Animal Science – Equine allows those with a passion for horses, the equine industry or equine science to pursue these interests at third level and still maintain a broad range of future career options within agriculture. A highlight of the degree is the opportunity to participate in a 5-month international work placement within a leading Thoroughbred or Sport Horse organisation. The degree provides the scientific knowledge and transferable skills necessary for professional leadership roles within many aspects of the Agriculture and Equine industries.
Bachelor of Animal Science - Equine at University College Dublin
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Bachelor of Animal Science - Equine at University College Dublin
University College Dublin offers the Bachelor of Animal Science - Equine as a full-time degree delivered on campus at its main campus in Dublin, Ireland. Taught in English and completed over 4 year(s), the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for animal science - equine and related professional fields. The next available intake begins on September 25, 2026.
About Bachelor of Animal Science - Equine
Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Animal Science - Equine at University College Dublin
English Program Requirements
International English Language Testing System (IELTS)
Taught Master's: A minimum overall score of 7.0 over all components and a minimum of 6.0 in each band on the Academic Version. The non-academic version is not accepted.
Research Programmes: A minimum overall score of 6.5 over all components and a minimum of 6.0 in each band on the Academic Version. The non-academic version is not accepted.
IELTS Indicator: A minimum overall score of 7.0 over all components and a minimum of 6.0 in each band. This test will be accepted for 2022/23 and 2023/24 intake.
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
Taught Master's: A minimum score of 100 is required in the Internet based TOEFL (iBT) with a score of at least 20 in each section.
Research Programmes: A minimum score of 90 is required in the Internet based TOEFL (iBT) with a score of at least 20 in each section.
TOEFL iBT Home: A minimum score of 100 is required with a score of at least 20 in each section.
Duolingo Test of English (DET)
UCD has approved the use of the Duolingo Test of English (DET) for the 2024/25 intake.
An overall score of 130 will be accepted with no section below 110.
Please note that this does not apply to the CEMS MiM / MSc in International Management. In the case of the CEMS MiM the Duolingo English Test will not be accepted.
Career Opportunities after Completing Bachelor of Animal Science - Equine
In addition to the career opportunities available to Animal Science graduates, Animal Science – Equine graduates are equipped to pursue careers in:
- Equine enterprise management
- Equine leisure, recreation and tourism activities
- Equestrian marketing and sales enterprises
- Sports journalism
- Academic teaching
You can pursue equine science research and development careers, and Master’s and PhD opportunities in Europe and the US.
Fee Information
Bachelor of Animal Science - Equine at University College Dublin
University College Dublin
Ireland, Dublin