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Foundation Degree in Science - FdSc
Coleg Gwent Usk Campus
Full Time
SEP-25
2 Years
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Foundation Degree in Science - FdSc
Coleg Gwent Usk Campus
Full Time
SEP-25
2 Years
Select a an exam type
With a long history of teaching in Equine Science and outstanding teaching facilities for this specialist subject area, this degree, developed by Aberystwyth University, will allow you to explore horse reproduction including breeding technologies, its nutrition, welfare and care for maximum performance and its management in relation to exercise physiology and health. This two-year vocational qualification is perfect for anyone wishing to gain a valuable qualification and experience in the equine industry. The FdSc Equine Studies course includes practical instruction of the care and daily management of the horse and has a strong industry and business flavour. A number of science modules will ease you into BSc equine courses if you wish to progress.Students who successfully complete the Foundation Degree are automatically offered entry into the 2nd year of a suitable degree programme at Aberystwyth University. The University will also offer students who demonstrate consistently good performance entry into the final year of a suitable degree programme.
Your Aberystwyth University Foundation Degree in Equine Studies leads to a range of careers. Many of our alumni are currently pursuing careers in the following:- Research Science;- Working at nutrition companies;- Stud management;- Agriculture business;- Scientific journalism;
Studying Equine science, you will develop specialist skills which include:- Ability to evaluate the nutrition, training and welfare needs of horses;- Undertake physiological assessment and monitoring.
Exam type
A levelA level:
DDD - CCC Grades / Points required
UCAS Tariff:
72 - 96 Grades / Points required
Access to HE Diploma:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:
24 - 26 Grades / Points required
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):
MMM - MMP Grades / Points required
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015):
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The University welcomes undergraduate applications from students studying the Access to Higher Education Diploma, provided that relevant subject content and learning outcomes are met. We are not able to accept Access to Higher Education Diplomas as a general qualification for every undergraduate degree course.
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Aberystwyth University welcomes the Welsh Baccalaureate as a valuable qualification in its own right and considers completion of the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate to be equivalent to an A level grade.
Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.
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England
£9,250 per year
Students from England
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£9,250 per year
Students from Scotland
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£9,250 per year
Students from Wales
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£9,250 per year
Students from Northern Ireland
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£9,250 per year
Students from Channel Islands
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£20,715 per year
Students from EU
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£20,715 per year
Students from International
£20715 Per year
Aberystwyth University offers an excellent university experience and is consistently ranked amongst the best universities in the UK....
