Course description
Take your equine knowledge, academic skills and research practice to the next level with our MSc Equine Performance Science at ARU Writtle.
Our Masters degree focuses on horses’ performance through the study of gait evaluation, pathophysiology of injury, advanced and applied nutrition, exercise physiology, equitation science, human influences on equine performance, and methods to evaluate and enhance performance.
Study at our dedicated equine campus at ARU Writtle, set in rural Essex, and learn from a research-led teaching team. Our tutors are industry specialists supporting competitive horses in training. Through lectures and demonstrations, you’ll fully integrate theory with ongoing case studies to gain a real-life understanding of the ages and stages of training in relation to nutrition, farriery, training, breeding, behaviour and more.
We’ll look at current research-focused materials and work with cutting-edge technology to monitor and evaluate performance and welfare.
Our MSc Equine Performance Science is ideal if you want to develop your knowledge of performance development and enhancement in horses, and take the next step in your career.
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Suitability - Who should attend?
Main
- A first degree, with honours, in a related subject and at a minimum final classification of lower second (2:2) or equivalent. Applicants with a first honours degree at 2.1 or above in another discipline but with significant work experience in Equine Science or related areas will also be considered.
- If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.5 ( Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University.
Important additional notes
Our published entry requirements are a guide only and our decision will be based on your overall suitability for the course as well as whether you meet the minimum entry requirements.
Outcome / Qualification etc.
Careers
Our Masters degree is aimed at those wanting a wide base of knowledge of all aspects of equine performance development and enhancement.
As a graduate, you could apply your knowledge in a number of areas across the equine industry, including nutrition, design and development of equine training aids and technologies, consultancy, or research. Or you might put it to use in a practical business enterprise.
Training Course Content
Core modules
- Applied Research for Equine Postgraduates (15 credits)
- Professional Practice in Equine Science (15 credits)
- Biomechanics and Pathophysiology Applied to the Equine Athlete (30 credits)
- Human Influence on Equine Performance (15 credits)
- Welfare of the Performance Horse (15 credits)
- Performance Evaluation and Enhancement (15 credits)
- Advances in Equine Nutrition (15 credits)
- Taught Masters Degree - Dissertation (60 credits)
Why choose Writtle University College
Ranked Top University-Sector Institution in East Anglia for overall student satisfaction!
*Based on NSS 2022 Based on Taught Data
Beautiful rural campus situated close to the city of Chelmsford, 40 minutes from London and the coast.
Expenses
FEES
- £8,996UK students starting 2024/25 (full-time, per year)
- £15,900International students starting 2024/25 (full-time, per year)
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