Equine Behavioural Science DipHE
Writtle University 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 |
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Course Description
We are pleased to confirm that Writtle University College and ARU (Anglia Ruskin University) are joining together. The merger will happen during the 23/24 academic year. Writtle’s full range of Higher and Further Education courses will continue to be delivered on site at the Writtle campus, enhanced by resources available at nearby ARU. If you are starting your course in September 2024, your degree will be awarded by ARU.
Why you should study Equine at WUC…
- You will be able to choose from one of three distinctive specialisms.
- We have invested significantly in our equine facilities to ensure you get hands-on access to specialist resources.
- Our facilities include two large indoor riding arenas, floodlit outdoor ménage, stud resources, bespoke therapy barns, stables, water treadmill, solarium, round pen and oval horsewalker.
- You will benefit from lectures, practical sessions and interactive workshops to enhance your learning.
- We have a wide range of scientific and technological equipment that is used to enhance taught sessions, as well as enabling you to conduct original research projects that are relevant to the industry.
- You will benefit from our work with the likes of International Association of Animal Behaviour Consultants (IAABC) to bring you specialist tuition and support during your degree.
- Our research findings have been presented at conferences such as the International Society of Equitation Science, the Universities Federation for Animal Welfare and the British Society of Animal Science.
- Our course team includes experienced practitioners in both McTimoney Animal Therapy, Veterinary Physiotherapy and Equitation Coaching.
- You will have the opportunity to work with World Horse Welfare, assisting in the rehabilitation and training of their rescue horses in preparation for re-homing.
This two year programme offers you the opportunity to pursue a specialist interest in the field of equine behaviour.
The course covers a range of practical and theoretical modules in anatomy and physiology, nutrition, health, as well as the specialist behaviour modules where you will develop your knowledge and understanding of the academic theory underpinning the natural behaviour of the horse, incorporating principles of ethology and psychology and the application of this to training and husbandry procedures.
The course structure follows the first two years of the BSc (Hons) Equine Behavioural Science making it very easy to progress straight onto this course following successful completion of the Dip HE in Equine Behavioural Science.
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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Current jobs
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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 Behavioural Science DipHE at Writtle University College
| 35% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
| 15% | Information Technology Professionals |
| 10% | Elementary occupations |
| 10% | Customer service occupations |
| 10% | Artistic, literary and media occupations |
| 10% | Elementary occupations |
Grading & Study Time
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Animal Science
All Animal Science courses of Writtle University College
Costs
Tuition Fees Equine Behavioural Science DipHE
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
| Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| EU | £13080 | year 1 |
| International | £13080 | year 1 |
| EU | £14000 | year 1 |
| International | £14000 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
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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 Writtle University College
Writtle University College (WUC) is located in a natural setting near Chelmsford, where students can enrol in vocational subjects related to Animal Care, Agriculture, Equine study, and more. New students can expect a green campus specialised in animal and agricultural sciences, with the possibility of studying Part-time or as a part of their Short Courses or Certificates of Competence.
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Student composition of Writtle University College
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Total number of students enrolled at Writtle University College by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 685
- postgraduates:
- 60
- Total:
- 745
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Equine Studies”: 655 Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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