Equine Science

Hartpury University
Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Full-time 3 Years Agriculture and related sciences

A-Level Entry

BBC

UCAS Points

112 points

Avg. Graduate Salary

£22,000

About this course

If you’re passionate about horses and science and want to learn more about how these incredible animals work, then this is the course for you.

During your degree, you'll study the health and functioning of the horse, including topics such as nutrition, breeding, and veterinary health. Throughout additional options you can further tailor your learning to your interests and career pathways.

Combining theory with practice on this applied science degree, you’ll benefit from world-class facilities including our Equine Therapy Centre, industry-standard science labs and 230 horses on campus, while you study how the horse’s body works, developing expertise in exercise anatomy and physiology and the impact that exercise has on the horse.

You'll hear from leading industry and research experts and strengthen your learning through practical application, enabling you to develop in-depth knowledge and skills. You'll also have the opportunity to study a semester of your degree overseas or complete a year in industry to gain valuable industry experience.

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades BBC
UCAS Tariff Points 112 points
BTEC DMM

Study Options

This course is available in 2 study options:

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 3 Years

Qualification: BSc (Hons)

Location: Gloucester

Avg. Salary: £22,000

Sandwich

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: BSc (Hons)

Location: Gloucester

Avg. Salary: £22,000

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

3111 Laboratory technicians
2113 Biochemists and biomedical scientists
1211 Managers and proprietors in agriculture and horticulture
2112 Biological scientists
1212 Managers and proprietors in forestry, fishing and related services
3240 Veterinary nurses

Course Details

Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Gloucester
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Agriculture and related sciences
Avg. Graduate Salary
£22,000