FdSc Equine Science and Management
Course Details
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Department
Equine -
Qualification
Level 5 -
Course Type
Full Time -
Length
2 Years -
Location(s)
York
Course at a glance
Unlock your potential with our FdSc Equine Science and Management (Foundation Degree) programme, where passion for horses meets scientific and professional training. This course could act as your gateway to mastering the complexities of equine anatomy, understanding and applying knowledge of equine behaviour and equitation science and honing the business acumen needed to navigate the evolving equine industry landscape.
UCAS Code
8T22
Awarding Body: Askham Bryan College
Centre Code
A70
What you will learn
To support learning, this course uses the on campus commercial standard British Horse Society-approved Equestrian Centre, featuring indoor and outdoor arenas, weighbridge, equine solarium, saddle pressure pad and a range of horses. There are opportunities to ride throughout the course and gain practical skills. This course offers a blend of scientific knowledge and an opportunity to apply your knowledge.
As the equine industry continues to develop, the demand for skilled professionals with a comprehensive understanding of equine science, combined with robust business management and technical behaviour and equitation science skills, has never been higher. Our programme is designed to support you in gaining skills needed within the equine workforce, including health and nutrition, coaching and applied equitation science, event and business management, alongside vital transferable graduate skills and attributes.
This course can help you take a step toward a career in the dynamic world of equine science and management.
This course is 2-years full time (part-time study may also be available – contact he@askham-bryan.ac.uk for more information about part-time study).
Year 1 Modules
Key Information
Applicants should have achieved:
- 64 UCAS Points (2025/26 entry)
- 5 GCSE’s including Maths English and Science at Grade C/4 or above. Equivalent qualifications may be accepted in lieu of GCSE’s. Applicants must have successfully completed a full Level 3 study and/or have significant industry experience.
Some students may be asked to attend an interview.
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.
On successful completion of the FdSc Equine Science and Management, students may wish to consider progressing on to the University Centres BSc (Hons) Equine Science and Management Top Up. Allowing students to graduate with a BSc (Hons) Degree.
Alternatively, students may wish to consider careers in a variety of industries focused on equine health and management as well as business and events management.
UK, Isle of Man and Channel Isles Students on BSc Honours Degree/ BSc Top up/ Foundation Degree/ Extended Foundation Degree – £9,000
Please note that the fee status of each applicant will be assessed prior to any offer being made (Home Fee or Overseas/International Fee). Where required further information may be requested ensure the correct fee status is allocated. For further information about on studying in the UK and fee status, please visit UKCISA
Non-Home (Overseas Students) on Honours Degree/Foundation Degree/ Extended Foundation Degree – £14,000
Please note: fee information is correct as at the time of issue; but can be subject to change following changes to national guidance.
This programme requires students to undertake 300 hours of work placement. For the first academic year the 60 hours work placement hours are completed within the BHS approved equine centre.
Second year work placement can be completed with either an external provider or within the BHS approved equine centre which is arranged by the student.
All work placements are subject to a health and safety check by the college to ensure that placements are suitable and safe. Support can be made available via the module tutor to help locate a suitable placement.
If you are already working in the sector, it may be possible to APEL (Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning) this element of the course. Evidence of such employment will be needed, outlining duties etc for consideration at the APL panel, where applications will be considered on an individual basis. If you have any queries in relation to this, then please contact the University Centre team directly.
University Centre Askham Bryan fosters diverse talents and skills through a range of engaging assessment methods tailored to hone industry standard subject skills, as well as transferable skills and graduate attributes. From traditional coursework to time-constrained assessments that sharpen quick thinking, with each assessment opportunity you can showcase your abilities. You will engage in online assessments blending technology with information for adaptable problem-solving. Whilst presentations amplify your voice, and scholarly viva-voce discussions can deepen understanding. Practical assessments bridge theory with real-world application, helping to shape your subject expertise.
With our varied approach, learning isn’t just about meeting standards—it’s about discovering your potential within an educational landscape.
Extra Curricular
BHS Stages
Academies
HE Riding Team
t of this course, which you will need to pay for yourself. Lab PPE may also be required.
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