Equestrian Psychology
BSc (Hons) Equestrian Psychology
FdSc Equestrian Psychology
The foundation degree and BSc (Hons) Equestrian Psychology courses investigate the unique partnership between horse and rider. To enable this, students develop an understanding of horse behaviour, human psychology and horse-human interdependence.
The courses also cover equine welfare, horse behaviour, learning and training of horses and enable students to develop coaching skills.Work based learning is completed during the Foundation degree providing students with opportunity to gain a well-balanced package of skills and knowledge, ideal for entry into the equine industry.
Key facts
- Use of facilities at Glyndŵr University’s Wrexham campus and its rural base in Northop, Flintshire which has excellent practical equestrian facilities
- Access to additional short courses and equestrian events held at the Northop, Flintshire campus
- There is the opportunity to study both equine behaviour and human sports psychology within the course
- Access to a variety of guest speakers and educational visits to enable learning within the work context
- Utilisation of a personal development portfolio (PDP) throughout the year which will enable learners to reflect on the development of their skills needed for employment
- Only course of its kind in Wales, and one of only two in the UK
Course Content
BSc (Hons) Equestrian Psychology
This top-up course enables you to gain an honours degree. You will study advanced equine welfare, equestrian science and sports psychology. You will also study research skills preparing you for your research project undertaken over the summer of the 12 month programme. The honours degree will prepare you for employment in the equine industry or for postgraduate study.
Career opportunities
The degree courses will prepare you for a variety of careers related to equestrian psychology e.g. horse welfare work, training horses, coaching riders or commercial equestrian yard management. You will also be prepared for employment in careers allied to the equine industry, for example research and consultancy work. If you have successfully completed the BSc (Hons) you may choose to progress to postgraduate level study.
Assessment
This is a continuously assessed course. Modes of assessment will include project work, research-informed practice, debate, presentations, vivas and seminar discussions. There will be both group-based as well as individual assessment. There are no examinations within this course.
Course duration
Full-time
One year (top up)
Part-time
Two years (top up)
Entry requirements and applying
Higher National Diploma or Foundation Degree
UCAS code: C866
Part time: apply direct
FdSc Equestrian Psychology
The Foundation Degree will enable you to study the latest research into equine learning, methods of training horses, equine behaviour and welfare, as well as sports psychology. You will develop a variety of practical skills during the degree programme that will either be included as part of your taught modules, or will be developed from the period of work based learning completed within the course.
Assessment
Assessments are designed to stretch and challenge all students and to address complex and debated issues within the equestrian psychology arena. The precise format of assessed work, such as reports, essays or presentations, is presented in a ‘module guide’, available for every module. The guides, issued at the start of each academic year, provide students with a range of information related to that module and include all coursework, with detailed assessment criteria provided for all assignments. There are no examinations within this course.
Course Duration
Full-time
Two years
Part-time
Four years
Entry requirements and applying
For the foundation degree in Equestrian Psychology you will need 120 UCAS points at A level or equivalent (a maximum of 60 obtained from AS alone). At least 4 GCSEs at grade C or above or equivalent (including English and Maths). A background in equestrianism is an advantage, but not essential. See information on general entry requirements.
Before you are offered an unconditional place on this course you will be required to complete a Criminal Records Bureau form and pay the appropriate fee, so that a check can be made on your suitability for working with children and/or vulnerable adults.
UCAS code: C865
Part time: appllicants should apply direct
