This course centres on the all-round performance of the horse and rider, preparing students for a career in coaching, care and training in professional equestrian sport as well as a leisure pursuit.
The key focus if this course will be the underlying factors which affect performance, methods used to assess performance and the evaluation of a range of techniques which enhance performance of both the equine and the rider, whilst assessing the impact of external factors on success.
Students will develop an in-depth understanding of coaching methods, the importance of sports psychology, rider and equine anatomy, fitness and training.
Course Details - Modules
L4
Animal nutrition (with equine specific focus)
Equine behaviour, health and husbandry
Industry based learning
Introduction to animal anatomy and physiology (equine focus)
Management of the performance horse
Study Skills
L5
Industry based learning
Rider physiology and fitness
Equine breeding, conformation and performance
Equine sport performance for the future
Equin sport psychology and coaching
Course Details – Assessment Method
Assessment methods include case studies, examinations, written reports, research projects, practical assessments, essays and presentations.
Course Details – Professional Bodies
British Horse Society
How to Apply
26 January 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.
Application Codes
Course code:
73E1
Institution code:
C22
Campus Name:
Pibwrlwyd Campus
Campus code:
Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
Riding experience and four GCSEs at grade C or above.
Mature applicants will be considered on own merit, based on experience, interview assessment and other qualifications gained.
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Minimum Qualification Requirements
Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.
English language requirements
Test
Grade
AdditionalDetails
English Language Entry Requirement Information are not listed for this Course.
Unistats information
Student satisfaction :
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs):
0%
Go onto work and study:
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Fees and funding
England
9000.0
Year 1
Northern Ireland
9000.0
Year 1
Scotland
9000.0
Year 1
Wales
9000.0
Year 1
International
10000.0
Year 1
Additional Fee Information
Additional Fee Information are not listed for this Course.
Provider information
Graig Campus
Sandy Road
Pwll
Llanelli
SA15 4DN
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