WHY CHOOSE THIS DEGREE?Join us if you are interested in enhancing your knowledge and skills within equine science and welfare sectors including nutrition, welfare, research, biomechanics and sports performance. Gain the scientific skills and knowledge needed for a career in scientific support and management of the performance horse. Be taught by leading industry experts in outstanding onsite facilities. Access fantastic facilities such as the Rider Performance Studio and Racewood Eventing Simulator. Tailor your learning to your interests and career goals with optional units and dissertation in this one year course. Be taught by leading industry experts who are passionate about delivering and conducting the latest researchWHERE CAN I GO FROM HERE?You can progress to further study on the MSc in Equine Behaviour, Performance and Training or another MSc such as MSc in Veterinary Physiotherapy or PhD programme.Our graduates enjoy a range of careers in equine veterinary nursing, equine behaviour, breeding, nutrition and welfare, laboratory based research and scientific support of performance horses.WHAT WILL I LEARN?The programme is designed to prepare you for a career in scientific support and management of the performance horse. You will use the outstanding facilities of the BHS-approved Equine Centre as well as fully equipped laboratories to develop the vital skills needed. The optional modules enable you to choose the study path that suits your career aims, with equine science subjects such as Equine Genetics and Reproductive Technologies and Applied Nutrition on offer. You will engage with industrial experience and careers development opportunities. A range of offsite visits and guest lectures give yet more industry insight.