Equine Management
Royal Agricultural University
UCAS Code: D453 | Foundation Degree in Science - FdSc
Royal Agricultural University
UCAS Code: D453 | Foundation Degree in Science - FdSc
Entry requirements
A level
minimum of 56 UCAS tariff points (points to include at least one full A-Level or equivalent qualifications)
Access to HE Diploma
45 credits at level 3 of which minimum of 15 must be awarded at Merit or higher. (Pass in Functional Skills level 2 are accepted in lieu of GCSE English & Mathematics)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Level 3 Extended Diploma (1080) at Merit-Pass-Pass
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About this course
This exciting new course covers all of the required practical skills for the British Horse Society Level 3 Groom's qualification, embedded within a framework of equine science and business based learning.
You will build knowledge and skills in horse care and management to reach this level throughout the two years. Students with little or no previous experience with horses will be expected to commit to additional sessions to develop these practical skills in order to meet the required standard.
This new course combines a blend of science with the business skills required to run a successful equine operation. You will have access to academics with many years of practical horse handling experience so that you can be confident that you are learning from the best there is. You will get out and about on a high number of industry visits to world leading equestrian businesses and will be introduced to high profile guest speakers ensuring that you have a complete overview of the subject.
By the end of the course you will be able to practically handle and manage horses as well as supervise and lead others.
You will complete a 10-week period of work experience, usually during the summer between your first and second year, to gain further training and experience in the equestrian sector. Not only could you find yourself working for prestigious businesses but you will also develop your confidence and gain industry contacts for when you graduate.
Modules
Year one
1314 Equine Anatomy and Physiology: Discover the structure and function of the major organs and systems of the horse
1440 Academic Skills and Practice: Learn and try out a range of practical skills used in the land and farming sectors
1443 Business Finance and Accounts: Learn the fundamentals of accountancy and use software to create and clearly present financial information
1447 The UK Equine Industry: Explore the structure of the policy network within the equine industry
1448 Introduction to Equine Health and Disease: Define common equine diseases and routine management of these conditions
1450 Introduction to Equine Nutrition: Explore the nutrient composition of feedstuffs for equids
1452 Practical Equine Management: Develop the practical skills required to work as a groom in the equine industry
Year two
2032 Marketing Management: Identify and interpret relevant market research data to recommend future strategic directions for a company
2378 Research and Evidence: Explore the wide range of research methodologies available, and learn how to select the optimal approach for a given scenario
2384 Equine Sports Physiology and Nutrition: Apply the scientific principles of exercise physiology to optimise horse fitness for a range of disciplines
2385 Equine Veterinary Science: Gain practical experience and understanding of techniques that are used in diagnostic laboratories
2387 Equine Behaviour and Welfare Applications: Apply equine behavioural science to the training and welfare of horses
2388 Sustainable Forage and Turf Management: Analyse the nutrient content of forage sources for equids and experience the practical management of equine sports turfs
2389 Applied Equine Practice: Develop skills of assessing horses’ conformation, posture, and movement
2390 Equine Facility Management: Learn the regulatory and professional practice requirements for running a successful equine facility
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Royal Agricultural University
Department of Equine (CL)
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