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PostgraduateProfessional Development Diploma

Equine Science (Online Learning)

The University of Edinburgh
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Course Overview

Offered by The University of Edinburgh, the Professional Development Diploma Equine Science (Online Learning) provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in agriculture and food science. this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 2-year full-time structure. Explore a science based approach to improve horse health, welfare and performance. This programme takes an in-depth, scientific approach to benefit the lives of horses. You will learn how to apply a scientific approach to the management of key elements of horse care: - health - welfare - reproduction - behaviour - nutrition - exercise You will gain a detailed knowledge and understanding of equine science and is excellent preparation for enhancing your career, or future independent research such as a PhD. A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 94% student satisfaction rating, and a 90% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Equine Anatomy and Physiology
Equine Nutrition and Metabolic Health
Equine Behaviour and Welfare Science
Equine Reproduction and Breeding
Exercise Physiology and Performance Management
Equine Disease and Clinical Health
Research Methods in Equine Science
Applied Equine Science Project
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

๐Ÿ“‹ Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:1

๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

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๐Ÿ’ผ Employment Breakdown

85%Working
15%Work & Study
90%Professional Jobs
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