Level 3 Diploma Equine Management Equitation Riding

Level 3 Diploma Equine Management Equitation (Riding)

Diplomas

If you're passionate about equine science and want to learn about the structure, diet, behaviour and rehabilitation of horses, then this course is ideal for you. You'll develop a strong scientific knowledge base as you study three core science modules on this course. You'll gain an academic understanding of equine science and hone your applied skills during a four-week block of external work experience during each year of your course.

Key Information

Course Duration: Two years
Part or Full Time: Full Time
Level of Study: Diplomas

Course Overview

If you've completed the Level 3 Extended Certificate in Equine Management Equitation (Riding), this course follows on from that. The course will give you the opportunity to progress further with your studies and continue to enhance your theory based knowledge and practical skills by utilising the outstanding equine facilities on campus.

You'll be involved in the daily care of the horses through yard duties which will develop the practical skills necessary to gain employment within the equine industry e.g. a riding school, competition yard, livery yard or therapy centre. Successful completion of this programme will allow you to progress onto higher education.

Achieve a merit or above in Level 3 National Extended Certificate Equine Management, grade 4 or above in GCSE English, Mathematics and/or science, and receive a satisfactory reference from course tutor

Whether you need the skills and knowledge to step into a successful career within the equine industry, or the qualification to progress into higher education, this course will support you in achieving your career goals.

Some of our students have gone on to some fantastic careers in a wide range of industries and enjoyed some exceptional work placements all over the world, helping them open doors to their dream careers.

Course Overview

Course information

If you've completed the Level 3 Extended Certificate in Equine Management Equitation (Riding), this course follows on from that. The course will give you the opportunity to progress further with your studies and continue to enhance your theory based knowledge and practical skills by utilising the outstanding equine facilities on campus.

You'll be involved in the daily care of the horses through yard duties which will develop the practical skills necessary to gain employment within the equine industry e.g. a riding school, competition yard, livery yard or therapy centre. Successful completion of this programme will allow you to progress onto higher education.

Entry requirements

Achieve a merit or above in Level 3 National Extended Certificate Equine Management, grade 4 or above in GCSE English, Mathematics and/or science, and receive a satisfactory reference from course tutor

Career opportunities

Whether you need the skills and knowledge to step into a successful career within the equine industry, or the qualification to progress into higher education, this course will support you in achieving your career goals.

Some of our students have gone on to some fantastic careers in a wide range of industries and enjoyed some exceptional work placements all over the world, helping them open doors to their dream careers.

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Outstanding

Rated 'Ofsted Outstanding in all areas' for academic and curriculum-related provision 

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99.4% pass-rate

With a BTEC pass rate of 99.4%, our outcomes for students are exceptional.

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Libby Kidney
“I really enjoyed getting stuck into lab work and practicals. We did dissections and looked at microbiology, using the microscope, working with antibiotics and how to relate that all back to the horse.”
Libby Kidney
Level 3 National Extended Diploma Equine Management (Science)

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Living in on-site college accommodation at Hartpury, you’ll be part of a vibrant and international community of students of all ages who share their experience of life at college and university together on one campus.

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Are you unsure about whether A-levels or a BTEC Diploma are the right choice for you? Find out the key differences and which qualification would best suit your learning style and your career and further study ambitions on our dedicated page.

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Access to world-class coaching

Our Equine Academy has a proven reputation for supporting and developing talented young riders to be the best they can be – both in their competition career and academically, opening doors to a career beyond their sport.

Whether you’re a dressage, showjumping or eventing star of the future with the potential to represent your country, we can offer you all the support you need to hit the heights in your chosen discipline. 

You’ll be supported by a world-class team of coaches and experienced support staff, plus you and your horse will have access to our multi-million pound facilities.