Postgraduate Course: Equitation Science A (C-ES.1) (EQSC11054)
Course Outline
| School | Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies |
College | College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine |
| Credit level (Normal year taken) | SCQF Level 11 (Postgraduate) |
| Course type | Online Distance Learning |
Availability | Not available to visiting students |
| SCQF Credits | 10 |
ECTS Credits | 5 |
| Summary | This module is aimed at vets who want to develop a deeper understanding problematic behaviours in horses and how to resolve it. This module will further develop candidate¿s scientific skills and ability to utilise scientific theory in Equitation Science. There is an emerging recognition of importance of the integration of underpinning scientific principles of learning in equitation, and recognition that this can both enhance the performance and improve the welfare of competition horses. |
| Course description |
This assessment-only course forms part of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) postgraduate Certificate in Advanced Veterinary Practice.
This module will introduce the concept of equitation science. It will explore the cognitive ability and processes through which horses learn. By evaluating how these concepts are used to promote successful horse-human interactions and identifying how they contribute to the development of problematic behaviour, candidates will explore how they impact on equine welfare.
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Entry Requirements (not applicable to Visiting Students)
| Pre-requisites |
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Co-requisites | |
| Prohibited Combinations | |
Other requirements | None |
Course Delivery Information
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| Academic year 2026/27, Not available to visiting students (SS1)
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Quota: None |
| Course Start |
Flexible |
Timetable |
Timetable |
| Learning and Teaching activities (Further Info) |
Total Hours:
100
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Programme Level Learning and Teaching Hours 2,
Directed Learning and Independent Learning Hours
98 )
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| Assessment (Further Info) |
Written Exam
0 %,
Coursework
100 %,
Practical Exam
0 %
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| Additional Information (Assessment) |
Summative assessment:
¿ Scientific report (50%).
¿ Reflective case report (50%).
¿ Case log (pass/fail)
Formative assessment:
All students will have access to formative activities to assist with assessment preparation, including feedback on draft work prior to submission. All students have access to a range of study skills resources and guidance to prepare for assessment.
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| Feedback |
All assignments will be marked and feedback provided within a period of 15 working days following submission (excluding holidays periods whereby the University of closed, e.g. over the Christmas period).
Opportunities for informal feedback arise through personal tutor and live sessions as well as through email discussions. Formal feedback and feedforward will be provided only on coursework assignments.
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| No Exam Information |
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of the principal theories, terminology, concepts, and principles of equitation science.
- Apply knowledge, skills, and understanding when using techniques, technologies, practices and materials associated with equitation science.
- Apply critical analysis, evaluation, and synthesis to the forefront issues/problems/developments/equine sector, in relation to equitation science.
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Reading List
| The course reading list will be provided via the University¿s Resource List service and a link will be provided on the Learn course. |
Additional Information
| Graduate Attributes and Skills |
This course develops skills in:
Critical thinking
¿ Developing independent thought through questioning norms, practices and opinions
¿ Seeking relevant and appropriate evidence and understanding biases determining the significance of what is being expressed
¿ Seeing wider themes and patterns in information
Problem solving
¿ Synthesising information and translating into knowledge within different contexts
¿ Facilitating and co-producing solutions
¿ Considering complex systems with contradictions and uncertainties
Data and digital literacy
¿ Understanding, interpreting and questioning evidence derived from data and its sources
Adaptivity
¿ Being flexible as circumstances change
¿ Coping with uncertainty and ambiguity
¿ Applying personal drive, motivation and determination
Reflection
¿ Reviewing during and after actions
¿ Considering choices, decisions and their outcomes
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| Keywords | Veterinary,clinical practice,equitation science,equine welfare |
Contacts
| Course organiser | Ms Gemma Pearson
Tel:
Email: Gemma.Pearson@ed.ac.uk |
Course secretary | Mrs Sophia Hannah
Tel:
Email: shannah2@ed.ac.uk |
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