Equine and Veterinary Bioscience

Equine and veterinary bioscience at Aberystwyth is described as the only degree of its kind in the UK, capitalising on the university's long-established reputation for equine courses, its research strengths in animal disease, nutrition, reproduction, and behaviour, and its collaborative links with practising veterinary surgeons at the Wales Veterinary Science Centre. The degree provides you with skills and knowledge related to the health and welfare of horses and a range of other animals, occupying a distinctive space between biological science and the practical world of animal health and veterinary practice.

At Aberystwyth University, this three-year full-time programme develops your understanding of the biological and clinical sciences relevant to equine and animal health, including anatomy and physiology, nutrition, reproduction and fertility, animal behaviour, animal disease, diagnostic techniques, and the welfare frameworks that govern the care of animals in different contexts. You will engage with the biology of the horse in particular depth alongside a broader range of veterinary bioscience content, developing the scientific literacy and practical skills that roles in equine science, animal health, and research require.

With a typical entry tariff of 136 UCAS points, this is a genuinely distinctive degree that attracts students with strong scientific ability and a specific interest in equine health and welfare. Graduates pursue careers in equine science and industry, veterinary practice support roles, feed and pharmaceutical companies, animal health organisations, racing and equestrian industries, research in animal science and veterinary medicine, and roles in conservation and zoo management. Many graduates continue to postgraduate study in animal science, veterinary science, or related biological disciplines, and some pursue graduate entry to veterinary medicine with the biological foundation the degree provides.