BBB-ABB with B in Biology or Human Biology. Candidates taking a science A level with an associated practical skills assessment will also be required to pass the practical component.
Combine your
desire to undertake work experience whilst studying at University. Our Equine
Science and Veterinary Bioscience at Aberystwyth University is engineered to
give you the head start in the ever so competitive career market. Equine and
Veterinary Biosciences means studying the biology of a range of animal species
in such a way as to provide you with the underpinning veterinary medicine and
scientific theory and examples using the horse (including some equine specific
modules) are used where possible. This includes how nutrition, welfare, anatomy
and physiology as well as understanding diseases, their diagnosis and control. It does not provide recognised training for
those wishing to practise as a veterinary surgeon, but may provide graduates
with a suitable pathway to a veterinary medicine degree programme.
Institute of Biological, Environmental and Rural Sciences (IBERS): 92% student satisfaction (NSS 2018)
98% of our graduates were in work or
further study within 6 months, 3% more than Biological Science graduates
nationally, (HESA 2018*)
Overview
Why study Equine and Veterinary Biosciences
at Aberystwyth University?
The syllabus of this course with the integrated year in industry is identical to its sister course BSc Equine & Veterinary Biosciences (D334) and complete your year in industry. Your work experience must be relevant to this degree and the year is assessed which will count towards your degree grade.
Students will have to organise their work experience under the guidance of our Director for Employability. There is no guarantee that the work experience will be paid. (If you cannot obtain a placement, then
you must transfer to its sister course BSc Equine & Veterinary Biosciences
D334).
During your year in work experience, you will pay a discounted tuition fee of which the information can be found here.
All students will have access to and use of superb teaching and research facilities including modern laboratories.
Internationally renowned passionate teaching staff who are experts in their fields for animal science and equine research.
A fantastic equine centre with Olympic size indoor arena, all-weather manège, round pen, horse walker and livery facilities including turnout.
Our Staff
The majority of teaching staff at the Institute of Biological, Environmental and Rural Sciences are qualified to PhD level and are research active. Vocational courses also have staff whose background lies within industry. The Institute has a large number of research only staff with whom students may have contact.
Modules
Please note: The modules listed below are those currently intended for delivery during the next academic year and may be subject to change. They are included here to give an indication of how the course is structured.
* Also available partially or entirely through the medium of Welsh
Employability
What opportunities are there for me?
Our alumni are currently in these following fields:
Research Scientist;
Working at nutrition companies;
Pharmaceuticals;
Progression to MSc and PhD postgraduate study.
Studying Equine science, you will develop specialist skills
including:
Ability to evaluate the
physiological needs of a range of species in health and disease, with a special
emphasis on the horse
Your year in industry:
Make no mistake, you will develop confidence and gaining experience in
the industry will stimulate your enthusiasm for the subject.
Completing a year in industry
will allow you to:
Apply the learning from your course to the work environment;
Make industry contacts;
Develop practical skills related to your area of study;
Apply your practical skills and technical knowledge after returning to study;
Enhance your CV and better prepare yourself for a job after graduating.
Students on this scheme should
note that the department institute does not have automatic placements for every
applicant. You will be responsible for finding securing the work experience,
however, you will have the assistance of our institute Work Experience
Coordinator and our dedicated careers advisor (James Cuffe, jpc11@aber.ac.uk). If
you fail to find work experience you will be able to convert your course to the
three-year version of your subject.
Teaching & Learning
If you are interested in the biology that
underpins the health and welfare of the horse and range of other animals, then
Equine and Veterinary Bioscience is for you. Here’s why we think Aberystwyth is
the very best place to make your journey of discovery.
What will I be taught?
You may investigate the subject from both
clinical and welfare perspectives through to the latest developments in animal
biotechnology, bioethics and infectious diseases. A detailed course structure
can be found by clicking the tab 'course content'. Example subject areas
include:
Anatomy and physiology;
Principles of genetics and metabolism;
Equine exercise physiology;
Management of the performance horse;
Equine study tour;
Principles veterinary science;
Animal behaviour and welfare;
Nutrition;
Equine stud management;
Applied veterinary science;
Veterinary drugs and veterinary infectious diseases.
How will I be taught?
This course will be delivered through a
balanced programme of lectures, seminars, workshops, practicals, field visits,
and lab work. You will have an opportunity to develop an understudy of
concepts, research and methodology relating to equine and veterinary
bioscience. You will explore this learning in laboratory research and
experimentation, as well as hands-on exercises. You may also participate in a
study tour, which will cover a range of different equine-related organizations
and may include racing training stables, studs, racecourses and veterinary
hospitals.
You’ll be taught by expert scientists, with
an international reputation, who conduct research in a wide range of equine and
animal science areas. Our lecturers are passionate teachers too, with years of
experience of communicating the science of the horse and other animals.
