Bachelor of Equine Science

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to be able to ride a horse?

No. But there is opportunity for you to develop riding skills through industry practicum and project assessments particularly in first year.

Can I bring my horse with me?

Yes, you can keep your horse at the CSU Equine Centre in a stable with access to communal paddocks. Bedding is supplied and you supply your own feed. Local feed suppliers will deliver to CSU.

Are there any prerequisite subjects?

Preference is given to applicants who have studied mathematics and chemistry at Year 12 level but it is CSU policy not to exclude any student on the basis of prerequisite subjects if the student was unable to study any subject because of educational disadvantage.

How many contact hours are involved during session?

During full-time on campus studies, you will be expected to attend lectures, tutorials and practical classes for approximately 24 hours per week.

For students completing their degree by distance education, residential schools may be conducted in February, April, July and September. They vary from one to five days in duration and attendance is usually compulsory. They are generally scheduled between 9am and 5pm and commonly include a series of lectures, small group tutorials and practical sessions.

Can the course be studied part-time?

Yes.

Can I apply to study on a full-fee paying basis?

Yes.

Can I transfer from Equine Science into Veterinary Science?

For non-CSU students, applications for Veterinary Science at CSU involve the submission of a completed questionnaire (available on the Veterinary Science website after 1 August each year) and an interview for selected applicants as well as applying through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC).

Students of Equine Science at CSU can apply for admission to Veterinary Science by completion of the questionnaire and by a request to change courses.  Entry into Veterinary Science will be on the basis of your grade point average (GPA) in your completed years of study at CSU (or other Universities) and other criteria assessed through the questionnaire and interview.

More about applying to study Veterinary Science at CSU

What job might I get after I have finished the course?

A recent survey of graduates from the equine program at CSU found that the largest proportion were working in education and research, closely followed by roles in equine training, stud management and their own equine services businesses. Smaller numbers were working in the horse nutrition field, the racing industry and in government. Not all graduates from the course work with horses, as the broad scientific education and life skills you will develop at CSU will prepare you for successful careers in a wide variety of fields.