Massey Equine Studies Major
Meeting the needs of the equine industries
Massey University offers an Equine Studies major in the Bachelor of Agriscience degree. The Equine Studies major will prepare you for entry into a career in a large variety of equine enterprises, both in New Zealand and internationally.
You will acquire a broad understanding of health and production issues, and will be able to offer the equine industry up-to-date and scientifically based knowledge.
Programme Structure
First year papers
115.106 Economics
286.131 Introduction to Equine Nutrition and Health
119.153 Applied Science (a) Chemistry & Physics
119.154 Applied Science (b) Molecules to Ecology
119.155 Communication in the Sciences
119.180 Introduction to Agribusiness
286.101 Equine Production
145.121 Introduction to Physical Geography
In the second year the compulsory papers are:
119.281 Decision Tools for Primary Industry Systems
161.120 Introductory Statistics
286.222 The Equine Lower Limb
171.102 Plants in Agriculture
286.211 Equine Reproduction and Breeding
119.258 Agricultural Systems
138.255 Engineering Principles in Food and Fibre Production
286.221 Structure and Function of the Equine Athlete
In the third year, the compulsory papers are:
286.321 Responses to Training in the Equine Athlete
119.381 Decision Making in Primary Industry Systems
119.358 Agricultural Production Systems
119.373 Integrative Studies
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Career Options
The diversity of the equine industry and associated enterprises results in a vast range of employment opportunities for motivated graduates.
Advanced equine studies can also be completed within the existing post graduate degrees and diplomas offered within the Institute of Veterinary, Animal and Biomedical Sciences.
More Information
If you want more information about Massey University and the Bachelor of AgriScience ring:
0800 MASSEY (0800 627739)
If you would to like to discuss the Equine Studies major email: equinepapers@massey.ac.nz
