Equine Science BSc (Hons)
WCG -Warwickshire College Group
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 15 graduates of Equine Science BSc (Hons) and other courses in Animal Science at WCG -Warwickshire College Group for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Animal Science.
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Salary
Salary of all UK Graduates of
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £20947 | £17457 | £20082 |
25-75 percentile range | £18315 - £23977 | £13961 - £21631 | £15919 - £25642 |
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Course Description
This comprehensive course covers all aspects of Equine Science to provide students with the key knowledge and skills to enter the equine science industry. During the final year there are three optional modules to choose one from, which will allow students to tailor this year to their specific interests.
From exciting new developments in equine microbiology, nutrition and reproduction through to advances in biotechnology; if you aspire to a career in equine science, research or clinical practice, then our BSc (Hons) in Equine Science is the course for you. Offering a rich and varied syllabus that explores equine science from both clinical and welfare perspectives, the course facilitates the development of real world professional skills and knowledge essential to those wishing to work in a clinical or scientific context. Whilst focusing on equine systems, the modules taught are specifically designed to deliver competence in transferable skills with relevance to a wide range of biological and animal science career paths.
This course is validated in partnership with Coventry University.
Please note: The agreed maximum rider weight to meet welfare guidelines for the current stock of horses at Moreton Morrell College is 13st 7lbs - this is for a rider dressed in riding attire (boots and riding hat). According to welfare guidelines, WCG are unable to provide horses for riders above this maximum weight at this time. Please consider this and factor this into your decision making regarding your study options.
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 Science BSc (Hons) at WCG -Warwickshire College Group
30% | Administrative occupations |
25% | Librarians and Related Professionals |
20% | Elementary occupations |
10% | Business and public service associate professionals |
10% | Sales occupations |
5% | Customer service occupations |
5% | Artistic, literary and media occupations |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Costs
Tuition Fees Equine Science BSc (Hons)
England UK | £8735 | year 1 |
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Northern Ireland | £8735 | year 1 |
Scotland | £8735 | year 1 |
Wales | £8735 | year 1 |
EU | £11950 | year 1 |
International | £11950 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
WCUC tuition fees are listed per academic year and will remain for the duration of your course.
The following course-related costs are included in the fees:
Annual £10 printing credit
The following course-related costs are not included in the fees:
Essential: Appropriate clothing and footwear for working with horses including a riding hat at the correct standard and gloves (for further details please refer to the HE Equine Dress Code)
Additional printing over and above the £10 printing credit
Cost of books that you might wish to purchase
Cost of electrical equipment such as laptops, notebooks and stationery for your personal use
Accommodation and living costs not included in the fees:
Sources of financial support
Bursaries
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 WCG -Warwickshire College Group
WCG is the name of the organisation that manages eight separate colleges throughout the English region of the West Midlands. As a collective, WCG’s member colleges offer a wide range of academic experience. Some of these include the land-based experiences offered at Moreton Morrell College and Pershore College, or the traditional A-Level and vocational pathways provided by Royal Leamington Spa College and Warwick Trident College.
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Student composition of WCG -Warwickshire College Group
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Total number of students enrolled at WCG -Warwickshire College Group by level Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- postgraduates:
- Total:
- 0
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Equine Science and Management BSc (Hons) | Scotland's Rural College University | - | - | - | £9250 | £16000 | - | Edinburgh | On campus Full-time | |
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