Bachelor of Equine Science (Honours)
Overview
Kick-start your research career and open doors to postgraduate studies by undertaking an honours year in Equine Science.
The Bachelor of Equine Science (Honours) provides students with the opportunity to pursue an independent research project within the Equine Science field, further developing their knowledge and passion for the global equine industry.
You'll be supported through your research project under the supervision of one of UQ's internationally regarded equine-focussed academics, and you'll continue to enjoy access to UQ Gatton's extensive range of facilities.
You'll acquire skills in research methodologies, research communication and entrepreneurship which will enable you to continue into a research higher degree or move into a diverse range of employment within the equine industry.
Program highlights
- Benefit from supervision through your research from an equine-focussed academic staff member.
- Complete an independent research project of your area of interest to extend your research skills.
- Study over an additional year or part-time equivalent and unlock further study options.
How you'll learn
Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.
- Research experience
- Laboratory work
- Fieldwork
What you'll study
At UQ, degrees are called 'programs' and subjects are called 'courses'. Here's a sample of the courses you could study in this program:
- Honours Research Project
- Advanced Research Methodologies
Career possibilities
Our programs prepare you for your first job and beyond. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:
- Equine welfare officer
- Bloodstock agency representative
- Racing industry technical officer
- Equine health marketing manager
- Equine industry development officer
- Animal nutrition and health specialist
- Racing and competition stables manager
- Equine adviser
Graduate salary
Science and mathematics (undergraduate)
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Next steps after graduation
As an equine specialist, you will establish a career in fields and industries such as:
- equine enterprise management
- agribusiness firms servicing the equine industry
- animal nutrition and animal health companies
- bloodstock agencies
- breed societies, equestrian centres and riding schools
- equine industry organisations and educational institutions
- equine journalism
- horse studs
- preconditioning and training businesses
- racing and competition stables
- sales and marketing
- statutory bodies administering racing and trotting.
I would suggest to any students wanting a career with horses, even if you haven't had much experience previously, to take this opportunity. You will complete this degree well-prepared and comfortable with anything the equine industry can throw at you.
I would suggest to any students wanting a career with horses, even if you haven't had much experience previously, to take this opportunity. You will complete this degree well-prepared and comfortable with anything the equine industry can throw at you.
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Entry requirements
Prerequisites
- a grade point average (GPA) of 5.0 on a 7-point scale, and
- have secured an honours project and supervisor, and
- satisfied any additional requirements set by the head of school.
Prerequisites
- a grade point average (GPA) of 5.0 on a 7-point scale, and
- have secured an honours project and supervisor, and
- satisfied any additional requirements set by the head of school.
English language requirements
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ
TOEFL iBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.
PTE Academic - Overall Score of 64 and 60 in all sub bands.
BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.
CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.
OET is not accepted.
There are other ways to meet the English language requirements. For some programs, additional conditions apply.
Student visas
International students who are accepted into full-time study in the Bachelor of Equine Science (Honours) are eligible to apply for an Australian student visa (subclass 500).
There are a number of requirements you must satisfy before a visa is granted, including the Genuine Student (GS) requirement.
Fees and Scholarships
Indicative annual fee
Approximate yearly cost of tuition (16 units). Your fees will vary according to your selected courses and study load. Fees are reviewed each year and may increase.
$4,124
2023
Fee information for 2025 is not yet available. Fee information displayed is for 2023.
$4,124
2025
Approximate yearly cost of tuition (16 units). Your fees will vary according to your study load. Fees are reviewed each year and may increase.
AUD $50,560
2023
Fee information for 2025 is not yet available. Fee information displayed is for 2023.
AUD $50,560
2025
Government assistance
Financial aid
As an international student, you might be eligible for financial aid – either from your home country, or from the Australian Government.
HECS-HELP
Domestic places in the Bachelor of Equine Science (Honours) are Commonwealth Supported. This means the cost of your education is shared between you and the Australian Government.
Instead of tuition fees, Commonwealth Supported students pay what are called student contribution amounts.
HECS-HELP is an Australian Government loan scheme to assist eligible students with the cost of their student contribution amounts.
Centrelink support
The Australian Government offers a number of income-support payments to eligible Australian university students.
Scholarships
You may be eligible for more than 100 scholarships, including:
How to apply
Applying online
All international applications should be submitted to UQ. If you prefer, you can use an approved UQ agent in your country.
The program code for the Bachelor of Equine Science (Honours) is 2417.
Applying online
All domestic applications should be submitted to UQ.
The program code for the Bachelor of Equine Science (Honours) is 2417.
Important dates
The closing date for this program is:
- To commence study in semester 2 - May 31 of the year of commencement.
- To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
To learn more about UQ dates, including semester start dates, view the Academic Calendar.
Important dates
The closing date for this program is:
- To commence study in Semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
- To commence study in Semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.
To learn more about UQ dates, including semester start dates, view the Academic Calendar.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants
For support with applying – or if you have any questions about university life – get in touch with our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies Unit.
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