Turn your love of horses into a career, with our Bachelor of Equine Science. Charles Sturt University is now Australia's only provider of this unique course. The Bachelor of Equine Science will prepare you for a successful career in equine health, welfare, breeding, equitation science, training, nutrition, performance, rehabilitation, teaching, research or business.

Alongside a choice of elective subjects, you could also choose to do a business management major. This course will equip you with the skills and knowledge you’ll need to make evidence-based decisions in equine and animal-related industries, ensuring you’ll be job-ready when you graduate.

Academic Entry requirements

• A completed High School Certificate with a minimum ATAR required (including adjustment factors) or equivalent.
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• A completed Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) with an equivalent ranking to the currently listed ATAR.
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• Successful completion of two University level subjects (AQF level Associate Degree or higher) demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies.
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• A completed AQF Certificate III or higher level qualification.
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• 50% completion of an AQF Diploma level qualification.
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• A completed Tertiary Preparation Course from an Australian University or an accredited provider demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies.
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• A minimum of three years relevant work experience AND documentary evidence of motivation to undertake university study in equine science. Such evidence must include a statement by the applicant addressing their work experience, the reason(s) for their interest in the course and what they have done (or will do) to prepare for the course. A statement of support (recommendation) from an employer or a professional person is highly desirable.

Language Requirements

Standard English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements apply.

When you graduate, you'll be ready to make your mark in a wide range of careers, including:

• Equine facility and resources manager
• Equine nutritionist
• Equine re-trainer and rehabilitation
• Equine welfare officer
• Reproductive technician