BSc Equine and Veterinary Bioscience
Entry requirements
A level: Available to those who are studying for, or who have completed Level 3 qualifications (e.g. A-Levels or BTEC diploma) in subject areas other than biological science, and to mature-aged candidates who have the required GCSEs, experience and motivation. IB: Available to those who are studying for, or who have completed an international baccalaureate in subject areas other than higher level biological science, and to mature-aged candidates who have the required GCSE subjects (or equivalent), experience and motivation.
About this course
BSc in Bioveterinary Science. Core topics include Research Methods and Critical & Analytical Thinking. The programme spans four years and culminates in a Research Project. Practical classes place emphasis on equine physiology, and some teaching is delivered by veterinary surgeons, though the qualification is not recognised for practising as a veterinary surgeon.
Modules
- Building Blocks of Biology
- Communication Skills
- Fundamentals in Animal Biology
- Fundamentals in Ecology and Plant Diversity
- Microbes, Health and Disease
- Practical and Analytical Skills for Biologists
- Cell Biology
- Disease Diagnosis and Control
- Domestic Animal Anatomy and Physiology
- Genetics, Evolution and Diversity
- Skills for Animal, Equine and Veterinary Bioscientists in Equine Exercise Physiology
- Comparative Animal Physiology
- Introduction to Livestock Production and Science
- Animal Breeding: Genetics and Reproduction
- Applied Nutrition of Livestock, Horses and Companion Animals
- Immunology
- Research Methods
- Veterinary Health
- Animal Behaviour
- Human, Equine and Canine Exercise Physiology and Locomotion
- Vertebrate Zoology
- Behaviour and Welfare of Domesticated Animals
- Equine Nutrition and Pasture Management
- Equine Stud Management
- Research Project
- International Animal Health Study Tour
- Veterinary Infectious Diseases
- Veterinary Pharmacology and Disease Control