Universities United Kingdom Hartpury University Courses MRes Equestrian Science

MRes Equestrian Science
at Hartpury University

Gloucester, United Kingdom

Tuition Fee £ 12,250
Country Rank-
Duration12 Months
Score IELTS: 6.5

Program Overview

You will expand your knowledge and understanding of current issues impacting equestrian science and will benefit from the use of a range of specialist research skills and methods, including data analysis, and will be able to apply these skills in practical environments. Throughout the programme you will use critical skills to solve complex problems, develop new ideas, and evaluate current processes and equestrian practices.

Our Equestrian Performance Research Arena is fast developing its reputation for world-leading research. Furthermore, you’ll benefit from world-class research facilities on campus, including our commercial equine and rider performance centres, training arenas, scientific laboratories, as well as our livery centre with over 230 horses and riders at different levels, from Olympic and Paralympic athletes to novice riders.

Delivery is flexible and often at weekends to fit around your work or other commitments.

Course Content
Below you’ll find the compulsory modules for this course. You’ll also be able to choose two modules from the diverse range of optional modules listed to complement your specific area of interest and career goals.

Optional modules change each year in line with student, industry and research demands.

Compulsory modules
- Extended Postgraduate Research Project
- The Research Process
- Investigating Equestrian Research
- Applied Research Practice
Optional modules
- Advances in Equestrian Biomechanics (15 credits)
- Applied Equine Exercise Physiology (15 credits)
- Developing a Sustainable Equine Industry (15 credits)
- Equine Behaviour (15 credits)
- Equine Management for Optimal Performance and Welfare (15 credits)
- Postgraduate Independent Study (15 credits)
- Rider Performance (15 credits)
- Therapy and Rehabilitation of the Equine Athlete (15 credits)
Entry Requirement
Academic
- 2:1 honours degree in a relevant subject. Students with 2:2 and relevant experience will be considered on a case by case basis
Non-academic
- Students with non-relevant qualifications but with significant work experience or professional experience will be considered on an individual basis.
International
- In addition to the academic qualification an IELTS 6.5 or equivalent is required.
Fees & Scholarships
UK STUDENTS
£8,000

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS (INCLUDING EU)
£12,250
Career Prospect
Industry opportunities on this course are largely provided by our own businesses on campus, as well as the networking facilitated through guest lecturers and field trips.

On-campus opportunities

Our commercial equine therapy and performance centres offer opportunities for students to gain industry experience to support their careers.

With teams made up of expert personnel alongside volunteers, you could have opportunities to get hands-on with clinical cases and to network with the range of allied professionals involved in the rehabilitation and management of the horses, including veterinarians, farriers and nutritionists.

Furthermore, opportunities exist to gain valuable industry experience by volunteering at the national and international level events hosted by our Equine Centre. These include the Five Star Hartpury Horse Trials and the Hartpury International Festival of Dressage.

Cost Of Studying At Hartpury University

Interest rates as low as 8.9% ^*

250K+

Students Assisted

800Cr+

Loan Amount Disbursed

5000+

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MRes Equestrian Science at Hartpury University