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Studying for a degree with an integrated foundation year will offer you a supportive environment if you have been out of education for a few years or do not have the necessary UCAS points from your recent course of study.
The Foundation Year (Equine) is the first year of a four-year undergraduate degree. Following the completion of the foundation year students will progress onto their pre chosen equine degree pathway.
Students can choose from the following integrated foundation year equine degree courses.
BSc (Hons) Equine Behavioural Science (with Foundation Year)
UCAS Code:DF42
BSc (Hons) Equine Bioveterinary Science (with Foundation Year)
UCAS Code:DF43
BSc (Hons) Equine Performance Science (with Foundation Year)
UCAS Code:DF30
BSc (Hons) Equine Performance and Business Management (with Foundation Year)
UCAS Code:DF64
BSc (Hons) Equine Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation (with Foundation Year)
UCAS Code:DF44
Course Modules
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| SEMESTER A | SEMESTER B | ||||||||||||||||||
| Academic and Personal Management Skills (20 credits) |
Independent (Themed) Project (20 credits) |
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| Biological Concepts (Introduction to Laboratory Skills) (20 credits) |
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| Maths and IT for Science (15 credits) |
Chemistry for Life Sciences (15 credits) |
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| Applied Industry Techniques (30 credits) |
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Please note:
Following successful completion, students will progress to the next year of their pre chosen Equine degree course programme.
Please see our Equine degree course programmes below for details of modules taught following the foundation year.
BSc (Hons) Equine Behavioural Science (with Foundation Year)
| STAGE ONE | |
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| SEMESTER A | SEMESTER B |
| Equine Anatomy and Physiology (15 credits) |
Equine Nutrition (15 credits) |
| Equine Practical Skills (15 credits) |
Breeding and Foaling (15 credits) |
| Equine Health Management (15 credits) |
Saddle Fit and Farriery (15 credits) |
| Introduction to Psychology and Welfare (30 credits) |
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| STAGE TWO | |
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| SEMESTER A | SEMESTER B |
| Research Methods (15 credits) |
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| Business Skills (15 credits) |
Equine Health and Disease (15 credits) |
| Young Horse Production (15 credits) |
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| Equitation and Coaching (15 credits) |
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| Equine Cognition and Training (15 credits) |
Measuring Behaviour and Welfare (15 credits) |
| Biological Basis of Equine Behaviour (30 credits) |
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| STAGE THREE | |
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| SEMESTER A | SEMESTER B |
| Capstone Project | |
| Behavioural Wellbeing (15 credits) |
Equitation Science (15 credits) |
| Applied and Clinical Equine Nutrition (15 credits) |
Current Issues in the Equine Industry (15 credits) |
| Applied Training and Behaviour Modification (30 credits) |
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Key
| OPTIONAL MODULES |
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Optional modules
Students can select one optional module in year two.
BSc (Hons) Equine Bioveterinary Science (with Foundation Year)
| STAGE ONE | |
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| SEMESTER A | SEMESTER B |
| Equine Anatomy and Physiology (15 credits) |
Equine Nutrition (15 credits) |
| Equine Practical Skills (15 credits) |
Breeding and Foaling (15 credits) |
| Equine Health Management (15 credits) |
Ethics and Welfare (15 credits) |
| Veterinary Microbiology and Laboratory Skills (30 credits) |
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| STAGE TWO | |
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| SEMESTER A | SEMESTER B |
| Research Methods (15 credits) |
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| Equine Research Technology (15 credits) |
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| Exercise Physiology (15 credits) |
Equine Reproduction and Genetics (15 credits) |
| Equine Behaviour Science (15 credits) |
Equine Pathology, Immunology and Pharmacology (30 credits) |
| Commercial and Professional Skills for Bioveterinary Science (15 credits) |
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| STAGE THREE | |
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| SEMESTER A | SEMESTER B |
| Capstone Project (30 credits) |
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| Applied and Clinical Equine Nutrition (15 credits) |
Current Issues in the Equine Industry (15 credits) |
| Equine Biotechnology (15 credits) |
Equine Growth and Development (15 credits) |
| Veterinary Epidemiology in Public Health (15 credits) |
Sports Medicine (15 credits) |
BSc (Hons) Equine Performance Science (with Foundation Year)
| YEAR ONE | |
|---|---|
| SEMESTER A | SEMESTER B |
| Equine Anatomy and Physiology (15 credits) |
Equine Nutrition (15 credits) |
| Equine Practical Skills (15 credits) |
Breeding and Foaling (15 credits) |
| Equine Health Management (15 credits) |
Saddle Fit and Farriery (15 credits) |
| Assessment for Performance and Health (15 credits) |
Functional Anatomy (15 credits) |
| YEAR TWO | |
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| SEMESTER A | SEMESTER B |
| Research Methods (15 credits) |
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| Business Skills (15 credits) |
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| Equitation and Coaching (15 credits) |
Young Horse Production (15 credits) |
| Exercise Physiology (15 credits) |
Equine Health and Disease (15 credits) |
| Introduction to Animal Biomechanics (15 credits) |
Extrinsic Factors Affecting Equine Performance (15 credits) |
| YEAR THREE | |
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| SEMESTER A | SEMESTER B |
| Capstone Project (30 credits) |
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| Influencing Equine Performance (15 credits) |
Equitation Science (15 credits) |
| Biomechanics (15 credits) |
Current Issues in the Equine Industry (15 credits) |
| Applied and Clinical Equine Nutrition (15 credits) |
Sports Medicine (15 credits) |
BSc (Hons) Equine Performance and Business Management (with Foundation Year)
| YEAR ONE Level Four |
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| SEMESTER A | SEMESTER B |
| Equine Anatomy and Physiology (15 credits) |
Equine Nutrition (15 credits) |
| Equine Practical Skills (15 credits) |
Breeding and Foaling (15 credits) |
| Equine Health Management (15 credits) |
Saddle Fit and Farriery (15 credits) |
| Equine Business and Event Management (30 credits) |
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| YEAR TWO Level Five |
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| SEMESTER A | SEMESTER B |
| Research Methods (15 credits) |
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| Training for Performance (15 credits) |
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| Grassland and Facilities Management (15 credits) |
Equine Health and Disease (15 credits) |
| Young Horse Production (15 credits) |
Applied Stud Management (15 credits) |
| Equitation and Coaching (15 credits) |
Equestrian Enterprise Management (15 credits) |
| Business Strategy and Operations (30 credits) |
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| YEAR THREE Level Six |
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| SEMESTER A | SEMESTER B |
| Capstone Project (30 credits) |
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| Digital Brand Management (15 credits) |
Current Issues in the Equine Industry (15 credits) |
| Conception to Competition (30 credits) |
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| Influencing Equine Performance (15 credits) |
Equitation Science (15 credits) |
| Applied and Clinical Equine Nutrition (15 credits) |
Consultancy Project (15 credits) |
Key
| OPTIONAL MODULES Breeding and Production |
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| OPTIONAL MODULES Equitation and Coaching |
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Optional modules
Students select either the breeding and production (blue strand) or equitation and coaching (green strand) specialism for their second and third years of study. Students must choose 30 credits worth of option modules both in Level Five and in Level Six.
Note
These are the modules that are offered in this academic year; however, the optional modules available may be subject to change for the following reasons:
- Staff availability - for example the availability of staff to deliver specialist modules, which cannot be delivered by staff who do not have the relevant specialist expertise.
- In response to feedback and annual review processes to ensure we continually enhance our programmes. Changes in these circumstances will usually be made for the benefit of students.
- Student demand - to ensure there are adequate numbers on a module to support the provision of an excellent Learning & Teaching experience.
- The currency of the relevant module. Some modules are specified at a time when they reflect the issues that are currently topical in the subject area. They may have lost that currency by the time that the student is required to exercise the option. In the circumstances, in order to ensure that students are provided with an appropriate learning experience, those modules will be replaced by those which are relevant to the changing nature of the subject area.
The Writtle University College will endeavour to ensure that any impact on students is limited if such changes occur.
BSc (Hons) Equine Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation (with Foundation Year)
| YEAR THREE | |
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| SEMESTER A | SEMESTER B |
| Capstone Project | |
| Equine Massage and Remedial Exercise | |
| Biomechanics | Sports Medicine |
| Complementary Therapies | Equitation Science |
Entry Requirements
Applicants should have achieved 5 GCSEs at Grade 4/C or above, to include English and preferably Maths. Equivalent qualifications in lieu of GCSEs may also be considered. Consideration is also given to applicants who have significant industry experience, but no formal qualifications. Applications from mature candidates are welcomed.
UCAS Tariff Points
GCE A Levels
Irish Certificate
Scottish Highers
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma
Overseas students:
Considered on individual merit and level of qualifications / evidence of English language ability. International students will need an IELTS score of 5.5 with a minimum of 5 in all elements.
Mature Students:
We particularly welcome applications from mature students, each application is considered on its own merit.
Extensive Equine Facilities
Our Equine Training and Development Centre situated on Cow Watering Lane offers extensive facilities to optimise the student experience
- Around 70 Horses on campus
- Equine Academy Centre
- Three Indoor Riding Arenas (24m x 60m), (24m x 55m), (22m x 22m)
- Oval Horse Walker
- Mechanical Horse
- Equine Water Treadmill
- Therapy Barns
- Outdoor Arena (20m x 60m)
- Stabling for 92 horses
- Semen collection area
- Classrooms
Due to changes in the facility to benefit the student experience, from the 2022/2023 academic year we will no longer foal mares on campus; we will however retain youngstock and our pony stallions
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Students interested in gaining specific foaling-related stud duties will be supported to gain experience with industry partners.
Our enhanced facility now has increased grazing for all horses allowing more students the opportunity to bring their own horses to university as well as additional space for events and commercial partnerships.
For more details please email the equine resource team, equineresourceteam@writtle.ac.uk
Learning & Teaching Methods
Students are taught using a variety of learning and teaching methods, depending on your chosen equine degree course these include.
- Stud and equitation practicals
- Tutorials
- Seminars and debates
- Small group tutorials
- Formative peer assessment
- Inquiry-based learning
- Problem-based learning
- Case studies
- Visits
- Online quizzes, wikis and activities
- Laboratory practicals, including dissections
- Computer software practicals
- Data collection and handling
Assessment Methods
Students are assessed using a variety of methods to ensure practical and academic competence, depending on your chosen equine degree course these include.
- Practical assessments
- Examinations - both multiple choice and essay questions
- Essays and technical reports
- Case studies
- Poster presentations
- Seminars
- Project development plan
- Reflective journal
- Dissertation
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