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Equine Science with Management (top-up)

University Centre Askham Bryan

UCAS Code: D4D6 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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Course option

1year

Full-time | 2024

Subject

Equine studies

A ‘top up' route to a BSc honours degree for those who already hold a Foundation Degree, HND or equivalent qualification.

The BSc (Hons) Equine Science with Management Top Up degree programme has been designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills to enter the equine industry. This programme integrates knowledge and skills that can be applied to a wide range of areas within the equine industry. On this programme, there is an emphasis on science alongside management perspectives.

The equine industry continues to develop and therefore the need for employees with appropriate technical knowledge and skills continues to evolve. On this programme there is an emphasis on science, business and marketing, taking into consideration the need to develop graduates who can fill these skills gaps. On this programme you will develop your understanding through review the most recent advances in the equine industry. The programme will provide you with the opportunity to develop the specific knowledge, practical and technical skills fundamental to securing work in the equine industry. This includes focusing on scientific and business management principles.

This one-year course will give you the opportunity to apply existing skills and newly acquired knowledge to a variety of industry relevant situations, thereby preparing for work and more advanced study. As part of the honours pathway students will be required to undertake a research project, giving them an opportunity to focus for a prolonged period of time on a subject of particular interest with possibilities of publication.

Modules

Core Modules:
Research Project
Sustainable Development in the Industry
Recent Advances in Equine Veterinary Science

Elective Modules:
Advanced Equestrian Coaching
Strategic Marketing for the Equine Industry

Assessment methods

Assessments may include; Course work, time constrained assessments, online assessment, presentations, Viva-voce and practical assessments.

Tuition fees

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England
£9,000
per year
EU
£14,000
per year
International
£14,000
per year
Northern Ireland
£9,000
per year
Scotland
£9,000
per year
Wales
£9,000
per year

The Uni


Course location:

Main Campus

Department:

School of Science

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What students say


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77%
Equine studies

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Teaching and learning

78%
Staff make the subject interesting
80%
Staff are good at explaining things
75%
Ideas and concepts are explored in-depth
82%
Opportunities to apply what I've learned

Assessment and feedback

Feedback on work has been timely
Feedback on work has been helpful
Staff are contactable when needed
Good advice available when making study choices

Resources and organisation

77%
Library resources
85%
IT resources
77%
Course specific equipment and facilities
64%
Course is well organised and has run smoothly

Student voice

Staff value students' opinions
Feel part of a community on my course

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