Equine Studies (Top-Up) BSc (Hons)
Aberystwyth University
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Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 40 graduates of Equine Studies (Top-Up) BSc (Hons) and other courses in Drama & Theatre at Aberystwyth University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Drama & Theatre.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in CAH25
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Drama & Theatre at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £22000 | £17500 | £20500 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £19500 - £25000 | £13000 - £21500 | £16000 - £25500 |
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Salary of all UK Graduates of CAH25
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £20903 | £17931 | £21753 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £17825 - £24915 | £12598 - £22386 | £15916 - £27274 |
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Course Description
If you have already passed an appropriate HND or Foundation Degree at merit level or above, the Equine Studies (top-up) scheme at Aberystwyth University allows you to complete a further year of study to graduate with a BSc degree.
Our one-year Equine Studies (top-up) scheme will build upon your foundation degree to further develop your skills in aspects of equine management and equip you with an advanced level of understanding in animal breeding and nutrition.
This skill set will equip you for graduate level employment within the equine industry in the UK and abroad, or for a wide range of advisory, commercial and educational work in the equine and rural sectors. The further development of your business management skills will be readily transferable to graduate level roles in other sectors of commerce and industry, and of great use in starting your own business.
Why study Equine Studies at Aberystwyth University?
- You will have access to superb teaching and research facilities including state of the art labs.
- You will be taught by our internationally renowned passionate teaching staff who are experts in their fields for animal science and equine research.
- We have superb facilities, including a large equine teaching centre with Olympic size indoor arena, all-weather manège, round pen, horse walker, weigh bridge, solarium, stables and foaling boxes with CCTV, demonstration areas and livery facilities including turnout.
- Our equine centre is a British Horse Society (BHS) Approved Training Centre, where you can study for your BHS qualifications
- Aberystwyth is located in an outstanding coastal location with miles of unspoiled beaches to gallop upon, just a few miles from the equine centre!
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Equine Studies (Top-Up) BSc (Hons) at Aberystwyth University
| 20% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
| 15% | Caring personal services |
| 10% | Sales occupations |
| 10% | Customer service occupations |
| 10% | Welfare Professionals |
| 5% | Process, plant and machine operatives |
| 5% | Caring personal services |
| 5% | Welfare and housing associate professionals |
| 5% | Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation |
| 5% | Elementary occupations |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
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English language requirements
| test | Grade | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|
| Cambridge English Advanced | ||
| Cambridge English Proficiency | ||
| IELTS (Academic) | 6.5 | With minimum 5.5 in each component. |
| PTE Academic | 55 | With minimum score of 51 in any component. |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 88 | With minimum scores in components as follows: Listening 21; Writing 21; Reading 22; Speaking 23. |
Costs
Tuition Fees Equine Studies (Top-Up) BSc (Hons)
| England UK | £9000 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | £9000 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9000 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9000 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9000 | year 1 |
| Ireland | £9000 | year 1 |
| EU | £18830 | year 1 |
| International | £18830 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
The UK and Welsh Governments have confirmed that EU students commencing their studies in the academic year 2021/22 will no longer be eligible for home fee status. Fees for EU students will therefore be charged in line with international fees from 2021/22 onwards.
Please note Irish nationals will continue to be eligible for home fee status and support by the Welsh Government under the Common Travel Area arrangement
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
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About Aberystwyth University
Aberystwyth University (Aber) was founded in 1872 in Aberystwyth, Wales. This university has earned itself an impressive array of awards in various domains, including in teaching standards and post-graduate employability. Whether you enjoy walking by the beach or visiting the historic town centre, Aberystwyth is a superb option for those students looking for a quiet place to focus on their academic goals.
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