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 2027-09-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
- Apply before 2027-07-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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PTE Academic

63

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OTE

140

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

240 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Dublin, Ireland

Disciplines

Veterinary Medicine Animal Science View 12 other Bachelors in Animal Science 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

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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PTE Academic

63

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OTE

140

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics, a laboratory science subject and two other recognised subjects.

General Entry Requirements (IB)

27

Subject Requirements (Mathematics)

GCSE C / A Level E
(or AS Level D)
IB SL4 / HL3

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

29100 EUR / year

≈ 29100 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

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EU/EEA Nationals

7574 EUR / year

≈ 7574 EUR / year

Living costs

Dublin

Ireland

1100 - 1800 EUR / month

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

Funding

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Overview

You’ll learn about:

Career

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

EU/EEA Applies to you

Living costs

Dublin

Funding

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