Course contact details
Laura Chera
Email:laura.chera@derby-college.ac.uk
Phone:01332 387400
Derby College
The Roundhouse
Roundhouse Road
Pride Park
Derby
DE24 8JE
Equine Science
- 2 Study options
- Undergraduate
- Broomfield Hall
- Awarded by:
- University of Derby
Course summary
This two-year course is specifically designed to combine the development of your academic knowledge and understanding with relevant vocational skills and competencies. It offers a choice of two pathways; Rehabilitation and Performance or Riding and Coaching.
Through active participation in the course, you will have the opportunity to develop an understanding of current equine scientific knowledge and its application to the practical environment. You will also develop an awareness of event management and marketing techniques, including social media strategies, in order to promote entrepreneurship and business growth.
This modular programme will be delivered through engaging lectures and practical studies in our laboratories and on-site equestrian centre and through work-based learning, equivalent to one day per week on placement. This will be enhanced through field trips (mandatory and voluntary) to enable you to apply theory to practice.
Your learning will be supported by our highly qualified teaching team who have a wealth of academic and professional experience in many specialist areas. Guest speakers will also ensure that you receive the most up-to-date professional experience and knowledge.
Delivered at the Derby College Group Broomfield Hall Campus, the programme includes 15 hours of taught material each week, with a minimum of 15 hours of expected self-study per week. The course offers both riding and non-riding options.
Upon completion, you will achieve a Foundation Degree from the University of Derby.
This course is regulated by the OfS and the qualification is awarded by the University of Derby.
All students benefit from access to the UDO online platform, the Derby College Group Learning Resources Centre, the University of Derby library, and the College’s Moodle pages.
The programme will run with a minimum of six students.
Modules
Course Modules
Modules:
Year 1
Anatomy and Physiology
Equine Nutrition
Yard Management
Riding and Training Horses
Study Skills
Animal Biology
Year 2
Animal Health and Welfare
Health and Disease
Equestrian Event Management and Marketing
Advanced Riding and Training Horses
Employability for Equine
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Broomfield Hall
Study options
- Foundation Degree in Science • Full-Time • 2 Years
- Foundation Degree in Science • Part-Time • 4 Years
Start dates
Application codes
- Institution code:
- D38
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
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How to apply
Application codes
- Institution code:
- D38
This course may be available at alternative locations, please check if other course options are available.
Course optionsEntry requirements
Typical qualification requirements
UCAS TariffOffer: 64
All applicants will be invited to an interview to discuss their qualifications, experience and any other related issues.
You should have one of the following:
• 64 UCAS points – from either an Extended Diploma or National Diploma in Equine Management
• At least two A-levels or AS-levels in a science-related subject
• A GNVQ/NVQ Level 3 in an equine-related subject
All applicants should also have at least four GCSEs at grades 9-4 (A*C) to include English, Maths and Science.
All applicants should also meet minimum riding requirements:
• Balanced position in walk, trot, canter and jumping and be independent of the rein
• Experience riding a variety of horses in a range of environments
• 13 stone weight limit
BHS qualifications would be advantageous but not essential.
We also welcome suitably experienced applicants who may lack institutional qualifications. All such applicants will be interviewed and may be set an appropriate piece of work upon which a judgement will be made, taking into account their academic potential and relevant experience.
You will need to be aged 18 or over at the beginning of the course.
All applicants are subject to approval from the University of Derby
You should have one of the following:
• 64 UCAS points – from either an Extended Diploma or National Diploma in Equine Management
• At least two A-levels or AS-levels in a science-related subject
• A GNVQ/NVQ Level 3 in an equine-related subject
All applicants should also have at least four GCSEs at grades 9-4 (A*C) to include English, Maths and Science.
All applicants should also meet minimum riding requirements:
• Balanced position in walk, trot, canter and jumping and be independent of the rein
• Experience riding a variety of horses in a range of environments
• 13 stone weight limit
BHS qualifications would be advantageous but not essential.
We also welcome suitably experienced applicants who may lack institutional qualifications. All such applicants will be interviewed and may be set an appropriate piece of work upon which a judgement will be made, taking into account their academic potential and relevant experience.
You will need to be aged 18 or over at the beginning of the course.
All applicants are subject to approval from the University of Derby
Additional entry requirements
- Interview
Historical entry grades data
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Per year tuition fees
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* 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
Fee may increase from September 2027, the fee stated is based on 2026 academic year.
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