COURSE CURRICULUM

The BSc Equine and Veterinary Bioscience degree at Aberystwyth University offers a comprehensive program designed to equip students with knowledge and practical skills in animal health, welfare, and management. In the first year, students study core subjects such as cell biology, domestic animal anatomy and physiology, disease diagnosis and control, genetics, and skills for animal, equine, and veterinary bioscientists, complemented by optional modules in comparative animal physiology and livestock production. This foundation provides a thorough understanding of the biological principles underlying animal health and performance. In the second year, the course focuses on applied areas including animal breeding, reproduction, immunology, veterinary health, nutrition of livestock, horses, and companion animals, and research methods. Optional modules allow students to explore animal behaviour, exercise physiology, and vertebrate zoology, enabling the development of both theoretical knowledge and practical experience. The third year emphasizes advanced topics such as veterinary infectious diseases, pharmacology, and the behaviour and welfare of domesticated animals, alongside an independent research project that fosters analytical and investigative skills. Optional modules provide further specialization in equine nutrition, stud management, and international animal health, allowing students to tailor their studies toward career goals. Graduates acquire a unique combination of expertise, preparing them for careers in veterinary support, animal management, research, and further postgraduate study.