees visit the student finance page on our website.

Students are at the heart of all we do at University Centre Reaseheath.

The Faculty of Agriculture and Veterinary Sciences is a place where academic excellence and student satisfaction go hand in hand to provide a unique higher education experience for our students.

Our portfolio of programmes has been designed in consultation with industry, ensuring that our degrees deliver the academic knowledge and practical skills that employers need and want. This ensures that our graduates are highly successful in the jobs market, with many going on to work for blue-chip companies.

In recent years, the campus has seen over £50 million pounds worth of investment in cutting-edge teaching facilities and student resources, such as on-site accommodation with more planned over the coming years.

In our last review of the quality of the higher education at Reaseheath, the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA) commended the quality and enhancement of student learning opportunities. They found no areas for improvement and identified many of good practice.

The ‘Reaseheath Experience’ is something many of our former students tell us was the most enjoyable time of their lives. We want our students to succeed in their chosen careers and we recognise that high performers learn through experience as well as through formal learning.

Why University Centre Reaseheath?

Located in rural Cheshire, our campus has top class, industry standard, teaching facilities but still retains its friendly, supportive atmosphere – a combination which delivers both academic excellence and student satisfaction.

• Our degree programmes provide you with the opportunity to study a range of industry recognised secondary qualifications.
• 87% of our students say that staff are enthusiastic about what they teach. Student Experience Survey 2016
• Gain industry insights through work placements, scientific research and through field trips and study tours in the UK and abroad.
• Last year 1 out of 5 Reaseheath students achieved a degree with first class honours or distinction.
• “Reaseheath’s Higher Education programmes are outstanding and the quality and enhancement of student learning opportunities have exceeded UK expectations.”
• Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) for Higher Education Review 2014
• Overall student satisfaction for our Higher Education courses is at 83%. Student Experience Survey 2016

Our Facilities

Over recent years £50 million has been invested into on-campus facilities including, an equestrian centre, industry-leading food centre, sports facilities, a scientific horticultural facility, unique to the UK, and an animal centre and zoo.

A further £31 million investment in our student accommodation, agri-technology centre, and sports facilities is planned for the next four years.

Your Learning Experience

Reaseheath offers a supportive learning environment with a focus on the vocational provision. Our courses ensure that graduates leave with the knowledge, skills and qualifications that employers are looking for.

We support our students with:

• Small group teaching with high levels of individual support
• Lecturers with extensive industry experience
• High number of teaching hours with tutors
• Specialist facilities
• Opportunities for study tours overseas
• Strong links with employers
• Industry-relevant programmes that offer transferable skills
• Additional qualifications to further enhance your career prospects.

Additional Qualifications

Our degree programmes provide you with the opportunity to study a range of secondary qualifications. These specific qualifications are taken alongside your course and provide an opportunity to gain industry-recognised qualifications.

Additional qualifications are specific to each subject area. Where possible we aim to provide these as part of your programme of study but a subsidised cost may be charged for some.

Employers often require industry-specific qualifications in addition to a degree, so these practical qualifications can enhance career prospects and employability. They offer industry-relevant skills and training that employers are looking for and offer graduates a leading position in a competitive jobs market.