In 2012, NMIT’s Bachelor of Equine Studies will offer a new learning environment, unique to Australia giving students who want to succeed in careers related to the equine industry an inspiring experience.
Some advantages of completing Bachelor of Equine Studies at NMIT are:
- interaction with students completing other Primary Industries (Higher Education) programs
- acquisition of broader skills and knowledge through Higher Education elective subjects
- hands-on training at Northern Lodge, NMIT’s major equine teaching and demonstration facility and operating stud farm at Eden Park.
Gain hands-on practical, scientific and industry management skills to go further in your equine career by learning about:
- horse anatomy, physiology, health and nutrition
- equine breeding, performance and sports management
- pasture and facility management
- farm business management
- equine legislation and law
Graduates of the NMIT Bachelor of Equine Studies have established careers as:
- stud manager
- equine industry consultant
- equestrian sports event management
- bloodstock agent
- equine nutritionist
- veterinary technician
- marketing, promotions and journalism within the Equine industry
- government advisor on equine industry/policy
Students who have successfully completed the first two years of the bachelor degree may choose to exit with the Associate Degree of Equine Studies qualification.
About the Course
- Local Students
- International Students
- National Code: HEESEQST
- Cricos Code: 054078J
Campus: Epping
Duration
Full-time:
3 years
Part-time:
available
Flexible Delivery
Part-time not available to International Students
Modes of Delivery
Flexible, Classroom
Further Study and Careers
Career Opportunities
- Equine enterprise managers/owners and/or operators - experience required
- Equine education - may require a graduate diploma of education
- Bloodstock agents
- Equine consultants
- Equine industry marketing, promotions and journalism
- Working in a wide range of equine enterprises
- Government advisors on equine industry/policy
- Equestrian sports management
Entrance Requirements
Local Students:
Successful completion of Year 12 VCE or recognised equivalent with English and Mathematics (any) and either Chemistry or Biology, or successful completion of a TAFE Diploma course in Horse Studies, or mature age entry where applicants can demonstrate capacity to undertake work at degree level.
International Students:
Successful completion of Year 12 VCE or recognised equivalent with English and preferably Mathematics (any) and either Chemistry or Biology, or successful completion of a TAFE Diploma course in Horse Studies, or mature age entry where applicants can demonstrate capacity to undertake work at degree level. An additional requirement for international students is International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Level 6.Materials
Assessment Methods
Assessment will be based on one or more of the following: assignments, examinations, group/individual oral presentation.
Materials
Lists of materials required and book lists are provided at the start of the course.
Fees
Local Fees:
$12,000 per year. FEE-HELP is available for eligible students. For more information on fees and charges, please contact the department.
International Fees:
AU$14,000.00 per year
How to Apply:
Local Students
Full-time:
To start this course, apply directly to NMIT.
NMIT's open days are known as Super Thursdays - check out dates and times for upcoming information sessions.
Part-time:
Please contact the department directly if you are interested in studying part-time.
International Students:
Click to download an Application for Enrolment Form.
Do you want to improve your English? Enrol in our ELICOS program today!
Please contact the International Office for the latest course information on +61 3 9269 1666.
Units of Study
Credit points are a basic measure of student workload. All subjects are given a credit point value. Most subjects at NMIT are 12 credit points. A normal full-time annual workload is 96 credit points. The academic year is divided into two main semesters; full-time students usually enrol in 48 credit points each semester, part time students usually enrol in 24 credit points each semester or less.
