Postgraduate Equine

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Our Equine postgraduate department connects leading knowledge with industry best practice in a world-class professional environment. It’s where you’ll engage with professionals, academic researchers, horses and riders, at all levels of equestrian sport, who are influencing how we view the equine world.

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"The practical experience I got at Hartpury helped me come back to Canada and put all of it into practice. Being able to speak and assess on the same level as the other professionals I work with, like the veterinary physios, has been invaluable." 

Thalia Edwards, Human and Equine Sports Massage Therapist, MSc Equine Science graduate

Featured postgraduate equine courses

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Mres Equestrian Science
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MRes Equestrian Science

This unique Master of Research (MRes) degree is a specialised master’s degree that provides the opportunity to develop a deeper understanding of the core principles of research as well as the ability to undertake research in the equestrian science subject area.

Msc Applied Equine Science Hartpury
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MSc Applied Equine Science

Apply theory to practice on a campus equipped with world-class equestrian facilities, including competition arenas, equine therapy and rider performance centres, as well as over 200 horses and riders of all levels.

Equitation Science Hartpury
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MSc Equitation Science

Improve the welfare of horse and rider through ethical decision-making underpinned by the latest scientific research. This course can be studied in CPD module blocks, making it ideal for professionals, or via more traditional academic pathways.

Postgraduate Certificate Equine Behaviour And Welfare
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Equine Behaviour and Welfare (Postgraduate Certificate)

This is the ideal postgraduate course for those who want to integrate advanced science with the field of equine behaviour and welfare. You’ll apply theory to practice in a supported setting, while developing new expertise to advance your knowledge and career.

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Top 20

We're a top 20 UK university for postgraduate teaching, engagement, assessment, organisation and support (PTES 2023).

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World leading

Our research has been recognised as 'world-leading' and 'internationally excellent' (Research Excellence Framework 2021).

Celeste Wilkins
“Every day is different, but I spend a lot of time reading, writing and carrying out various data collection sessions for my studies. Hartpury has two of the most advanced riding simulators in an educational setting. I’m able to focus on rider movement, before taking my research to a real horse.”
Celeste Wilkins
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Fees & Funding

It's a good idea to think about fees and funding around your course as early as you can. We can help you to understand and take control of your finances. Here’s everything you need to know at a glance.

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Our specialist facilities match our specialist nature. Students benefit from access to some of the most advanced facilities in the world at an educational institution.

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