Equine Studies & Horse Care

The Equine sector continues to grow year on year, and there has never been a better time to study in this field.

SRUC has a unique blend of hands-on, skills-based learning combined with a classroom led theoretical approach This methodology produces “ready to work” students who are able to make an immediate impact in the workplace

Our students always stress the depth of knowledge of staff and diversity of learning that takes place on our Equine and Horse Care courses A high proportion of time is spent on practical tasks in the yard, and students are fully involved in the care and exercising of the horses, to support their classroombased learning

Our Oatridge Campus is home to the Scottish National Equestrian Centre, which has gained a reputation internationally as a prestigious venue in the equine sector We also teach equine courses at other campuses, offering new facilities, great local study options and progression opportunities

Horse Care courses (including the specialist Racehorse Care course) offer you a practical foundation in the subject; a great platform from which to progress either to work within the industry or continue your studies Equine Studies courses increase your practical skills and introduce more theoretical knowledge and transferable skills SRUC’s BSc (Hons) in Equine Science & Management degree is the only course of its kind in Scotland and equips you with the skills and knowledge to make an effective contribution to the equine industry

The UK has one of the highest quality equine industries in the world, and is internationally recognised as the leading source of equine expertise.

Equine Business Association

Useful Links

Find out more about our courses direct from our students and staff: www.sruc.ac.uk/experience

Find out more about courses related to Equine Studies and Horse Care on our website: www.sruc.ac.uk/equine

You might also be interested in learning more about SRUC’s courses in Animal Care or Animal Science.