Equine Performance Coaching with Integrated Foundation Year

The role of the equestrian coach has been revolutionised in recent years. The modern coach now plays a vital role in the development of the equestrian sporting performance. Key knowledge in areas such as sports psychology, sports nutrition, biomechanics, elite fitness and new technology is now fundamental to enable modern coaches to develop horse and rider partnerships, and help them to fulfil their full potential. If you are passionate about sports coaching and developing specialist knowledge in equestrian training, then this is the course for you.

During the course, students will develop a portfolio of coaching experience teaching a range of equestrian disciplines. They will also benefit from facilities such as our Rider Performance Laboratory including horse simulator and strength and conditioning gym to analyse rider performance.

Throughout the course, students will be able to supplement their learning by completing a 1st4Sport equestrian coaching qualification, which is an industry recognised qualification enabling students to coach in the industry post successful completion of the degree.

This is a four year course where the foundation phase is integrated and studied across the first two years of the programme. Students will study additional modules alongside core Level 4 course modules. During the first year, students will be supported to develop scientific knowledge of anatomy and physiology through the development of a learning toolkit portfolio. Students will also engage with applied learning that links academic studies to professional practice. During the second year, students will be given individual supervision to enhance independent learning skills as they progress through the course.

This course is delivered by Warwickshire College and validated in partnership with Coventry University, and is regulated by the Office for Students (OfS).

Please note: The agreed maximum rider weight to meet welfare guidelines for the current stock of horses at Moreton Morrell College is 13st 7lbs - this is for a rider dressed in riding attire (boots and riding hat). According to welfare guidelines, WCG are unable to provide horses for riders above this maximum weight at this time. Please consider this and factor this into your decision making regarding your study options.

For our Higher Education Terms and Conditions please visit https://wcg.ac.uk/page/701/terms-and-conditions

Modules may include:

Year 1 – Level 4

Learning Toolkit
Mammalian Anatomy and Physiology
Applied Learning Portfolio
ASSET: Academic Study Skills, Employability and T-Shaped

Year 2 – Level 4
Equine and Human Nutrition
Fitness and Performance Testing
Fundamental Equitation, Management and Coaching
Principles of Sports Coaching and Training
Independent Learning Portfolio

Year 3 - Level 5
Research Design & Analysis
Equine Exercise Physiology
Exercise and Sports Psychology
Equine Health and Disease
Intermediate Equitation, Management and Coaching
Specialist Sports Coaching

Year 4 - Level 6
Dissertation
Sports Injury and Rehabilitation
Contemporary Issues in Equine Science

Optional Modules

Advanced Equitation, Management and Coaching
Advanced Coaching and Psychology
Elite Athletic Performance

For further details about this course, please refer to the programme specification here:

https://blob.wcg.ac.uk/pdf/definitive-programme-specification-bsc-hons-equine-performance-coaching-ify-acc-7b9326605a7d786dca155be83a0e53fc.pdf

We regularly review our course content, to make it relevant and current for the benefit of our students. For these reasons, course modules may be updated, please contact us for the latest information.

Each module will have its own specific assessment profile and may consist of coursework or examination. Modules are assessed using a variety of assessment methods (case studies, reports, presentations, practicals etc) to allow for you to develop a range of skills related to the subject area and to help you build confidence in the subject and in yourself.