Equine Training and Rehabilitation

University Centre Reaseheath
Undergraduate FdSc Full-time 2 Years Agriculture and related sciences

A-Level Entry

See entry requirements

UCAS Points

64 points

Avg. Graduate Salary

£20,000

About this course

Is working at the forefront of equine training, rehabilitation, and welfare the next step on your equine journey? If so, then this programme is for you. This course will provide you with unique skills to combine an understanding of equine behaviour, training, and rehabilitation reflective of current needs within the equine industry.

With guidance from our expert staff, you will develop an understanding of equine behaviour, and learning theory and how this is used to apply training techniques more effectively. Emphasis is placed upon establishing the links between key areas of equine rehabilitation including behaviour modification, biomechanics, injury, and exercise physiology.

Course Features

  • Use of our commercial equestrian centre including indoor and outdoor arenas, 60 stable accommodation and 8 stall Claydon horse walker

  • Explore physical rehabilitation techniques

  • Assess changes in horse behaviour and training needs

  • Biomechanics and gait analysis

  • Data collection using the latest technology

  • Opportunity to work towards British Horse Society (BHS) qualifications*

  • Opportunity to be involved in riding clinics and affiliated and unaffiliated equestrian events*

  • External speakers and industry visits

    *will incur additional costs

    Career Options

  • Physical rehabilitation & therapy

  • Equine education

  • Equine welfare field officer

  • Rehabilitation officer/manager

  • Advocacy & communication

  • Policy advisory
  • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades See entry requirements
    UCAS Tariff Points 64 points
    Scottish Higher CDDD
    BTEC MPP

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    1211 Managers and proprietors in agriculture and horticulture
    1212 Managers and proprietors in forestry, fishing and related services

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Foundation Degree in Science - FdSc
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    2 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Nantwich
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Agriculture and related sciences
    Avg. Graduate Salary
    £20,000