FdSc Horseracing Industry Foundation degree at British Racing School
FdSc Horseracing Industry at British Racing School. You'll study core theory, research methods, and applied practice, alongside specialist options, an independent project, and professional skills development.
About this course
FdSc Horseracing Industry is a Foundation degree (FdSc) at British Racing School, based in British Racing School Newmarket. It runs 2 years, studied full-time.
For Animal science graduates from this provider, typical earnings around £24,000. (HESA Graduate Outcomes / LEO, via Discover Uni.)
For the typical curriculum, specialisations, career paths and graduate earnings for Agriculture & Animal Science, see the sections below.
Course evidence score
The arithmetic mean of the official measures available for this course: NSS satisfaction, graduate activity and continuation.
Published threshold met Discover Uni suppresses continuation data below its publication threshold. Cohort 2021-23. Continuation 90% (2021-23; Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Curriculum & modules
Real modules published for this course, grouped only where the source gives a year, stage or level.
Year 1 4 modules
- Equine Structure, Function, Health and NutritionCore
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introduce key features of anatomy, physiology and nutrition and understand the balance of health and disease in relation to racehorse management
- Racehorse Behaviour and WelfareCore
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enable students to use knowledge of sensory perception and horse behaviour to underpin and inform evidence-based discussion of racehorse welfare
- Organisation of the Horseracing IndustryCore
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explores organisations and bodies within the industry and how they interact within both the UK and international horseracing industry. The student will reflect upon communication and relationships of key stakeholders
- Independent Professional PortfolioCore
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supports students in creating a portfolio of experiences including at least one of the week-long intensive learning sessions and work placement to equip them with both practical skills and industry insight
Year 2 3 modules
- The Thoroughbred YearCore
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develops the student's understanding of the life of a thoroughbred from foal to retirement including the sales calendar throughout the year for both the flat and national hunt seasons
- Race Planning and Performance AnalysisCore
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includes content of the programme book, the racing calendar in the UK and abroad, and students will gain an understanding of the handicap system, how handicap marks are allocated and develop an understanding of how horses are campaigned throughout a Flat and National Hunt season. Alongside gaining an understanding of current performance measures
- Poor Performance in RacehorsesCore
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presents the student with common case studies of poor performance and supports evaluation of causation, treatment, management and future prevention. It encourages students to evaluate previous experiences to support deeper learning
Year 3 6 modules
- Investigative Skills for the Successful Horseracing UndergraduateCore
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will prepare final year students for undertaking a research project
- Horseracing Research and Knowledge Exchange ProjectCore
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will give students the opportunity to further develop the networks and knowledge they have assimilated during their attendance at British Racing School's The Racing Industry Course and by attending the three racehorse trainers' modules
- Entrepreneurship in HorseracingCore
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is designed to give students the knowledge and skills to critically evaluate an original product or service idea for the horse racing industry
- Environmental Sustainability in the Horseracing IndustryCore
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will encourage students to evaluate the impact of climate change, and environmental sustainability within horseracing, and discuss the current industry initiatives to improve our environmental footprint
- Global Challenges in the Horseracing SectorCore
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will develop students' knowledge of current challenges affecting horseracing on a domestic and international level and evaluate current topics affecting the global horseracing industry
- Social Media in the Horseracing IndustryCore
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explores the development of social media, its different forms and genres, enabling students to create a social media campaign strategy
Source: provider course page. Modules can change; required/optional status, credits, descriptions and assessment are shown only when explicitly published.
Course in depth
What this course covers, who it suits and where it leads.
What you'll study
You'll study applied animal science and horseracing industry practice across two years. A course like this typically moves from foundational animal and crop science through to specialist options and a final industry project. You'll usually cover animal science, agri-food systems, and practical husbandry in your first year, then progress to nutrition and health, grassland and environmental management, and agricultural technology. In your second year, you can choose specialisations such as livestock production, equine science, animal behaviour and welfare, agronomy, and agri-tech, alongside farm business management and an applied project often undertaken with an industry partner.
Who it's for
This course suits those committed to working within the horseracing sector. You'll combine classroom learning with practical experience in a specialist environment. The course is designed for full-time study, so you should be prepared to commit your time entirely to your studies and hands-on training.
University & format
This is a full-time Foundation degree (FdSc) studied at British Racing School in Newmarket over 2 years. Taught in English, the course is a nationally recognised qualification awarded by a recognised UK degree-awarding body.
Applicant information
The next application dates for this course, followed by facts the provider publishes.
- 2027 entryCompleted applications can be submitted
Your application needs a reference before you can send it.
- 2026 entryFinal date for 2026 applications
Applications must reach UCAS by 18:00 UK time.
- 2026 entryLast day to add a Clearing choice
Check that this course still has a vacancy before adding it.
- 2027 entryEqual-consideration deadline
18:00 UK time for most undergraduate courses.
Show 5 later dates
- 2027 entryUCAS Extra opens
Applicants who used all five choices and hold no offer may be able to add another choice.
- 2027 entryLast day applications go directly to providers
Applications received after 18:00 UK time are entered into Clearing.
- 2027 entryClearing opens
Eligible applicants can see vacancies and release themselves into Clearing.
- 2027 entryFinal date for 2027 applications
Applications must reach UCAS by 18:00 UK time.
- 2027 entryLast day to add a Clearing choice
Check that this course still has a vacancy before adding it.
Work placement. Availability, selection and pay can vary.
See and book current events. Dates can fill or change.
Entry & how to get in
Entry & your chances
An honest read from the official entry data, plus your personal match.
Entry is set by the university and based on your offer. Use your predicted grades to see how you compare, then check the university's stated requirements.
How to apply
Undergraduate applications go through UCAS. Here’s what matters for this course, the right deadline, the grades to aim for, and the steps in order.
- 1Register on UCAS Hub
Create your UCAS application and add this course. One application covers up to five choices.
- 2Write your personal statement
A single statement covers all your choices, so keep it broad enough for similar courses while showing genuine interest in this subject.
- 3Submit by 13 January 2027, 18:00 UK time
UCAS equal-consideration deadline for most undergraduate courses. Source: UCAS 2027 dates.
- 4Reply to your offers
When decisions are in, pick a firm (first) choice and an insurance (back-up) choice with slightly lower grades.
- 5Results day & confirmation
On results day (mid-August) your place is confirmed if you meet the offer. Just missed? Talk to the university, or find a place through Clearing.
Fees & funding
What this course costs and how UK student finance covers it.
Tuition per year
The cap depends on the UK nation the provider sits in; the provider's page is authoritative.
Check fees at British Racing School →Check the finance route that applies to you
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Find your official student-finance route →Paying for it
- Tuition fee loan: applied for through the student-finance body for the UK nation you live in.
- Living-cost support: means-tested on household income, from your nation's student-finance body.
- Repayment: only above the income threshold set by your nation's student-finance system.
- Earn alongside: most students work part-time in term, part-time roles on the StudySmarter job board.
Each UK nation runs its own student-finance system; check gov.uk for the rates that apply to you.
Scholarships & bursaries you could qualify for
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Careers & earnings
What Agriculture & Animal Science graduates actually earn, from real outcome data, 15 months, 3 years and 5 years after graduating.
Graduate earnings: this course
| When | Median | Typical range | Graduates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months after | £24,000 | £20,000 – £25,000 | 60 |
| 3 years after | £17,000 | £15,500 – £18,500 | 20 |
| 5 years after | £23,000 | £19,000 – £28,000 | 20 |
Nominal earnings for graduates of this course/subject at this provider. Moderate evidence. Published sample: 60; avoid reading small differences as meaningful. Cohort 2021-22.
Graduate outcomes, 15 months on: this course
- 1Graduate roleFirst role after the degree · 0–2 yrs
- 2Specialist / PractitionerWorking in agriculture & animal science · 2–5 yrs
- 3Senior / LeadLeading work and people · 5–10 yrs
- 4Head of / ExpertSenior leadership or deep expertise · 10+ yrs
How pay grows: this course vs Agriculture & Animal Science nationally
National figures for Agriculture & Animal Science graduates, HESA Graduate Outcomes (15 months) and the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset (3 & 5 years). These are national, not university-specific; actual pay varies by employer, region, role and experience. Different cohorts, so the bars are not one group over time.
Work out your pay
Headline figures hide a lot. Calculate realistic take-home pay for this field by role, region and experience, then check your CV before you apply.
What happened to 100 students?
Choose an outcome to translate the published percentage into a simple 100-person view. Each dot represents one percentage point, not an individual tracked student.
continued or completed
continued into the next year or completed their qualification
Source: Discover Uni, using Graduate Outcomes and continuation data. Cohorts: 2021-23. Moderate evidence. Published sample: 60; avoid reading small differences as meaningful. Cohort 2021-22. Each tab is a separate published measure; categories can overlap and should not be added together.
Value compared with similar courses
How this course’s 5-year median earnings compare with Agriculture & Animal Science courses at the same study level.
Compared with 285 courses with compatible official earnings data. This is a course-value comparison, not a quality ranking.
Job market & outlook
How Agriculture & Animal Science graduates fare in the labour market, and how AI is reshaping the work.
How AI is changing the work
AI doesn't replace the profession, it shifts it: routine tasks get automated, while judgement, working with people and using AI well become more valuable.
What AI takes off your plate
- Routine information gathering
- First-draft writing and summaries
- Standard analysis and admin
- Repetitive processing tasks
More human than ever
- Judgement and original thinking
- Working with and leading people
- Owning and sense-checking AI output
- Ethics and accountability
The strongest graduates pair subject depth with the ability to use AI tools critically.
Roles & employers
Where Agriculture & Animal Science graduates typically go, indicative destinations from graduate career data. Each role links to live openings on the StudySmarter job board.
Roles graduates go into
Where they work
- Agribusiness & food producers
- DEFRA & agencies
- Estates & farms
- Animal & wildlife charities
Jobs after this course
Current roles from the StudySmarter job board that suit Agriculture & Animal Science graduates.
Agriculture Litigation Solicitor – Rural & EstatesBirketts LLPAgriculture TrainerRise Technical RecruitmentAgriculture Legal Director & Partner – HybridErrington LegalAgriculture & Estates Lawyer - Suffolk / NorfolkBWF Legal RecruitmentAgriculture ManagerMarks and SpencerAgriculture Lawyer - BristolChadwick NottIs this course right for you?
The essentials UK applicants ask about: finance, outcomes, entry and quality.
Student finance
Home tuition is regulated and the cap depends on the UK nation the provider sits in; check the provider's course page for the exact figure. Eligible students can apply for a tuition fee loan and living-cost support from the student-finance body for the UK nation they live in. Repayment thresholds differ by nation.
Where graduates go
Most graduates were in work or further study, with a median salary of £24,000. See the full breakdown in Careers & earnings above.
Official-data snapshot
Averaging the official measures published for it, this course scores 9.0 out of 10: continued 90%.
Who studies here and in this subject?
Provider- and UK subject-level context.
Agriculture, food and related studies across the UK
HESA student record 2024/25. Counts are rounded.
Local crime-data context
A neutral snapshot around the published teaching location.
Around British Racing School Newmarket
46 street-level reports returned within roughly one mile across 2026-04 to 2026-06.
Police.uk street-level API. Approximate locations, not confined to campus. England, Wales and Northern Ireland; not Scotland.
Is Agriculture & Animal Science right for you?
Tick what applies to you and see how good a fit it is.
International students
What applying to British Racing School from outside the UK involves: fees, English, visa, funding and living costs.
Tuition fees
International tuition is set per course by British Racing School; international fees are typically £12,000–£30,000/year for classroom subjects and higher for lab/clinical ones. You’re not eligible for UK Tuition Fee or Maintenance Loans, so plan for fees plus living costs upfront.
English language
Most UK undergraduate courses ask for around IELTS 6.0–6.5 (no band below 5.5–6.0), or an accepted equivalent. If you’re just short, most universities run a pre-sessional English course that counts towards the requirement.
Student visa
You’ll usually need a Student visa (Student Route). After you accept an offer the university issues a CAS; you then show funds for fees plus about £1,023–£1,334/month living costs and pay the Immigration Health Surcharge for NHS access.
Scholarships & funding
Many universities offer international/global scholarships (often £2,000–£6,000/yr), check British Racing School’s funding pages.
Living costs
Budget roughly £1,100–£1,400/month outside London and £1,400–£1,800/month in London for rent, food and travel; the figure also matters for your visa.
Working while you study
A Student visa usually allows up to 20 hours/week in term time and full-time in holidays, useful alongside study, though not something to rely on for fees.
Visa rules and fees change. Always confirm the current requirements with British Racing School and gov.uk before you apply.
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