Equine Science and Management - FdSc

University Centre Askham Bryan

Unlock your potential with our FdSc Equine Science and Management (Foundation Degree) programme, where passion for horses meets scientific and professional training. This course could act as your gateway to mastering the complexities of equine anatomy, understanding and applying knowledge of equine behaviour and equitation science and honing the business acumen needed to navigate the evolving equine industry landscape.To support learning, this course uses the on campus commercial standard British Horse Society-approved Equestrian Centre, featuring indoor and outdoor arenas, weighbridge, equine solarium, saddle pressure pad and a range of horses. There are opportunities to ride throughout the course and gain practical skills. This course offers a blend of scientific knowledge and an opportunity to apply your knowledge. As the equine industry continues to develop, the demand for skilled professionals with a comprehensive understanding of equine science, combined with robust business management and technical behaviour and equitation science skills, has never been higher. Our programme is designed to support you in gaining skills needed within the equine workforce, including health and nutrition, coaching and applied equitation science, event and business management, alongside vital transferable graduate skills and attributes. This course can help you take a step toward a career in the dynamic world of equine science and management.This course is 2-years full time (part-time study may also be available – contact he@askham-bryan.ac.uk for more information about part-time study). This programme is awarded by Askham Bryan College.

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