Overview
You'll study the current issues and insights at the forefront of equine performance, health and welfare, and the philosophical, ethical and legal issues related to these. You'll gain an insight into the latest scientific research findings, and critically examine these in a practical context. The research project enables you to undertake and develop your own research interests with the support of experienced supervisors.
The MRes courses offer you the chance to develop even further your understanding of equine research and specialise within the fields of either performance or health and welfare. On these courses, you'll enhance your research expertise, enabling you to analyse and report findings to a high scientific standard, and communicate them to a wide range of audiences.
Careers and employability
The Equine Performance, Health and Welfare course from Nottingham Trent University will provide you with the professional skills, experience and knowledge necessary to pursue a wide range of careers within the area of equine science and health and welfare. Potential positions and fields include:
- research assistant in animal or biological sciences
- nutritionist
- medical marketing and sales
- scientific journalist
- lecturer
- equine consultancy
- rehabilitation
- sports psychology and coaching
- equine behaviourist.
In particular students wishing to pursue the MRes course may continue their career in research.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Equine Health
- Ethics and Consultation
- Ethology and Welfare
- Research Methods and Data Analysis
- Research Project
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
More details
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Language
English
IELTS or TOEFL needed
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Health Sciences Animal Sciences View 1247 other Masters in Health Sciences in United KingdomAcademic requirements
GPA Your GPA, or Grade Point Average, is a number that indicates how well or how high you scored in your courses on average. Usually a GPA scales between 1.0 and 4.0, however different countries and universities can have different grading systems. Upper Second Class (required)
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English requirements
IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). 6.5 (required)
TOEFL® IBT The TOEFL iBT® is given online through the internet at desiganated testing site. The test measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The score refers to the total score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading), each subject has a range of 0 - 30. 83 (required)
PTE Academic PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English Academic) is a language test that enables students to demonstrate their writing, listening, speaking, and reading skills when applying to study in English. The score refers to a total score which ranges between 10 and 90. —
Other requirements
General requirements
MRes
- A minimum of a 2:1 or equivalent honours biological sciences degree.
- A minimum of a 2:2 or equivalent honours biological sciences degree.
Tuition Fee
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International
14500 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 14500 GBP per year and a duration of 12 months. -
EU/EEA
7000 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 7000 GBP per year and a duration of 12 months.
- Part-time UK/EU: £3,500
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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