What will I learn?
on this land-based course you will be based at the Equine Centre undertaking a lot of practical lessons and industry experience. You will also spend some time developing your English and Maths and writing some tasks that are based on what you have been learning in your practicals.
You will spend multiple days a week at the Equine Centre, caring for the horses and undertaking daily duties, as well as spending a term working at the College’s Animal Health and Welfare Research Centre. During the course you’ll visit a range of equine businesses and take part in trips to event venues such as The London Horse Show and Blenheim, helping you to gain a real insight into the industry.
Topics covered
- Health and safety
- Exercising horses
- Caring for horses
- Maintaining equine health
- Animal accommodation
- Feeding and watering
- Handling animals
What grades will I need?
Two or more GCSEs at grade 1-3 or above.
If you wish to pursue an equitation pathway, we will invite you to an equitation workshop, which we will use to confirm the most appropriate pathway for you.
What can I study next?
Level 2 Equine Studies
Careers
- Groom
- Yard Assistant
- Stud Worker
- Equine retail assistant in a tack shop or business
