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The Bachelor of Animal Science (Equine Science) will help you understand nutrition, growth, health and performance in the equine athlete.

What will I learn?

The equine industry is large, diverse and economically important both in New Zealand and worldwide.

The Equine Science major will give you knowledge of equine welfare, behaviour and health and an understanding of performance nutrition and responses to training of horses.

Learn from the best

Massey University’s animal, agricultural and veterinary science professionals are among the best in the world. They will teach you about the latest developments in animal science. You will obtain a solid base in equine science. You’ll also learn about animal welfare, nutrition and growth as well as genetics and breeding.

Research-led learning

Massey has a number of internationally recognised animal-based research centres including the Equine Research Centre and Equine Parentage Genetic Services Centre.

Careers

The equine industry is large, diverse, and economically important both in New Zealand and worldwide. The equine major will prepare you for a career in a wide variety of equine enterprises anywhere in the world. You will acquire a broad understanding of health and production issues, and you'll be able to offer the equine industry up-to-date, scientifically-based knowledge.

The Bachelor of Animal Science will provide you the knowledge, attributes and expertise you require for the careers of the future.

Potential employers include equine regulatory, breeding, racing, breed, and sport organisations, and other equine enterprises in New Zealand and around the world. Roles could be in:

• Equine regulatory bodies
• Stud farm management
• Racing and breeding industries
• Sport organisations
• Other equine enterprises in New Zealand and around the world

Structure

Students must complete 360 credits including 195 credits from the core courses and 120 credits of major courses. No more than 150 credits at 100-level and a minimum of 90 credits at 300-level.