Hartpury University and Hartpury College
Equine Behaviour and Welfare PgCert
Hartpury University and Hartpury College

Key Course Facts

Salary

Salary of all UK Graduates of

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £20947 £17457 £20082
25-75 percentile range £18315 - £23977 £13961 - £21631 £15919 - £25642

Course Description

This is the ideal postgraduate course for those who want to integrate advanced science with the field of equine behaviour and welfare. You’ll apply theory to practice in a supported setting, while developing new expertise to advance your knowledge and career.

Key to the course is optimising horse welfare through understanding the associations between behavioural and management strategies, as well as health and performance within the domestic horse.

You’ll benefit from world-class technologies including a well-renowned equine therapy and rehabilitation centre that’s leading the way in related research.

Alongside this, you’ll be encouraged to attend academic and industry conferences and engage with communities of practice to enhance your learning and professional network, including those hosted at Hartpury.

Our outstanding arenas host over 100 events each year, attracting leading equestrian athletes from across the world. We’re also home to over 230 horses and riders in our livery centre, spanning all levels, from novice to semi-professional.

This master’s-level qualification is a recognised qualification in its own right, but upon successful completion, you’ll also have the option to progress on to our Postgraduate Diploma or MSc in Equine Science, where you’ll be able to select from a diverse range of equine behaviour and welfare modules to suit your interests and career goals.

Entry Requirements / Admissions

Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Equine Behaviour and Welfare, PgCert, if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

Tuition Fees Equine Behaviour and Welfare PgCert

Channel Islands £3000
England UK £3000
Northern Ireland £3000
Scotland £3000
Wales £3000
EU £4333
International £4333

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.

University Rankings

Positions of Hartpury University and Hartpury College in top UK and global rankings.

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About Hartpury University and Hartpury College

Hartpury University is an animal and veterinary education centre located in the town of the same name, just ten minutes away from Gloucester by car. Among the programme options available here, prospective students can expect to find curriculums related to veterinary nursing, equine sciences, animals in sport, and more.

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Student composition of Hartpury University and Hartpury College

undergraduates:
2005
postgraduates:
140
Total:
2145
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Where is this programme taught

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