Program Overview

Introduction to the Bachelor of Equine Science

The Bachelor of Equine Science (with specialisation) is a comprehensive program designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in the equine industry. This program includes various specialisations, such as the Bachelor of Equine Science and the Bachelor of Equine Science (Business Management).

Program Details

Awards

The course includes the following awards:

• Bachelor of Equine Science (BEquineSc)
• Bachelor of Equine Science (Business Management) (BEquineSc(BusMgt))

Availability

The Bachelor of Equine Science (with specialisation) is available:

• On Campus - Wagga Wagga
• Online - Wagga Wagga Please note that availability is subject to change, and it is essential to verify prior to enrolment.

Normal Course Duration

The normal course duration for the Bachelor of Equine Science (with specialisation) is:

• Full-time: 3.0 years (6.0 sessions)
• Part-time: 6.0 years (12.0 sessions) The normal course duration refers to the effective period of time taken to complete a course when studied full-time (Full-time Equivalent Duration). Students are advised to consult the Enrolment Pattern for the actual length of study.

Admission Criteria

To be eligible for admission to the Bachelor of Equine Science (with specialisation), students must meet one of the following criteria:

• A completed High School Certificate with an ATAR of 70 (including adjustment factors) or equivalent
• Successful completion of two University level subjects (AQF level Associate Degree or higher) demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies
• A completed AQF Certificate IV or higher level qualification
• 50% completion of an AQF Diploma level qualification
• A completed Tertiary Preparation Course from an Australian University or an accredited provider demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies
• A minimum of three years relevant work experience AND documentary evidence of motivation to undertake university study in equine science, including:
  • A statement by the applicant addressing their work experience, the reason(s) for their interest in the course, and what they have done (or will do) to prepare for the course
  • A statement of support (recommendation) from an employer or a professional person is highly desirable
• STANDARD English Language Proficiency requirements

Credit

No special arrangements apply for credit in the Bachelor of Equine Science (with specialisation).

Graduation Requirement

To graduate, students must satisfactorily complete 192 points.

Course Structure

The Bachelor of Equine Science (with specialisation) comprises 192 credit points, made up of:

• 22 x 8 point core subjects
• 2 x 8 point restricted elective subjects

Core Subjects

• ASC106 Equine Industry and Welfare
• ASC148 Introduction to Equitation Science
• ASC171 Animal Anatomy and Physiology
• ASC201 Equine Breeding Management
• ASC202 Equine Locomotion
• ASC208 Equine Disease, Injury and Rehabilitation
• ASC209 Horse Breeding Technologies
• ASC210 Equine Reproduction
• ASC248 Horse Behaviour and Training
• ASC273 Animal Nutrition
• ASC302 Applications of Equitation Science: Contemporary Issues
• ASC306 Applied Animal Pharmacology
• ASC321 The Equine Athlete
• ASC380 Professional Practice
• ASC412 Equine Nutrition
• ASC413 Equine Disease Prevention
• BCM210 Foundations and Techniques in Biochemistry
• BIO100 Concepts of Biology
• CHM108 Chemical Fundamentals
• IKC101 Indigenous Australian Cultures, Histories & Contemporary Realities
• MCR101 Introduction to Microbiology
• VSC114 Applied Animal Epidemiology

Restricted Electives

• ACC240 Financial Management of Small Businesses
• AGR220 Extension
• AGR237 Property Planning and Development
• ASC141 Riding Development
• ASC142 Equestrian Coaching
• ASC221 Animal Genetics
• ASC305 Parasitology
• ASC381 International Study Tour
• ASC407 Research Skills Development
• HRM210 Human Resource Management
• MKT110 Marketing and Society

Enrolment Pattern

The enrolment pattern for the Bachelor of Equine Science (with specialisation) is as follows:

Full-Time On Campus Study

• Year 1, Session 1: ASC106 Equine Industry and Welfare, ASC148 Introduction to Equitation Science, BIO100 Concepts of Biology, CHM108 Chemical Fundamentals
• Year 1, Session 2: IKC101 Indigenous Australian Cultures, Histories & Contemporary Realities, ASC171 Animal Anatomy and Physiology, ASC248 Horse Behaviour and Training, MCR101 Introduction to Microbiology
• Year 2, Session 1: ASC210 Equine Reproduction, ASC202 Equine Locomotion, BCM210 Foundations and Techniques in Biochemistry, ASC208 Equine Disease, Injury and Rehabilitation
• Year 2, Session 2: ASC201 Equine Breeding Management, ASC209 Horse Breeding Technologies, ASC273 Animal Nutrition, VSC114 Applied Animal Epidemiology
• Year 3, Session 1: ASC413 Equine Disease Prevention, ASC412 Equine Nutrition, ASC302 Applications of Equitation Science: Contemporary Issues, [RESTRICTED ELECTIVE]
• Year 3, Session 2: ASC321 The Equine Athlete, ASC306 Applied Animal Pharmacology, ASC380 Professional Practice, [RESTRICTED ELECTIVE]

Part-Time Online Study

• Year 1, Session 1: ASC106 Equine Industry and Welfare, BIO100 Concepts of Biology
• Year 1, Session 2: ASC171 Animal Anatomy and Physiology, MCR101 Introduction to Microbiology
• Year 2, Session 1: ASC148 Introduction to Equitation Science, CHM108 Chemical Fundamentals
• Year 2, Session 2: IKC101 Indigenous Australian Cultures, Histories & Contemporary Realities, ASC248 Horse Behaviour and Training
• Year 3, Session 1: ASC210 Equine Reproduction, BCM210 Foundations and Techniques in Biochemistry
• Year 3, Session 2: ASC201 Equine Breeding Management, ASC209 Horse Breeding Technologies
• Year 4, Session 1: ASC202 Equine Locomotion, ASC208 Equine Disease, Injury and Rehabilitation
• Year 4, Session 2: ASC273 Animal Nutrition, VSC114 Applied Animal Epidemiology
• Year 5, Session 1: ASC412 Equine Nutrition, ASC302 Applications of Equitation Science: Contemporary Issues
• Year 5, Session 2: ASC321 The Equine Athlete, ASC306 Applied Animal Pharmacology
• Year 6, Session 1: ASC413 Equine Disease Prevention, [RESTRICTED ELECTIVE]
• Year 6, Session 2: ASC380 Professional Practice, [RESTRICTED ELECTIVE]