Equine Reproduction and Stud Management PG Certificate
The Equine Reproduction and Stud Management PG Certificate course consists of a selection of modules from the MSc Equine Science course. All subjects studied are equine specific and include: Equine Reproductive Physiology, Technology and Stud Management; Anatomy and Evolution; Veterinary Science and a Literature Review on an agreed area of Equine Reproductive Physiology or Stud Management. A strong emphasis is placed on student centred study in order to develop your skills of original thought, analysis, interpretation and reasoning; as well as encouraging you, where appropriate, to pursue specific areas of interest.
Why study the Equine Reproduction and Stud Management course?
- Flexibility Based upon the longest established Equine MSc course in the UK - established in the 1970s
- A challenging course taught by enthusiastic, helpful and research-active staff, and further enhanced by contributions from expert equine practitioners and academics, many of whom are of international renown
- Modules can be accumulated and count towards the MSc Equine Science
- Part-time route (1 day per week for 1 academic year).
- Optional European tour and equine conferences with lectures from international experts
- Proven gateway to careers in research and lecturing
Entry Requirements
A good undergraduate honours degree (2.1 or higher or an international equivalent) in Biological Science, Animal Science, Equine Science or closely related discipline. Occasionally we will accept students with a high 2.2 subject to a satisfactory interview. Mature students with relevant work experience (min. 24 months) are judged on their individual merits and suitability for the course.
Prospective students should ensure that they have arranged with referees for their references to be available as required.
Non-native English speakers are required to take a University recognised test of academic English language proficiency with required minimum proficiency levels equating to an IELTS score of 6.0 or a TOEFL score of 550 (paper based test) or 213 (computer based) with an essay rating of 4.0. Applicants who have successfully undertaken a Bachelors degree in a UK University are exempt from this requirement.