Top reasons to choose Equine Sciences at NTU
The link between animal and human health and wellbeing is becoming more widely recognised. The equine industry needs pioneers who have the dedication and expertise to optimise the lives of the equines on our planet. At NTU, we'll take your passion for horses and empower you to do just that. We work with a huge range of partners, so you'll get expert insight from renowned industry professionals who regularly join our own world-leading academics, meaning that you learn from the very best in the field.
Your study will focus on the major scientific themes of performance, nutrition, veterinary science, reproduction, and exercise physiology, all tailored to further your knowledge of the production, management and training of performance horses. To provide you with the very best degree possible, your course also compliments study towards the internationally recognised British Horse Society (BHS) examinations and United Kingdom Coaching Certificate (UKCC).
We're top 10 in the UK for Animal Science students who are positive about the teaching on their course (full-time first degrees) according to the National Student Survey 2024.
90% of our BSc (Hons) Equine Sports Science graduates are in work or further study within 15 months of finishing their degrees (of those available for work or study) according to the latest Graduate Outcomes Survey 2021/22.
93% of Animal Science students are positive about the learning resources on their course according to the National Student Survey 2024.
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You will develop your skills in and outside of the classroom: from field trips and key educational visits, to placement opportunities and our global exchange programmes. NTU students also benefit from work-like experience opportunities embedded directly into their course.
Previously, students have completed a project with the British Horse Society to develop their skills and build valuable industry connections.
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Study abroad as part of your NTU degree
Our study abroad opportunities offer you a flexible way to gain invaluable international experience as part of your degree. We have partnerships with over 300 institutions worldwide – study from one week to a whole year.
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See some of the facilities you'll get to use
You will be based at our Brackenhurst Campus – a stunning countryside estate, which acts as an outdoor classroom and is the perfect place to put theory into practice. It is only a short hop to the bright lights of Å·ÃÀ¾ÞÈé city centre though, so you really do get the best of both worlds.
Equestrian Centre
Our British Horse Society (BHS)-approved training and livery establishment includes welfare-friendly stabling for 65 horses, international-sized indoor and outdoor arenas, a horse-walker, research arena and performance analysis room.
Bring your horse
We offer a limited number of student liveries so you can bring your horse with you to NTU. We advise you apply as early as possible if you are interested in a place.
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