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Equine Science and Management

Course details
  • FdSc
  • 2 Years
  • Full-time
  • 08/09/2025
  • Undergraduate
Course location
Main Campus
Awarded by:
Askham Bryan College

Course summary

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.

Modules

Year 1 Level 4 Modules:
• Academic Writing and Research
• Principles of Equine Management 
• Equine Anatomy and Physiology
• Equine Behaviour and Welfare  
• Practical Horsemanship with Coaching  
• Managing Future Equine Enterprise

Year 2 Level 5 Modules:
• Independent Research Project 
• Equine Health and Nutrition 
• Performance Horse Production and Evaluation
• Applied Marketing for the Equine Industry  
• Equine Event Management
• Equitation Science

Assessment method

University Centre Askham Bryan fosters diverse talents and skills through a range of engaging assessment methods tailored to hone industry standard subject skills, as well as transferable skills and graduate attributes. From traditional coursework to time-constrained assessments that sharpen quick thinking, with each assessment opportunity you can showcase your abilities. You will engage in online assessments blending technology with information for adaptable problem-solving. Whilst presentations amplify your voice, and scholarly viva-voce discussions can deepen understanding. Practical assessments bridge theory with real-world application, helping to shape your subject expertise.
With our varied approach, learning isn't just about meeting standards—it's about discovering your potential within an educational landscape.

How to apply

Apply by
29 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
8T22
Institution code:
A70
Campus name:
Main Campus
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

International applicants

International applications are accepted for this course.

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - 64 points

64 UCAS Tariff Points from full Level 3 qualifications plus 5 GCSEs grade 4/C or above to include English, maths and science. Equivalent qualifications may be accepted in lieu of GCSEs.

Additional entry requirements

Interview
You may be asked to attend an interview in person or online

Historical entry grades data BETA

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
England£9000Year 1
Scotland£9000Year 1
Wales£9000Year 1
Northern Ireland£9000Year 1
EU£14000Year 1
International£14000Year 1

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

Please note: fees information is correct as at the time of issue of this policy; but can be subject to change following changes to national guidance.
The fee status of each applicant will be assessed prior to any offer being made (Home Fee or Overseas/International Fee). Where required further information may be requested to ensure the correct fee status is allocated. For further information about on studying in the UK and fee status, please visit UKCISA.

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