Transform your passion for horses into a career with a program focussed on strategies to improve their management, performance and welfare across the global equine industry. Build a strong understanding of horse and animal biology, structure and function in the Bachelor of Equine Science program. You'll specialise in agricultural biochemistry, microbiology and its relationship to health and disease, horse behaviour, physiology, biomechanics, breeding, nutritional physiology and diet.
Choose from a range of electives, including agribusiness, biosecurity, pasture and production courses. Throughout the program, you'll work extensively with horses from the UQ Australian Stock Horse stud, alongside UQ’s expert instructors and lecturers. At graduation, you'll have the scientific knowledge and practical skills required for careers in all aspects of the equine industry.
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 Equine health marketing manager Equine industry development officer Animal nutrition and health specialist Racing and competition stables manager Equine adviser Equine journalist
