Equine

Based at our Equestrian Centre, which has all the facilities you would expect at a professional training centre, you will be taught by our knowledgeable experienced and supportive staff, many with elite international industry experience.

You’ll be in an ideal position to get a great job in the industry after you’ve gained your qualification, thanks to our close links with employers and industry mentors. Their input into our courses ensures that you gain the relevant technical skills and knowledge you’ll need to stand out in the jobs market. You’ll also gain great experience through work placements, industry placements and study tours.

As well as learning about horse management you can choose to focus on equine science, genetics, business management, rural events management or equitation, so you will have lots of career choices. Some of our students have gone on to become international grooms, professional riders, yard managers, nutritionists and equine physiotherapists.

You can also pick up top tips from visiting international stars like behaviourists Monty Roberts and Richard Maxwell, dressage riders Maria Eilberg and Gareth Hughes, show jumpers Ben Maher and Geoff Billington, event riders Paul Tapner and Michael Owen and Olympic course designer Bob Ellis.