Specialise in Equine Science for your Bachelor of Animal Science at Massey
The Bachelor of Animal Science (Equine Science) will help you understand nutrition, growth, health and performance in the equine athlete.
What will I learn?
The equine industry is large, diverse and economically important both in New Zealand and worldwide. You’ll be prepared for a wide variety of equine enterprises anywhere in the world.
The Equine Science major will give you knowledge of equine welfare, behaviour and health. You’ll also gain an understanding of performance nutrition and responses to training of horses.
Learn from the best
Massey University’s animal, agricultural and veterinary science professionals are among the best in the world. They will teach you about the latest developments in animal science. You will obtain a solid base in equine science. You’ll also learn about animal welfare, nutrition and growth as well as genetics and breeding.
Research-led learning
Massey has a number of internationally recognised animal-based research centres including the Equine Research Centre and Equine Parentage Genetic Services Centre.
Join a world-leading university
Massey University is home to the only animal science team in New Zealand and one of the largest in Australasia. As an animal science student, you will benefit from our internationally-recognised capability and leadership in these areas.
A Bachelor of Animal Science in Equine Science is a good fit if you:
enjoy sciences
are interested in horses and their relationship to humans
would like to work in the equine industry.