BSc (Hons) Equine Breeding and Stud Management
Course Aims
The equine breeding industry is wide and diverse, employing many tens of thousands of people throughout the world. There are over 2,000 registered breeders and over 70 breeding associations and societies in the UK alone. This course aims to provide students with the opportunity to widen and enhance their practical skills, whilst developing an extensive understanding of the scientific and management principles behind equine breeding.
Course Content
The first year offers an introduction to theoretical aspects of stud management, as well as developing and enhancing practical skills. Students will make extensive use of the excellent stud resource at the College. During the second year, students will further develop their theoretical knowledge of applied reproduction and equine breeding. The production and marketing of young horses will be taught both theoretically and practically. Visits to sales venues and working studs will be incorporated into the teaching programme. Various speakers from industry will deliver specialist lectures.
Special Features
The course offers both 'hands on' experience as well as providing sound and extensive academic knowledge. Lordships Stud offers a superb teaching resource. The stud has:
- Modern artificial insemination facilities
- On site classrooms
- Laboratory and resource study areas
- Computer-linked learning
- Veterinary led practicals
- A band of quality competition mares and native and competition stallions
- Extensive pastureland
Industrial Placements and International Exchanges
The College has extensive links with employers both in the UK and overseas. These links provide students with an optional work placement, should they wish to supplement their existing experience within the equine industry. International exchanges are currently available with universities in the USA, Holland, Canada and Finland as part of the course. The College has particularly strong links with Larenstein University in Deventer, Holland.
Career Prospects
- Stud Management
- Young Horse Production
- Young Horse Training
- Equine Administration
- Breeding Programme Development
- Equine Training/Education
- Bloodstock
- Racecourse Management
Related Learning Opportunities
Students will have the opportunity, as a part of their course, to study for the DEFRA Equine Artificial Insemination Certificate of Exemption at a reduced cost.
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Course Fees
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Honours: D426 / Ordinary: DNKG
Duration & Mode
3 years FT
UCAS Tariff Points
240
BTEC National Diploma & Certificate
MMP/DM
BTEC Extended Diploma
MMM 240
City & Guilds Extended Diploma
Merit 240
Irish Leaving Certificate
4 X B2 Higher
Scottish Highers
4 X B Higher
International Baccalaureate
24 points
Desirable Experience
Some practical experience with horses or riding
Postgraduate Qualifications
Students on this course will be given the opportunity to progress to a relevant Masters programme in the Postgraduate School.
