This three year degree has been specifically designed for learners with a particular interest in the science behind equine management and performance. The course will run alongside the College’s hugely popular BSc (Hons) Equine Studies.

Sparsholt College is renowned for its Equine Centre which is home to over 70 horses. The Centre has been designed to provide modern teaching facilities which include an indoor arena, three outdoor arenas, horsewalker, grass rides and cross country schooling fences. There are also microbiology; environmental, analytical and dissection laboratories; modern learning spaces and integrated electronic learning technologies.

The Equine Centre at Sparsholt College has been included within London 2012's Pre-Olympic Games Training Camp Guide and was recently host to Monty Roberts who conducted a scientific study of his work there.

During the three years students on this new BSc (Hons) Equine Science will learn:

• Equine Anatomy, Physiology, Exercise Physiology and Biomechanics
• Domestication and Evolution of Horses
• Equine Ethology and Behaviour
• Equine Health and Welfare
• Equine Veterinary Science
• Equine Therapy and Rehabilitation
• Rider PerformanceIntroduction to Organic Chemistry and Biology
• Genetics and Reproductive Technologies
• Research Methods and Analytical Techniques 
  

Lorna Cameron, BSc/FdSc Course Tutor at Sparsholt College said: “Our courses are always very popular based on both the Equine Centre facilities and our reputation for delivering excellent teaching. We have already had a high number of students apply for the September start date so anticipate that this new degree will be in high demand.”

For further information please call 01962 797283 and ask for Lorna Cameron, BSc/FdSC Course Tutor or visit www.sparsholt.ac.uk