Equine Studies

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BHSQ Level 1 Diploma in Work Based Horse Care

This BHSQ Work-based Diploma course has replaced the NVQ award as a Level 1 introductory course in order to fit the new National Qualificati…

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Location: Myerscough College (Preston) or Croxteth Park (Liverpool)
Course length

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City & Guilds Level 2 Technical Certificate Equine

The Level 2 Technical Certificate in Equine Care provides practical knowledge and experience combined with academic studies. Stable manageme…

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Location: Myerscough College (Preston) or Croxteth Park (Liverpool)
Course length: 1 year

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City and Guilds Level One Award/Certificate in Land-based Studies Horse Care (14-16 Programme)

If you are applying for a place on the 14-16 programme please ask school to request an admissions form from 14to16@myerscough.ac.uk This co…

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Location: Myerscough College (Preston)
Course length: Award one year. Certificate one year.

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MSc Equine Science

The course is delivered at University Centre Myerscough and awarded by the University of Central Lancashire. The MSc Equine Science develops…

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Location: Myerscough College (Preston)
Course length: 1 year

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MSc Equine Science Part Time

*This course is now closed for international students as we do not have the sponsorship licence to allow part time international students to…

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Location: Myerscough College (Preston)
Course length: 3 years

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BA (Hons) Equine Management

*This course is only accepting applicants onto the second or third year of the course by way of transfer from a similar programme (year 2 en…

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Location: Myerscough College (Preston)
Course length: 3 years

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BSc (Hons) Equine Science

*This course is only accepting applicants onto the second or third year of the course by way of transfer from a similar programme (year 2 en…

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Location: Myerscough College (Preston)
Course length: 3 years

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Level 2 Equine Groom Standard

The Equine Groom is an integral part in the life of the horse. providing essential day-to-day care and will be involved with feeding, groomi…

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Location: Employer's workplace
Course length: 15 Months

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Level 3 Senior Equine Groom Standard

The Senior Equine Groom is a fundamental occupational role in all equine businesses and is an integral part of an industry that contributes …

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Location: Employer's workplace
Course length: 15 Months

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City & Guilds Level 3 Advanced Technical Certificate/Diploma/Extended Diploma in Equine Management

The College offers the opportunity to study at level 3 (A level equivalent) for students who wish to develop a comprehensive understanding o…

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Location: Croxteth Park (Liverpool) or Myerscough College (Preston)
Course length: 1 or 2 years

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Entry Level Three Skills for Working Life- Horse Care

If you are applying for a place on the 14-16 programme please ask school to request an admissions form from 14to16@myerscough.ac.uk This hig…

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Location: Croxteth Park (Liverpool)
Course length: One/Two Years- Thursday

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MSc Equine Science

The course is delivered at University Centre Myerscough and awarded by the University of Central Lancashire. The MSc Equine Science develops…

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Location: Myerscough College (Preston)
Course length: 1 year

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FdSc Equine Science and Management (Blended Learning)

The course is delivered at University Centre Myerscough and awarded by the University of Central Lancashire. This Foundation Degree has been…

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Location: Myerscough College (Preston)
Course length: 3 years

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FdSc Applied Animal Science (Equine Management) - subject to approval

The course is delivered at University Centre Myerscough and awarded by the University of Central Lancashire. This Foundation Degree has been…

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Location: Myerscough College (Preston)
Course length: 2 years

Equine Studies

The equine industry in the United Kingdom is expanding rapidly, with a turnover approaching £1 billion per year. It encompasses many different sectors, from racing, driving and endurance to dressage, horse trials and show jumping. These areas are supported by a large ancillary industry which provides extensive career opportunities.

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Myerscough College - Equine Studies - Arena

Fantastic resources

The equine department at Myerscough College has excellent resources including a busy international equestrian arena, indoor and outdoor schools, motion analysis software, coldwater therapy spa and specialist laboratories. As well as this, we have more than 50 quality horses on site of various sizes, breeds and standards, stabled in three professional and friendly yards.

A Reputation for Excellence

Myerscough College is widely recognised as one of the leading equine colleges in Britain. The facilities and expert knowledge of tutors provides an ideal learning environment. Our staff are active in equine research, with a particular focus on equine performance and equine locomotion.

RESEARCH STUDIES:

Investigating Risk Factors in Equestrian Eventing

Setting the gold standard for equestrian sports surfaces

Latest news, Equine studies

Former student Harrison Ashton with a horse

Meet our Equine Mentors

At Myerscough we work closely with professionals from across the equine industry to give our students current and up to date information and help them to develop the knowledge and skills they need for the wide range of job roles available within the industry.

Our equine industry mentors' scheme is set up to give our students valuable career advice and guidance from industry professionals that have not only been very successful in their chosen careers but have also been students at Myerscough College.

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