Agricultural University of Iceland offers BA/BS in Equine Sciences, a bachelor's degree in Natural Sciences programme in Borgarbyggð, Iceland. The programme runs for 3 years. It carries 180.0 credits (ECTS).
At a glance
Degree:Bachelor's Degree
Field:Natural Sciences
Duration: 3 years
Credits: 180.0 (ECTS)
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Equine Sciences is a three-year BSc programme of 180 ECTS at the Agricultural University of Iceland, taught at Hvanneyri. It mixes theory with practical courses and gives broad knowledge of the equine sciences, with special attention to the Icelandic horse. The main aim is a wide education in applied biology together with specialised knowledge of agricultural science and of horse biology, handling and training. Taking part in the practical courses is compulsory.
A foundation in natural sciences is developed through agricultural subjects and dedicated equine courses, and the third year concentrates on specialised equine topics. The wider curriculum covers growing crops, animal feed, breeding, the biology of livestock, how animals are housed and cared for, and basic chemistry and biology. The degree has 166 ECTS of core courses and 4 ECTS of electives, and ends with a BSc thesis project worth 10 ECTS.
Applicants need an upper-secondary leaving certificate or an equivalent qualification approved by the University Council, and they must provide confirmation of Knapamerki 2.
Requirements
Admission Requirements: Upper secondary leaving certification (Stúdentspróf) or equivalent qualification approved by the University Council. Recommended: level 2 competence in natural sciences, level 3 in English (especially reading academic texts) and level 2 in mathematics (general algebra and equation solving). Confirmation of Knapamerki 2 must be submitted with the application; if not completed before the studies start, it must be completed during the first two years, with proof submitted by the end of the second year or before enrolment in the course Riding I in the third year.
