Course contact details
Enquiry/Admissions Office
Email:he@myerscough.ac.uk
Phone:01995 642222
University Centre Myerscough
St Michael's Road
Bilsborrow
Preston
PR3 0RY
Applied Animal Science (Equine Management)
- FdSc
- 2 Years
- Full-time
- 8 September 2025
- Undergraduate
- Preston Campus
- Awarded by:
- University of Lancashire
Course summary
The course is delivered at University Centre Myerscough and awarded by the University of Central Lancashire.
This Foundation Degree has been designed for students wishing to undertake a Higher Education course with a practical, industry focus.
The course offers you a blend of equine science and equine management, equipping you with professional and practical skills required for managerial roles within the equine industry. A number of optional choices allow you to tailor the programme to suit your own interests and employment priorities. You will be equipped with the underpinning knowledge and skills to enter careers within breeding, welfare, training and education, amongst others.
Based at our Preston campus with its renowned International Equine Arena, you will be putting theory into practice working with the college horses within the centre’s excellent facilities. You will benefit from our industry links for trips and guest speakers, and you will have opportunities to enhance your employability through industry placements. You may progress to the final year of either of our Bachelor of Science Degree programmes to further enhance your research and expertise.
As a Myerscough equine degree student, you will benefit from individualised support within a welcoming culture, ensuring that you follow in the footsteps of our previous students with their outstanding high achievements and excellent student satisfaction.
Modules
Year 1 - Practical Animal and Professional Skills; Animal Anatomy and Physiology; Animal Husbandry; Animal Health and Nutrition; Introduction to Animal Welfare; Animal Behaviour and Training
Year 2 - Industry Project; Research Methods; Genetics and Breeding; Principles of Coaching and Rider Performance; Management of the Equine Athlete; Animal Sector Entrepreneurism
This course is subject to validation. You can still apply for this course while it is being approved.
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Preston Campus
Study options
- FdSc • Full-time • 2 Years
Start dates
- 8 September 2025
Apply by
29 January
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- AEM2
- Institution code:
- M99
- Campus name:
- Preston Campus
- Campus Code:
- -
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1, 2
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
University Centre Myerscough has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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How to apply
This course is not accepting applications from students requiring a Student visa. For more information, please contact the course provider.
Apply by
29 January
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:
- AEM2
- Institution code:
- M99
- Campus name:
- Preston Campus
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
Entry requirements
UCAS Tariff48 points
A levelCE
AS levels may be used to contribute to entry requirements but they are not sufficient for entry on their own.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)PPP
Alternative equivalent Level 3 qualifications such as City and Guilds Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma (1080) will also be considered.
Access to HE DiplomaD: 0 credits
M: 0 credits
P: 45 credits
Scottish HigherCCD
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)MP
Alternative equivalent Level 3 qualifications such as City and Guilds Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma (720) will also be considered.
Scottish Advanced HigherCD
T LevelP - D*
We accept technical level qualifications to be used either as a standalone qualification to meet the UCAS tariff points or in combination with other qualifications to contribute to the total number of UCAS tariff points
Normally 5 GCSEs Including Maths and English (or equivalents) are required, however, applicants are advised to check with the University Centre if they do not possess the specific qualifications.
The University Centre may consider applicants with work experience within a relevant industry in place of some qualifications.
Applicants who believe they may be eligible for Accreditation of Prior Certificated and/or Experiential Learning (APCL/APEL) will be considered on an individual basis.
If you have any queries in relation to entry qualifications, then please contact the University Centre directly.
Additional entry requirements
- Interview
- You may be required to attend an interview and will be contacted directly if this is the case.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | Applicants for whom English is a second language must be able to demonstrate proof of International English Language Testing System at level 6.0 (with no component score lower than 5.5) or equivalent. |
Historical entry grades data
This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).
It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.
Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Per year tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|
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
Equipment and/or Clothing: suitable clothing for yard duties. If riding – riding hat to current standards (PAS015 2011, ASTM F1163; SNELL E2016), riding boots, gloves, jodhpurs plus schooling and jumping whip and body protector for jumping lessons.
Extra Costs:
Additional costs for items that are essential for the course include:
• £100 - If riding: Jodhpur boots, long leather or riding boots
• £90 - Jodhpurs (plain navy or black), breeches or riding tights, riding hat, hair net, gloves
• £10 - Laboratory coat
• £80 - College polo shirt, sweatshirt and Jacket (or plain navy or black)
• £30 - Strong boots or wellingtons for yard work
Additional costs for opportunities and items that are optional for the course include:
• £33 - College padded Gillet
• £25 - College rugby shirt
• £400 - Field trips and visits (including possible overseas trips)
• £70 - If jumping; Body protector to the correct BETA 2009 standards (purple label, level 3)
• £75 - If riding: Long & short whip, non-suede gaiters, white shirt and tie
• £22 - Waterproof trousers
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