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Equine Business Management
- Bachelor of Arts (with Honours)
- 4 Years
- Full-Time
- September 2027
- Undergraduate
- North, West and Hebrides
- Awarded by:
- University of the Highlands and Islands
Course summary
The BA (Hons) Equine Business Management programme will introduce you to all aspects of today’s modern equine business.
It will help equip you with the skills you need for a career in equine business management including marketing, research, and sports science, as well as specific equine modules such as: equine selection; equine business management; equitation; work placement; current issues and legislation in the equine industry; equine behaviour; equine anatomy, physiology and health; and equine fitness, nutrition and welfare. Additionally, this programme is endorsed by the British Horse Society and we offer free training towards BHS exams.
You will undertake project work where you will investigate real-life situations, which will enable you to put what you have learned into practice. You may also have the opportunity to take part in equestrian events and activities organised throughout the year.
Guest speakers and the use of equine evidence-based research will ensure you have access to relevant and current industry information.
This programme offers unique flexibility: you can choose a riding or non-riding route (or a mixture of both) and enjoy access to our equine campus, horses and staff, or you may choose a remote study option, coming to us for blocks of time or using your own training centre at your own expense.
Modules
Module outline
Year 1 - CertHE
Core modules are:
Semester 1
- Introduction to business
Semester 2
- Horses for courses: introduction to the equine industries
Semesters 1 and 2
-
Introduction to equine anatomy physiology and health
-
Introduction to equine fitness, nutrition and welfare
You will also choose two option modules from:
Semester 1
- Introduction to sport and exercise science*
Semester 2
- Introduction to sports coaching and leadership*
Semesters 1 and 2
-
Activity performance and skill acquisition
-
Introduction to equitation**
*core for online international students
**core for the riding route
Year 2 - DipHE
Core modules are:
Semester 1
-
Managing an equine business
-
Equine behaviour
Semester 2
- Equine movement analysis
Semesters 1 and 2
- Activity performance and skill acquisition (online international route only)
You will also choose three option modules from:
Semester 2
- Principles of sport and exercise psychology*
Semesters 1 and 2
-
Applied coaching and leadership (not available for online international students)
-
Equitation: a practical application**
-
Event planning and organisation (not available for online international students)
-
Work placement*
*core for online international students
**core for the riding route
Year 3 - BA
Core modules are:
Semester 1
-
Current issues and legislation in the equine industry
-
Developing entrepreneurial effectiveness
Semester 2
- Research skills
You will also choose three option modules from:
Semester 1
-
Retailing (not available for international SRV or online)
-
Sport and exercise science: a critical analysis*
Semester 2
-
Marketing communications (not available for international SRV)*
-
Sustainable niche tourism (equine)*
Semesters 1 and 2
-
Advanced equitation (not available for international online)**
-
Work placement (not available for international online)
*core for online international students
**core for riding route
Year 4 - BA (Hons)
Core modules are:
Semester 1
-
Equine behaviour and welfare management
-
Major event analysis
Semesters 1 and 2
- Dissertation
You will also choose two option modules from:
Semester 2
-
Innovation and enterprise (not available for international SRV)*
-
Legal issues in sport and fitness (not available for international SRV)*
Semesters 1 and 2
-
Advanced applications of coaching and instruction (not available for international online)**
-
Work placement (not available for international online)**
*core for international online
**core for international SRV students
This outline reflects the modules as currently delivered and is subject to change.
How to apply
Apply by
13 January 2027
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:
- D4N2
- Institution code:
- H49
- Campus name:
- North, West and Hebrides
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
- Year 3
Entry requirements
Typical qualification requirements
UHI does not use Tariff points, and accepts a range of qualifications. Applicants with other relevant qualifications or experience will be considered on an individual basis. https://www.uhi.ac.uk/en/courses/ba-hons-equine-business-management/
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | with no element below 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 59 | 59 average with 59 in each component |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 78 | Min 78 or above with min 18 in each section |
Our programmes are taught and examined in English. To make the most of your studies, you must be able to communicate fluently and accurately in spoken and written English in an academic environment and provide certified proof of your competence before starting your course. Please note that English language tests need to have been taken no more than two years prior to the start date of the course. The minimum English language requirements to study at the University of the Highlands and Islands are detailed below:https://www.uhi.ac.uk/en/studying-at-uhi/international/international-courses/eligibility/english-language-requirements/
Contextual admissions
Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.
UHI is committed to achieving widening access, and achieving a fair balance of entrants to higher education. Widening access can be broadly defined as ‘ensuring fair access to higher education’. Widening access is principally about ensuring that those who have the ability and potential to benefit from a higher education, irrespective of their background or economic circumstances can do so.
Learn more on the University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) website
International entry requirements
This course is available for international students (including EU/EEA and Swiss nationals without settled or pre-settled status in the UK) requiring Student Route visa sponsorship to study in the UK at UHI North, West & Hebrides or online from your home country. Part-time study is not open to international students requiring Student Route visa sponsorship to study in the UK.
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Per year tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Scotland | £1820* | |
| England, Wales, Northern Ireland, Channel Islands & Republic of Ireland | £9790* | |
| EU & International | £16820* |
* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
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
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You can also find information on additional funding available such as bursaries and scholarships at https://www.uhi.ac.uk/en/studying-at-uhi/first-steps/how-much-will-it-cost/funding-your-studies/bursaries-and-scholarships/
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