International Equine and Agricultural Business Management
Bachelor's degree
In Cirencester
Description
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Type
Bachelor's degree
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Location
Cirencester
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Duration
3 Years
In recent years horses have become increasingly significant elements in the rural scene both as sporting animals and as lucrative components of agricultural diversification. Throughout the length and breadth of Britain, many farms and estates have begun to incorporate equestrian enterprises within a diversified portfolio of activities.The RAU has long realised the importance of combining equine and agricultural education.
A unique feature of the course rests in its international dimension. Studies of the international equine industry carried out in north-west Europe and the USA are complemented by contributions from internationally-reputed visiting speakers from all areas of the equine industry. As Middle Eastern, Latin American and Asian economies continue to expand the demand for highly-skilled, motivated graduates within the agricultural/equine sector is predicted to expand dramatically.
You’ll complete a 20-week work placement in the second year of the course, which will establish valuable industry contacts and offer an essential insight into the agricultural and equine-related business sectors.
Our students frequently publish material from their dissertation research in academic journals, and present findings at national and international conferences.
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- International Equine and Agricultural Business Management.pdf
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About this course
This well-established degree provides a thorough grounding in agriculture, agricultural economics, equine production systems, science, marketing, and finance and business management.
- A Level: CCC – min.96 UCAS Tariff points
- BTEC: MMM
- GCSE: (Minimum five GCSEs) - English and Mathematics (or Maths Numeracy for Welsh applicants) at Grade C / 4 or higher are required.
- International Baccalaureate: 26 points 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.
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Subjects
- Nutrition
- Business and Management
- Agricultural Business
- International
- Finance
- Industry
- Production
- Livestock
- Other Law Specialities
- Marketing
Course programme
The course will be delivered through a series of lectures, seminars, tutorials, visiting lecturers, case studies, directed reading, laboratory practical exercises, demonstrations and visits.
Modules are assessed through a range of methods, including essays, reports, case studies, and presentations. There are timed, unseen examinations at the end of each year.
The Research Project is an integral part of the course. It provides the opportunity to study in-depth a subject of specific interest or of direct relevance to employment aspirations.
Example modules
Year one
- Business Environment
- Livestock Science
- Soil and Environmental Science
- Equine Industry
- Business Finance
- Introduction to Food Production
- British Bloodstock Production
- Equine Bioveterinary Science 1
Year two
- Equine Law
- Farm Enterprise Management
- Work Placement Incorporating Personal Development Planning
- Rural Business Enterprise
- Equine Business Finance and Taxation
- International Agri-Business Marketing
- Equine Research and Ethics
Plus choice of ONE elective selected from:
- Equine Bioveterinary Science 2
- Equine Nutrition and Training
Year three
- Equine Developments
- International Equine Industry
- Emerging Agricultural Issues
- Honours Research Project
- Advanced Equine Business Management
- Negotiation in Business
Plus choice of TWO electives selected from:
- Advanced Livestock Production
- Agricultural and Equine Journalism
- Rural Business Diversification
- Marketing Communications
- Critical Issues in Organisations
- Management Accounting
- Corporate Finance
- Equine Behaviour and Welfare
- Equine Genetics
- Equine Performance Nutrition*
- Consumer Behaviour
- Farmland Ecology
- New Developments in Agricultural Science
- Wine Industry
- Equine Health
- Equine Breeding Management
- Advances in Training the Equine Athlete
- Advances in Equine Science
* If Equine Nutrition and Training selected at year two.
Course modules are subject to change.
Work placement
You’ll complete a 20-week work placement in your second year, following completion of the Easter term examinations. Additionally, you can opt to complete a full year in employment between your second and third year. You can apply for placements relevant to your interests and aspirations, and may choose to link these to your choice of electives in the final year or proposed dissertation topic.
Our students have secured a wide variety of challenging work experience opportunities, both nationally and internationally. Work experience helps in the development of a range of skills that are appropriate for future employment and such contacts and networking can prove invaluable.
Additional information
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.
International Equine and Agricultural Business Management