Equine Degree Courses
Is your ambition to work in the equine industry? Perhaps you want to take your riding skills to a higher level?
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Our equine degree courses will help you fulfil your career ambitions and, if you’re a keen rider, you’ll have lots of scope to train and compete.
The Equine department at UCBB is home to some of the finest equestrian facilities in the UK, making it the ideal location for you to take the next step in your career.
Our lecturers and instructors are experts in their field, with many involved in research and scholarly activity alongside their academic responsibility in sectors such as veterinary physiotherapy.
By studying an Equine degree with us, you will have the opportunity to take part in research projects and learn essential theory that you can then put into practice.
Industry links
You will be able to tap into an excellent network of contacts in the industry, with a range of guest speakers and visits, and the opportunity to take part in study trips.
As well as having the opportunity to gain work experience at other venues, work-based learning modules at our Equine Centres will allow you to learn at a vast range of local, national and international competitions, clinics and demonstrations and commercial activities.
Our BSc Equine Therapy and Rehabilitation programme has been accredited by the Animal Health Professions’ Register (AHPR), recognising the course’s ability to equip you to provide equine sports therapy that protects animal welfare, the interests of the horse owners and veterinary surgeons who will refer cases to you. You will also be able to apply for direct entry to AHPR making the application process straight forward upon graduating.
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Student Profiles
Cat Dalton - Equine Alumni
"The academic staff were incredibly supportive throughout my degree. The tutors made a real effort to get to know each student individually, including their aims and ambitions for the future. I always felt the tutors were very invested in the student's journey and pushed you to strive for a little bit more."
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Rebecca Brassington
Higher Education Academic Lead for Equine
“I love being able to empower and inspire students, enabling and equipping them with the skills, knowledge and understanding to become the next generation of equine professionals.”
Rebecca is a senior fellow at UCBB with a wealth of industry and academic experience. She is the lead on Equine behaviour and welfare.
With a background in microbiology, she worked for years as an equine therapist before moving into academia at UCBB. With a Post-grad Diploma - McTimoney Corley Animal Manipulation under her belt she has been involved in numerous research projects looking at equine kinematics on the water treadmill, equine behaviour, and equine injury. She has also been involved in a number of scholarly activities, including conferences, poster presentations and publications.
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