Top reasons to choose Equine Sciences at NTU
The equine industry needs pioneers who have the dedication and expertise to optimise the lives of the equines on our planet. At NTU, we'll take your passion for horses and empower you to do just that. We work with a huge range of partners, so you'll get expert insight from renowned industry professionals who regularly join our own world-leading academics, meaning that you learn from the very best in the field.
Your study will focus on the major scientific themes of performance, nutrition, veterinary science, reproduction, and exercise physiology, all tailored to further your knowledge of the production, management and training of performance horses. To provide you with the very best degree possible, your course also compliments study towards the internationally recognised British Horse Society (BHS) examinations and United Kingdom Coaching Certificate (UKCC).
Graduate employability
100% of our BSc (Hons) Equine Science (full-time) graduates are in work or further study within 15 months of finishing their degrees (of those available for work or study, latest Graduate Outcomes Survey 2022/23).
Graduate employers
Graduates from this course have successful careers in organisations such as the British Horse Society, Southwell Equine Assisted Learning, Barton Equestrian Centre, The Seeds of Change, Clearwater Stud and so many more.
Our graduates are...
Graduates from this course now work in a variety of roles such as Equine Coach, Professional Rider, Groom, Veterinary Nursing Assistant and Feed Advisor.
Can my placement lead to a career?
For many students, a placement is a transformative experience, helping them discover their career direction, develop new interests, and build professional connections that can lead to future job opportunities or offers.
Get more from your course
You will develop your skills in and outside of the classroom: from field trips and key educational visits, to placement opportunities and our global exchange programmes. NTU students also benefit from work-like experience opportunities embedded directly into their course.
Previously, students have completed a project with the British Horse Society to develop their skills and build valuable industry connections.
See your subject in action
Watch our subject videos and explore the facilities you'll be using to get a real insight into what it's like to study Equine Sciences at NTU.
A day in the life of an Equine student
Wondering what your days might look like as an equine student? We've crafted an example timetable to give you a glimpse into your first year*. You are likely to study six modules over the year. You will also have practical sessions to cement your learning.
If you have applied for the Integrated Foundation Year (IFY), this timetable will reflect your second year. Please note that for both the BSc and IFY, this is only an example timetable and does not reflect your actual timetable. Modules, contact days and times are subject to change. You will receive your full timetable when you enrol at NTU.
In this example students have 2 2-hour lectures on Mondays, practical duties in the stables on Tuesday morning and afternoon, along with 2 teaching sessions, an hour seminar and practical lesson on Thursday and a filed trip on Friday. Personal and academic tutorials are available on Thursday morning.
More reasons to choose NTU
We're ranked 4th in the UK for Animal Science and Agriculture courses (Guardian University Guide 2026)
1st in the UK for Animal Science students who are positive about the assessment and feedback on their course (full-time first degrees, National Student Survey 2025).
98% of BSc (Hons) Equine Science (full-time) students are positive about the teaching on their course (National Student Survey 2025).
There's so much more to look forward to!
Find out about all the additional opportunities and extra-curricular activities you can get involved in as a student at NTU.
Study abroad as part of your NTU degree
Our study abroad opportunities offer you a flexible way to gain invaluable international experience as part of your degree. We have partnerships with over 300 institutions worldwide – study from one week to a whole year.
University Language Programme
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See some of the facilities you'll get to use
You will be based at our Brackenhurst Campus – a stunning countryside estate, which acts as an outdoor classroom and is the perfect place to put theory into practice. It is only a short hop to the bright lights of Nottingham city centre though, so you really do get the best of both worlds.
Equestrian Centre
Our British Horse Society (BHS)-approved training and livery establishment includes welfare-friendly stabling for 65 horses, international-sized indoor and outdoor arenas, a horse-walker, research arena and performance analysis room.
Bring your horse
We offer a limited number of student liveries so you can bring your horse with you to NTU. We advise you apply as early as possible if you are interested in a place.
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Fees and funding
Everything you need to know about fees and funding while you’re at university, including tuition fees and living costs, how you’ll pay for your studies, and bursaries and scholarships.
The Stoneygate Award Programme
This award is worth £3,250 for each year of a student’s undergraduate degree (excluding any placement year). Hold an offer on a full-time undergraduate course for September 2026, check out the full eligibility criteria and apply here.
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