Equine Business Management (with Foundation Year)
UCAS Code: DF42
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Entry requirements
A level
Typical offer is DD-EE or equivalent. This must include a minimum of one A Level.
Typical offer is 32-48 UCAS tariff points in an Access to Higher Education Diploma.
Typical offer is 32-48 UCAS tariff points in an IB Diploma, to include a minimum of one Highers at H3 or above. This must also include Maths and English Language at a minimum of Standard Level S3 if equivalent GCSE's have not been obtained.
Typical offer is 32-48 UCAS tariff points in the Irish Leaving Certificate. This must include a minimum of one Higher. This must also include Maths and English Language at a minimum of Ordinary level.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Typical offer is a PPP in an Extended Diploma or equivalent in a relevant subject.
Typical offer is 32-48 UCAS tariff points in Scottish Highers. This must include a minimum of one Higher.
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About this course
This course has alternative study modes. Contact the university to find out how the information below might vary.
**If you want to develop business skills and pursue your equine passion while gaining real-world commercial experience, then this is the ideal course for you. You’ll be able to tailor your studies to suit your individual career goals and apply your skills practically through industry work placements.**
The foundation year entry provides an alternative route into degree-level study. It’s ideal for those who need to gain subject-specific knowledge and skills in order to progress with the full BA (Hons) qualification.
Compulsory modules will equip you with the skills to succeed in a commercial equine environment, covering core business subjects including finance, management and marketing. A comprehensive range of optional modules will allow you to apply your acquired knowledge and skills to the areas of the equine industry you’re most passionate about.
You could focus on horse performance, equine nutrition or take an active role in the planning and organisation of successful events and competitions. Alternatively, you might choose to delve deeper into business through accounting and commercial decision-making, or explore the vibrant equine sport and hospitality sector.
Whatever route you choose, you’ll be able to apply the key principles of successful business on a campus brimming with commercial opportunities. Alongside your studies you’ll have the opportunity to experience a behind-the-scenes taste of equine business. Students gain experience at our regular international and national equine competitions and events, as well as in our commercial equine therapy and rider performance centres.
If you’re interested in studying abroad, you’ll have the opportunity to study a semester of your degree at an overseas institution. You’ll also have the opportunity to complete an industry-recognised Chartered Institute of Marketing qualification to enhance your learning.
Modules
The foundation year includes lectures in equine, study skills, science and or management, depending upon an individual’s previous academic background. Within the year, you will be supported to enhance your skills and knowledge to ensure you are fully prepared to succeed in year 1. Students will study pure business and management modules, as well as core and optional modules from the equine science field. Year 1 modules include Foundation Business, Equine Structure and Function, The Equine Industry.
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