Equine Behaviour, Health and Welfare BSc (Hons)
- Level(s) of Study: Undergraduate
- UCAS Code(s): DC38; DC39
- Start Date(s): September 2023
- Duration: Three years full-time or four years with placement
- Study Mode(s): Full-time / Sandwich
- Campus: Brackenhurst Campus
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Introduction:
Sustainability is currently a hot topic, but have you ever considered it in relation to the horse? Equine Behaviour, Health and Welfare at NTU does just that.
There’s a growing demand to optimise equine welfare worldwide, with increased research into holistic therapies involving animals, and an ever-greater insight into the cognition and behaviour of horses now available. You can learn about it all at our centre of ground-breaking research alongside industry experts. Our experienced team of academics provide top-quality content that’ll have you hooked from day one. From live briefs with big names in the industry, to the opportunities to get involved with your lecturers’ own research projects, this course at NTU allows you to really explore what you’re passionate about.
As a non-commercial learning centre, we’ve invested in some exceptional industry-standard equipment and facilities just for our students to use. Our British Horse Society (BHS) standard Equestrian Centre set in rural Nottinghamshire comprises three separate arenas, innovative equine housing, a Racewood equestrian simulator, and more; you can rest assured that you’ll have access to the very best throughout your degree.
As well as access to next-level facilities, equipment and knowledge, you’ll have extensive opportunities to network with professionals who work in the industry, as well as develop transferrable skills, ranging from presenting to research skills. We’ll equip you with everything you’ll need to succeed. Our graduates have gone on to work for big names, including Newmarket Equine Hospital, World Horse Welfare and Carr & Day & Martin; in roles as varied as Yard Manager, Marketer, Physiotherapist and Head of Horse Health. We even have alumni who have come back to teach on the course.
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90% of our Equine Science undergraduates are in work or further study within 15 months of finishing their degrees (of those available for work or study, latest Graduate Outcomes Survey 2020/21). That's no mean feat - we'll support and empower you to achieve your goals while teaching you content informed by the research happening at the forefront of industry. -
Our international partnerships are incredible. From study abroad options in Switzerland, Canada and Australia, to placement destinations in New Zealand and South Africa, your degree will allow you to travel the world. -
At Brackenhurst Campus, you really do get the best of both worlds. The estate is set in the stunning Nottinghamshire countryside, the perfect place to learn about horses, while our City Campus is only a short hope away on the bus. We're the perfect location for you to learn, socialise and grow. -
We're ranked first in the UK for teaching quality in Animal Science courses (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024). As well as achieving a high-quality degree, your course is tailored towards taking additional examinations recognised by the British Horse Society (BHS) and United Kingdom Coaching Certificate (UKCC), in order to gain professional coaching accreditations.
What you’ll study
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Careers and employability
Your career development
Upon graduation you'll be equipped to enter a variety of careers. Our graduates have entered fields as diverse as nutrition, veterinary-related roles, equine behaviour retraining, equine assisted therapy and equine charities.
90% of our Animal and Equine Sciences undergraduates are in work or further study within 15 month of finishing their degrees
(of those available for work or study, latest Graduate Outcomes Survey 2020/21).
Our students have gone on to work for companies such as:
- the Irish equine Aqua Centre
- the British Equestrian Trade Association (BETA)
- Newmarket Equine Hospital
Some students have continued on to postgraduate study in equine and animal subjects, or embarked on second degrees in physiotherapy-related degrees.
Excellent placement opportunities
You'll be encouraged and supported to gain relevant industry experience at appropriate organisations throughout the course. Our students have previously been based at places such as behaviour clinics, rehabilitation and retraining centres in the thoroughbred industry in countries such as Australia, New Zealand, the USA and the UK.
Students have carried out placements at companies such as:
- Australian Equine Behaviour Centre (Andrew McLean)
- Bellerive Stud, Australia
- Bennett Equine Sport Rehabilitation
- Fittocks Stud Newmarket
- Hartstone Equestrian Ltd
- Pakiri Beach Horse Riding, New Zealand
Why undertake a placement?
- You will gain vital experience in a vocational position.
- It will boost your CV and build useful contacts for your future career.
- There are some exciting and challenging opportunities available within organisations such as Kentucky Equine Research, and Sydney, Edinburgh and Liverpool Universities.
- You will also have the opportunity to carry out research for your final year dissertation.
- Your placement opportunity may lead to a supplementary Certificate or Diploma in Professional Studies.
NTU Enterprise
You'll also have the opportunity to turn your ideas into a viable business with help from NTU Enterprise, NTU's purpose-built Centre for Entrepreneurship and Enterprise, a support centre to help students create, develop and grow their own businesses.
Campus and facilities
How to apply
Ready to join us? Then apply as soon as you can. Just click the Apply button at the top of the page and follow the instructions for applying. Make sure you check the entry requirements above carefully before you do.
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Getting in touch
If you need any more help or information, please email our Admissions Team or call on +44 (0)115 848 4200.
You can apply for this course through UCAS. If you are not applying to any other UK universities, you can apply directly to us on our NTU applicant portal.
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