Course Overview
This course gives you the opportunity to gain detailed academic knowledge and an in-depth understanding of horse management and equitation through theory-based and practical sessions.
You'll be involved in the daily care of the horses through yard duties, including weekends which will develop the practical skills necessary to gain employment within the equine industry. You're also required to complete a period of work experience at an external placement during the course. You'll also have the opportunity to assist in the running of our commercial equine competitions. It's therefore compulsory students to live in Hartpury accommodation for the duration of the course. Successful completion of this programme will allow you to progress onto Higher Education.
5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above to include English Language and Maths.
Applicants for Equitation courses will need to undertake a riding assessment as part of the application process.
Our students have gone on to some fantastic careers in a wide range of industries and enjoyed some exceptional work placements all over the world, helping them open doors to their dream careers. You’ll complete internal work experience, throughout both years, as well as an external block in your second year, to develop your skills in a workplace setting.
Course Overview
Course information
This course gives you the opportunity to gain detailed academic knowledge and an in-depth understanding of horse management and equitation through theory-based and practical sessions.
You'll be involved in the daily care of the horses through yard duties, including weekends which will develop the practical skills necessary to gain employment within the equine industry. You're also required to complete a period of work experience at an external placement during the course. You'll also have the opportunity to assist in the running of our commercial equine competitions. It's therefore compulsory students to live in Hartpury accommodation for the duration of the course. Successful completion of this programme will allow you to progress onto Higher Education.
Entry requirements
5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above to include English Language and Maths.
Applicants for Equitation courses will need to undertake a riding assessment as part of the application process.
Career opportunities
Our students have gone on to some fantastic careers in a wide range of industries and enjoyed some exceptional work placements all over the world, helping them open doors to their dream careers. You’ll complete internal work experience, throughout both years, as well as an external block in your second year, to develop your skills in a workplace setting.
Why study Equine at Hartpury College?
Hartpury’s world-class equine facilities are used not only for formal learning but also for work experience, including at our own commercial Equine Therapy Centre and in our events department, supporting our international showpiece events and other high quality competitions, with the chance to work with some of the stars of the equine world. Many students also complete work placements out in industry, including at top yards and riding centres and in marketing and commercial roles.
Why study Equine at Hartpury College?
Hartpury’s world-class equine facilities are used not only for formal learning but also for work experience, including at our own commercial Equine Therapy Centre and in our events department, supporting our international showpiece events and other high quality competitions, with the chance to work with some of the stars of the equine world. Many students also complete work placements out in industry, including at top yards and riding centres and in marketing and commercial roles.
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Rated 'Ofsted Outstanding in all areas' for academic and curriculum-related provision
99.8% pass-rate
With a BTEC pass rate of 99.8% (Hartpury College 2024), our outcomes for students are exceptional.
Living in on-site college accommodation at Hartpury, you’ll be part of a vibrant and international community of students of all ages who share their experience of life at college and university together on one campus.
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