Overview

Based at our purpose-built equestrian centre, BA (Hons) Equine Business Management will introduce you to all aspects of today’s modern equine business. Riding route (on-campus in Scotland) or non-riding route (online from Canada) available.

Work with the Centre’s top-class horses which regularly compete at horse of the year shows. This programme is endorsed by the British Horse Society and we offer free training towards BHS exams.You will undertake project work where you will investigate real-life situations, which will enable you to put what you have learned into practice. You may also have the opportunity to take part in equestrian events and activities organised throughout the year.Guest speakers and the use of equine evidence-based research will ensure you have access to relevant and current industry information.

What can I do on completion of my course?

A degree in Equine Business Management will provide you with excellent career prospects. Endorsed by the British Horse Society as training towards BHS exams, this award enables you to develop knowledge and skills highly valued by employers. Graduates could anticipate going on to jobs in public, private and voluntary organisations, taking on such roles as:

Yard manager

Coach

Schooling and training horses

Riding centre manager

Equine tourism

Equine research

Equine assisted learning

Equine rehabilitation

Self employment

You will also have the potential to become a local entrepreneur, with business start-ups in the equine, tourism and business sectors.

Accreditation

Endorsed by the British Horse Society

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Business and entrepreneurial effectiveness focus, including industry legislation, marketing and research
Horse anatomy, nutrition, fitness, behaviour and welfare
Sports science, psychology, movement analysis
Coaching and human performance

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months
Part-time
- 96 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-14 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

OR

78

OR

4

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Fort William, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Management Studies Agribusiness Animal Science View 987 other Bachelors in Management Studies in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

OR

78

OR

4

Schedule TOEFL®

PTE Academic

59

Schedule a PTE test!

IELTS

6

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

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Other requirements

General requirements

Entry to year one (CertHE):

3 Scottish Highers at Grade C or above or equivalent OR

2 A levels at grade C or above OR

NC in Equestrian Skills or Business Studies including level 6 study

Applicants with other qualifications or experience will be considered on an individual basis

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Accreditation of Prior Certificated Learning (APCL) may also be considered for those who have gained British Horse Society qualifications. Please contact the course team for more details

Advanced entry to year two of the degree:

Direct entry to year 2 may be possible with an HNC in an equine-related subject, or business subject with equine experience

Advanced entry to year three of the degree:

Direct entry to year 3 may be possible with an HND in an equine-related subject, or business subject with equine experience

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

16820 GBP / year

≈ 16820 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

1820 GBP / year

≈ 1820 GBP / year

Additional Details

Rest of the UK: £9,250 per year

Part-time

For students normally domiciled in Scotland: £915 per year

Rest of the UK: £1,542 (per 20 credit module)

International: £7,935 per year

Funding

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Overview

What can I do on completion of my course?

Accreditation

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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