Overview

The Bachelor of Animal Science - Equine (Hons) programme from University College Dublin provides the scientific knowledge and transferable skills necessary for professional leadership roles within many aspects of the animal and equine science industries.

You’ll learn about:

The growth and development of farm animals, how they function and their behaviour and welfare
The equine industry in Ireland,its global context and entrepreneurial opportunities
Equine health, reproduction, genetics, breeding, nutrition and exercise physiology
Advances and future directions in research with emphasis on equine genetics and reproduction

Career

In addition to the career opportunities available to Animal Science graduates, Animal Science – Equine graduates are equipped to pursue careers in:

Equine enterprise management

Equine leisure, recreation and tourism activities

Equestrian marketing and sales enterprises

Sports journalism

Academic teaching

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Animal Science

Animal Biology & Evolution

Genetics & Biotechnology

Animal Nutrition & Equine Industries

Equine Anatomy & Physiology of Exercise

Equine Genetics

Equine Reproduction

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-05-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-07-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2025-07-15 00:00:00 , EEA/EU

Language

English

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90

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Credits

240 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Veterinary Medicine Animal Science View 10 other Bachelors in Veterinary Medicine in Ireland

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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

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90

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants presenting the Irish Leaving Certificate (established) must have six recognised subjects, selected according to course requirements, and must obtain Grade H5, or better, in two subjects and Grade O6/H7, or better, in the remaining four subjects. For all courses in UCD, this must include Irish (unless exempt) and English.
Irish, EU and EFTA students* are eligible to apply for admission to all undergraduate courses and apply via the Central Applications Office (CAO):
For very high demand courses, a numerus clausus for EU applicants applies (i.e. based on the proportion of applicants achieving top grades from the various cohorts).

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

29100 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 29100 EUR per year during 48 months.
EU/EEA

7580 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7580 EUR per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Dublin

1100 - 1800 EUR /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Student excellence and achievement are recognised in UCD through a wide variety of scholarships and awards, which celebrate the diverse talents of our students. Many of these awards are highly regarded by employers and industry.

To award outstanding achievement and to attract students of the highest calibre from around the world, UCD is pleased to offer a number of Global Excellence Scholarships to international students.

These scholarships are competitively awarded based on academic merit and offered by country and/or by discipline. Students need to hold an offer before they can apply for a scholarship. Full terms and conditions apply.

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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