MSc. Horse Science - Equine Physiology

MSc. Horse Science - Equine Physiology

The Equine Physiology concentration emphasizes an interdisciplinary, science-based curriculum structured to build knowledge of scientific principles and apply them to a thesis research project related to equine science. Equine Feed Sales Faculty members mentor students in curriculum development and provide training in scientific methods, principles of equine student education and instruction, and general industry practices. All M.S. degree candidates share a common core of coursework in statistics, research methods, and multiple disciplines in horse science and animal science. A significant number of elective credit hours are available, permitting each student to customize the program with courses in other departments. A limited number of graduate teaching assistantships are available.

Career Path

A wide variety of careers are associated with the horse industry. A student’s talent may pertain directly to horses or to science, education, marketing, management, or business. Some potential career options with advanced degrees in Horse Science follow: Collegiate horsemanship instructor or equestrian team coach, Community college or technical school instructor, Equine behaviorist, Equine exercise physiologist, Equine facilities manager, Equine nutritionist, equine feed specialist, or nutrition laboratory technician, Equine reproductive physiologist, Horse extension specialist or extension agent, Instructor or program coordinator of therapeutic riding and equine-assisted therapies, Journalist for major horse publications (breed or discipline-specific magazines), Pasture management specialist, Pharmaceutical representative for equine products.