Sparsholt College Hampshire
Equine Science (Top-up) BSc (Hons)
Sparsholt College Hampshire

Key Course Facts

Student Reviews

Below you can see course specific reviews of 25 graduates of Equine Science (Top-up) BSc (Hons) and other courses in agriculture, food and related studies at Sparsholt College Hampshire for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in agriculture, food and related studies.

Overall student satisfaction
80 /100
25 total respondents

Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.

The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

Salary

Salary of all UK Graduates of

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £23872 £19884 £22867
25-75 percentile range £20487 - £27274 £14892 - £25751 £17151 - £30379

Course Description

Why choose this degree?

  • 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 who are passionate about delivering and conducting the latest research.
  • 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 at Level 6.

What makes UCS special?

All our Equine Science and Equestrian Performance Management degree combine professional teaching in our BHS-approved Avansce-accredited Demonstration and Training Equine Centre with expert staff and cutting-edge teaching resources such as the Rider Performance Studio.

The UCS team are all BHS qualified and Avansce-accredited and bring their extensive industry experience. The Centre has hosted equine leaders such as the Australian Paralympic Equestrian Team for their London 2012 pre-Olympic Games training, research by world-famous equestrian expert Monty Roberts and clinics/demonstrations with World Performance Coaches Trainers and Riders such as Yogi Breisner FBHS and Vittoria Panizzon.

Students are encouraged and supported to undertake their own industry-relevant research, and our staff and students present their research at industry conferences and events.

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.

At Level 6, 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.

Throughout your course, you will undertake a range of industrial experience and careers development opportunities. A range of offsite visits and guest lectures give yet more industry insight.

How will I be assessed?

Tutorial support throughout your programme of study will help you to develop your skills and knowledge, using a varied range of assessments, including written exams, case studies, seminars, investigative reports and oral assessments.

Where can I go from here?

You can progress to further study on the MSc in Equine Behaviour, Performance and Training or another 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, laboratorybased research and scientific support of performance horses.

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.

Current jobs

Required skill level of job after 15 months

Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)

Example below based on all graduates of Equine Science (Top-up) BSc (Hons) at Sparsholt College Hampshire

35% Managers, directors and senior officials
25% Administrative occupations
15% Web and Multimedia Design Professionals
10% Skilled trades occupations
10% Artistic, literary and media occupations
10% Elementary occupations

Tutorial support throughout your programme of study will help you to develop your skills and knowledge, using a varied range of assessments, including case studies, seminars, investigative reports and practical sessions.

Entry Requirements / Admissions

English language requirements

test Grade Additional Details
IELTS (Academic) 6

Overall score of 6.0 with minimum scores of 5.5 in any of Speaking, Reading, Writing and Listening (CEFR B2)

Trinity ISE

Pass in each of Speaking, Reading, Writing and Listening (CEFR B2)

PTE Academic 60

Minimum score of 60 or higher in each of Speaking, Reading, Writing and Listening (CEFR B2)

We welcome applications from international students. For further details on the English language requirements, visa requirements and student life, please see our website https://www.sparsholt.ac.uk/international/.

Sparsholt offers a College Bursary of up to £750 per annum to all eligible students. Degree students can also apply for a grant to help cover non-travel costs associated with dissertations/ research projects, and subscriptions. For further details please see our website https://www.sparsholt.ac.uk/university-centre/fees-and-funding/.
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Equine Science (Top-up), BSc (Hons), if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

Tuition Fees Equine Science (Top-up) BSc (Hons)

Ireland £9250
EU £9800
England UK £9250
Northern Ireland £9250
Scotland £9250
Wales £9250
International £9800
Channel Islands £9800

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)

About Sparsholt College Hampshire

Sparsholt College is an institution that specialises in land-based courses and programmes, such as Agriculture, Animal Management, and related subjects. Among the main study options that Sparsholt College offers, applicants will find full-time and part-time courses that are delivered on their scenic farmland campus. For those who prefer to get their hands dirty right away, the college also offers a range of land-based apprenticeship placements.

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