Sparsholt College Hampshire
Master’s (MSc) Equine Behaviour, Performance and Training Degree – Full-Time

DEGREE TYPE

MSc

DURATION

LANGUAGES

English

PACE

Full time

APPLICATION DEADLINE

EARLIEST START DATE

STUDY FORMAT

On-Campus

Key Summary

About : The Master’s (MSc) Equine Behaviour, Performance and Training degree is a full-time program designed for individuals passionate about understanding equine behaviour and performance. It focuses on training principles and practices, enabling students to enhance the capabilities of horses. You'll engage in practical learning experiences, supported by expert faculty and state-of-the-art facilities.

Career Outcomes : Graduates could pursue careers in various fields, including equine training, behavior consultancy, and sport management. Opportunities exist within veterinary practices and animal welfare organizations. There's also potential for roles in education and research, contributing to the wider understanding of equine management.

This Master’s degree course is designed to further develop the equestrian academic skills and knowledge of graduates, focusing on the field of equestrian behaviour, performance and training. Students would be expected to have an existing interest in the key areas of equine behaviour science and horse-rider interactions, specifically their impact on equestrian performance. Potential students may also come from a practitioner background within equestrian training and performance.

M Level units are delivered by tutors qualified at postgraduate level in relevant subjects, many of whom also have a strong British Horse Society (BHS) and performance horse background, most being research active. A full-time study will provide intensive training at postgraduate level for graduates with an equine, sports psychology or biological sciences background, and a two-year part-time pathway is also available.