Applied Equine Science and Business

Bachelor's degree

In Cirencester

£ 9,250 VAT inc.

Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Location

    Cirencester

  • Duration

    3 Years

Over recent years, many exciting and dynamic career opportunities have become available within the expanding equine industry. Building upon its impressive knowledge base and unrivalled network of industry contacts, the RAU has developed a degree which produces graduates with the skills and aptitude to meet the demands of the equine and equestrian world in the years ahead.

This course provides you with a grounding in the scientific and business skills essential to the current equine industry. You’ll develop an understanding of recent developments in equine research which will help you to respond to the challenges facing traditional equine businesses.

Equine students frequently publish material from their dissertation research in academic journals, and present findings at national and international conferences.

Important information

Documents

  • Applied Equine Science and Business.pdf

Facilities

Location

Start date

Cirencester (Gloucestershire)
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GL7 6JS

Start date

On request

About this course

This course will provide you with a grounding in the scientific and business skills essential to the current equine industry.

- A Level: CCC – min.96 UCAS Tariff points (to include at least two A Level passes – Desirable to have one science subject. For Science subject: Pass in practical element is not required.)
- BTEC: MMM
- GCSE: (Minimum five GCSEs) - English and Mathematics at Grade C / 4 or higher are required.
- International Baccalaureate: 26 points, desirable to include one science or technology subject at higher level.
- Access to HE: 45 credits at level 3, of which 15 must be awarded at Distinction.
- A period of practical experience is also highly recommended.

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Subjects

  • Finance
  • Project
  • Industry
  • Farming
  • Business Operations
  • Farming Equipment
  • Rural Development
  • Marketing Communications
  • Journalism Skills
  • Genetics

Course programme

Structure

The course will be delivered through a series of lectures, tutorials, case studies, directed reading, laboratory practical exercises, demonstrations and visits.

Modules are assessed through a range of methods, including essays, group work tasks and individual presentations. There are timed, unseen examinations at the end of each year.

The Research Project (dissertation) is an integral part of the course, the successful completion of which leads to the BSc (Hons) classification. It provides essential experience in the design and execution of a research project focussing on either science or business subject matter, with a view to publication of any significant findings.

You’ll complete a 20-week work placement in the second year of the course, which enhances and develops key transferable skills. In conjunction with University staff, students are encouraged to organise placements that extend their current skill set, and align with career goals. Overall, this is an excellent opportunity to develop a range of links within the growing equine industry.

Example modules

Year one

  • Business Environment
  • Equine Industry
  • Business Finance
  • Personal Development Planning
  • Equine Evolutionary Anatomy
  • Breeding and Genetics
  • Equine Bioveterinary Science 1
  • Nutritional biochemistry and Feeding

Year two

  • Equine Law
  • Sandwich Placement Incorporating Personal Development Planning
  • Rural Business Enterprise
  • Equine Grassland Management
  • Equine Alternative and Complementary Therapies
  • Equine Business Finance & Taxation
  • Equine Research and Ethics
  • Equine Bioveterinary Science 2

Year three

In the third year you’ll select specialist electives and complete a research project on a topic of your own choice, giving you a truly individual learning experience.

  • Equine Developments
  • Honours Research Project
  • Advanced Equine Business Management
  • Advances in Equine Science
  • Negotiation in Business

Plus choice of THREE elective modules selected from:

  • Agricultural and Equine Journalism
  • Rural Business Diversification
  • Marketing Communication
  • Critical Issues in Organisations
  • Management Accounting
  • Corporate Finance
  • Equine Behaviour and Welfare
  • Equine Genetics
  • Equine Performance Nutrition
  • Consumer Behaviour
  • Equine Event Management
  • Equine Health
  • Equine Breeding Management
  • Advances in Training the Equine Athlete
  • The Irish Bloodstock Industry (Study tour)

Course modules are subject to change.

Additional information

Alternative entry routes are available for a range of other qualifications. Prior experience is also considered, subject to approval by the programme manager and admissions staff.

International students

Full-time fees - £10,000 per year

The tuition fees quoted for 2017 applicants may rise in line with inflation, subject to government policy.

Scholarships

The University offers a wide range of generous fee waivers and bursaries.

Applied Equine Science and Business

£ 9,250 VAT inc.