Equine Science BSc (Hons)
Oxford Brookes University
On our Equine Science degree you will study the reproduction, physiology, behaviour and nutrition of horses.
We run this course in partnership with Abingdon and Witney College. You’ll be taught at Oxford Brookes with some sessions at Witney Campus and the college’s stud farm at Common Leys. The farm runs as a racehorse stud producing youngstock for thoroughbred sales. So you have the chance to gain real-life commercial experience. And spend time with thoroughbreds as you learn about anatomy and genetics.
You will have opportunities to publish your own research and attend relevant conferences.
On graduating you will have an up-to-date understanding of scientific principles and management theories. As well as the skills to implement them, whether progressing into employment within the equine industry or elsewhere.
Possible careers include:
- Horse Breeder
- Equine Occupational Therapist
- Academic
- Lab Technician
- Pedigree Analyst
- Artificial Inseminator
- Broodmare Manager
- Veterinary Assistant or Technician.
Career prospects
There is a range of employment opportunities for our graduates, and specialisation in your final year can help to determine your professional area.
Recent graduates have gained positions in racecourses, biomechanics consultancies, event management and further education colleges as lecturers. Others have secured roles in owner services at Weatherbys, gained entry into veterinary colleges or continued in higher education with a Veterinary Physiotherapy MSc, for example, or other postgraduate options, such as PhDs or MBAs.
Careers as equine scientists, yard managers, insurance agents, trainee accountants, nutritionists, journalists, facility managers and equine business advisers are also potential destinations.
Key Information
Oxford Brookes University, Oxfordshire
Oxfordshire OX3 0BP
United Kingdom
Level of study: Undergraduate
Entry criteria
| Type | Min/Max points | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) | DMM | Students need to have BTEC: DMM. Given grades may vary based on the equivalency of your specific qualifications. For applicants whose first language is not English, we accept the English language tests like IELTS: 6.0 overall with 6.0 in reading and writing, and 5.5 in listening and speaking. |
| A level | BBC | Students need to have A Level: BBC. A Level: Grade B in Maths, and Grade B in Physics, Chemistry, Electronics, Engineering or another suitable science subject. Given grades may vary based on the equivalency of your specific qualifications. For applicants whose first language is not English, we accept the English language tests like IELTS: 6.0 overall with 6.0 in reading and writing, and 5.5 in listening and speaking. |
| International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme | 30 | Students need to have IB Points: 30. Given grades may vary based on the equivalency of your specific qualifications. For applicants whose first language is not English, we accept the English language tests like IELTS: 6.0 overall with 6.0 in reading and writing, and 5.5 in listening and speaking. |
| GCSE/National 4/National 5 | C | Students need to have GCSE: Mathematics, English Language and Double Integrated Science (or equivalent) at grade C minimum. You must have studied science post-16, either at A-level or equivalent. Given grades may vary based on the equivalency of your specific qualifications. For applicants whose first language is not English, we accept the English language tests like IELTS: 6.0 overall with 6.0 in reading and writing, and 5.5 in listening and speaking. |