
Equine Performance and Welfare (with Foundation Year) BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Equine Performance and Welfare (with Foundation Year) BSc (Hons)
If youre passionate about the human-horse relationship from an equine welfare perspective, and want to understand how horses interpret our world to enhance their wellbeing, then this is the ideal course for you. Lead the future of equestrian sport through performance, welfare, and one welfare thinking.
The foundation year entry provides an alternative route into degree-level study. It’s ideal for those who need to gain subject-specific knowledge and skills in order to progress with the full BSc qualification.
Youll be uniquely equipped to lead eque...
<strong>If youre passionate about the human-horse relationship from an equine welfare perspective, and want to understand how horses interpret our world to enhance their wellbeing, then this is the ideal course for you. Lead the future of equestrian sport through performance, welfare, and one welfare thinking.</strong><br/><br/>The foundation year entry provides an alternative route into degree-level study. It’s ideal for those who need to gain subject-specific knowledge and skills in order to progress with the full BSc qualification.<br/><br/>Youll be uniquely equipped to lead equestrian sport into a more sustainable and welfare-driven future. We’ll support you to adopt an innovative and scientific mind-set, building both specialist and transferable skills to help you stand out when you graduate. You’ll explore the science behind sustainable equestrian success while actively promoting a “good life” for all. <br/><br/>Graduates of this course will influence, educate, and drive meaningful change across equestrian welfare, performance, and policy landscapes across the racing, sports and charitable sectors of the industry.
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
DF2W
Institution Code
H22
Points of Entry
Foundation
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
32
32 UCAS tariff points.
Scottish Higher
32 UCAS tariff points from at least two Highers. You must have completed two years study at Higher Level.
Access to HE Diploma
32 UCAS tariff points in an Access to Higher Education Diploma.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
32 UCAS tariff points in an IB Diploma, to include two Highers at H3 or above.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
PPP
PPP in an Extended Diploma in a relevant subject.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
32 UCAS tariff points from at least two Highers.
A level
E,E
EE or equivalent from at least one full A Level.
T Level
An overall grade of Pass.
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Fees and funding
Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
---|---|---|---|
England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |