Bachelor of Equine Science
Charles Sturt University
CRICOS provider number: 00005F TEQSA provider ID: PRV12018
Courses included
This course has been cancelled
About
Turn your love of horses into your career with the Bachelor of Equine Science from Charles Sturt University – one of only two Bachelor of Equine Science degrees in Australia. This course will prepare you for a successful career in equine health, welfare, breeding, equitation science, training, nutrition, performance, rehabilitation, teaching, research or business.
Alongside a choice of elective subjects, you could also choose to do a business management major. This course will equip you with the skills and knowledge you’ll need to make evidence-based decisions in equine and animal-related industries, ensuring you’ll be job-ready when you graduate.
Charles Sturt University offers world-leading technology and facilities, including a high-speed treadmill and reproduction barn and laboratory. and equine isolation unit. The Equine Centre has six stable blocks, covered yards and handling facilities, an indoor arena, several outdoor arenas and an undercover horse walker.
Areas of study
Equine exercise physiology and locomotion, equine facility and resources manager, equine health and welfare, equine management, equine nutritionist, equine re-trainer and rehabilitation, equine science, equitation science, reproductive technician.
The Business Management specialisation also includes advertising and marketing, business law, financial management, human resources, property planning
Career opportunities
When you graduate, you'll be ready to make your mark in a wide range of careers, including equine facility and resources manager, equine nutritionist, equine re-trainer and rehabilitation, equine welfare officer, reproductive technician.
Practical experience
Lab work, field studies, equine-focused work during your studies along with mandatory workplace learning experiences, professional practice and exploration of potential career avenues outside the university during university breaks.
Fees and charges
The Australian Government subsidises the tuition fee for this course. The remaining balance is paid by the student. Visit the Charles Sturt University website for current fee information.
Essential requirements for admission
Q Fever vaccination: Q Fever vaccinations are compulsory; vaccination clinics will be arranged on campus for on campus students in first year. Online students should consult with their doctor or look at the Q Fever Register webpage to find a nearby vaccinator.
Orientation Week, prior to the start of session 1, includes compulsory activities for on campus students only.
Admission criteria
Applicants with recent secondary education
Assumed knowledge: Chemistry, Mathematics Advanced.
Other applicants
Refer to the Charles Sturt University general admission criteria.
Further information
View all details of this course on the Charles Sturt University website.
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The academic content of all programs is subject to routine review.
ATAR profile
ATAR-based offers only (semester 1, 2023)
Use all ATAR profile data as a guide only; it provides a broad overview of the ATARs and selection ranks of previous Year 12 students admitted into that course. ATARs and selection ranks required for entry in 2024 may be different. If you are unsure about including a course among your preferences, contact the relevant institution.
- This ATAR profile table is in line with Commonwealth Government transparency requirements. It is based on offers to recent school leavers (ie completed Year 12 in the last 2 years) who were selected solely or partly on their ATAR. Note that some institutions further differentiate this information on their websites.
- The ATAR values exclude any adjustment factors.
- The selection ranks include the ATAR and any adjustment factors.
Abbreviations
– = data is not available.<5 = less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made.
N/A = no offers were made on the basis of ATAR.
NC = new course
NP = Not provided by institution
NR = No reportable profile
NS = No Semester 1 offers
NN = Unavailable (other)
NO = Entry on other criteria
Student profile
Course updates
Courses are added and cancelled throughout the admissions year and course details are subject to change. Check the UAC course search regularly.
Contact us
For more information about any of Charles Sturt University's courses, call Charles Sturt University on 1800 275 278 or search the Charles Sturt University website.
Study Link
Study Link is Charles Sturt University’s Preparation for University Study program, offering a suite of over 20 short, self-paced subjects that have been designed to help build academic skills, fill knowledge gaps and give you practical experience and confidence in studying online. Study Link subjects help your transition to university study, with dedicated subject coordinators available to help you along the way.
Study Link subjects are non-credit bearing and free for most Australian residents. For more information, visit Study Link on the Charles Sturt University website.