An Introduction to Equine Reproduction – Online
Bicton College - 14 October 2024
Bicton College - 7 April 2025
6 hours over 2 weeks
Distance Learning
Course information
Equine breeding is a vast and rapidly evolving industry and horses are often bred with a variety of sporting purposes in mind, ranging from racing to dressage.
The equine breeding industry is worth millions to the UK economy through revenue from horse sales and those employed in a range of different roles to support breeding.
You will learn about:
• Ethical decision making and responsible breeding
• Different methods of reproduction
• Preparation for foaling
• Monitoring foaling
• An overview of the gestation period
• Managing breeding stock
This course is an online course and will run over a 2 week period, you can access and work through the material at your own pace at a time that suits you.
Please note: This course is for 19+ adult learners only.
Please note: This course is for 19+ adult learners only.
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Bicton College is based in East Devon, near Exeter, and set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, just two miles from the Jurassic Coast. The historic Georgian mansion, commercial farm, animal husbandry school, modern veterinary nursing building, world-class engineering and heavy plant machinery workshop, walled garden and arboretum are all set in over 200 hectares of historic parkland.
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| Course type | Leisure and Professional |
This course is free (dependent on eligibility). For individuals with an income over £32,000, there is a nominal fee - Tuition Fees: £9.00.
Financial support for ages 19+ |
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Course Code 13785-BIC-24, 10594-BIC-24
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