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Writtle University College is one of the leading providers of equine education in the UK. We provide students with hands-on experience, using extensive equine facilities, whilst being taught by industry experts. We enjoy fantastic links with industry, including the likes of Equineenergy, International Association of Animal Behaviour Consultants (IAABC) and the Register of Animal Musculoskeletal Practitioners.
Our specialist equine resources include a recent £2 million investment in our equine campus:
Established in 1893, Writtle University College is set in around 150 hectares of beautiful Essex countryside, ten minutes from the city of Chelmsford and 35 minutes from central London.
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University Courses Include:
MVetPhys Veterinary Physiotherapy
This course is an innovative four year programme of study, which allows students to progress through a high quality course at undergraduate level directly into a fourth year at masters level, finishing with an MVetPhys Veterinary Physiotherapy which is the first Integrated Masters (MVetPhys) in the UK accredited by the Register of Animal Musculoskeletal Practitioners (RAMP).
BSc (Hons) Equine Behavioural Science
This degree programme at Writtle University College offers you the opportunity to pursue a specialist interest in the field of equine behaviour.
BSc (Hons) Equine Performance and Business Management
This programme incorporates the key themes of applied science, development of specialist practical skills, management skills for various enterprises and business skills for all aspects of the equine industry.
BSc (Hons) Equine Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation
This course provides students with an exceptional knowledge of many aspects of sport horse performance. Including detailed levels of anatomy & physiology, and factors affecting performance such as saddlery, farriery and biomechanics.
BSc (Hons) Equine Performance Science
This course is aimed at those individuals who wish to support their interest in the equine athlete, with a robust grounding in scientific principles relevant to the industry.
Postgraduate courses include:
MSc Equine Performance Science
Our Equine postgraduate programme offers you the opportunity to advance your subject knowledge, professional development and extend your career prospects.
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College Courses and Apprenticeships Include:
Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Equine Management
This qualification is for you if you want to work with horses. It provides you with a range of specialist technical and practical knowledge which will equip you to seek employment or further learning and training within the equine industry.
Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma in Equine Management
This course is for you if you want to work within the equine industry either hands-on with horses or within the wider allied equine service or business sector. This course also gives you the opportunity to progress onto Higher Education if desired.
Level 2 Technical Certificate in Horse Care
This course will enable you to develop your practical skills in riding or stud work, reinforced by the study of equine theory. This course is more practical and less academic than some of the other courses.
Equine Groom – Level 2 Apprenticeship
This level 2 apprenticeship has been specifically designed by employers to meet the needs of industry and provide you with the skills and knowledge to succeed in your industry.
Senior Groom – Level 3 Apprenticeship
The Senior Equine Groom is designed for those wishing to progress their career in the equine industry to work towards taking on more responsibility in the workplace.
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We also provide a number of Equine short courses and Apprenticeships.