Program Overview

Introduction to the Hippology Program

The Hippology Program is a three-year undergraduate program that focuses on the study of horses and their interaction with humans. The program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of horse biology, behavior, and management, as well as the skills and knowledge necessary to work in the equine industry.

Program Description

The Hippology Program is a 180-credit program that includes both theoretical and practical courses. The program is divided into three years, with each year building on the previous one to provide students with a progressive understanding of horse science and management. The program includes courses in horse biology, behavior, nutrition, health, and management, as well as courses in business, marketing, and communication.

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for the Hippology Program, students must meet the following admission requirements:

• Matematik 2a or 2b or 2c
• Naturkunskap 2
• Samhällskunskap 1b or 1a1
• Godkänt antagningsprov (admission test)

Program Structure

The Hippology Program is structured into three years, with each year including a combination of theoretical and practical courses. The program includes the following courses:

Year 1

• Hippologisk baskurs (7.5 credits)
• Hästens biologi I (20 credits)
• Pedagogik och ledarskap i hästverksamhet I (7.5 credits)
• Ridkonst och hästhantering - ridhäst I (25 credits)

Year 2

• Hästens biologi II (10 credits)
• Pedagogik och ledarskap i hästverksamhet II (15 credits)
• Företagsekonomi för hästverksamhet I (5 credits)
• Ridkonst och hästhantering - ridhäst II (15 credits)
• Verksamhetsförlagd utbildning I (15 credits)

Year 3

• Företagsekonomi för hästverksamhet II (10 credits)
• Pedagogik och ledarskap i hästverksamhet III (10 credits)
• Ridkonst och hästhantering - ridhäst III (5 credits)
• Ridkonst och hästhantering - ridhäst IV (5 credits)
• Verksamhetsförlagd utbildning II (15 credits)
• Självständigt arbete i hippologi (15 credits)

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Hippology Program can pursue a variety of career opportunities in the equine industry, including:

• Riding instructor
• Trainer
• Coach
• Equine manager
• Equine therapist
• Equine nutritionist

Research Areas

The Hippology Program is connected to several research areas, including:

• Equine behavior and welfare
• Equine nutrition and health
• Equine management and business
• Equine science and technology

Conclusion

The Hippology Program is a comprehensive undergraduate program that provides students with a thorough understanding of horse science and management. The program includes a combination of theoretical and practical courses, and is designed to prepare students for a variety of career opportunities in the equine industry.