If you are passionate about horses and wish to gain a qualification in the subject, alongside other A levels, this BTEC could be for you. However, in order to achieve the highest grades, it requires high standards of application over the two-year period, as 80% of marks are achieved in this time. The course is broken up into five units. Students sit an external exam for Unit 1 at the end of the second year, whilst also completing two assignments each year for practical units. UCAS points are awarded according to grades achieved after the final exam and four assignments have been calculated.
Students should have sufficient equine experience to be confident and safe around horses, although owning a horse is not necessary Students must have passed Biology GCSE or Combined Science ‘Trilogy’ GCSE. Studying Biology or Physical Education at A level would be an advantage, although not essential.
The following 4 units are assignment-based. Two units are covered each year. Following practical and theory sessions, students are required to hand in an assignment for each unit. 2 – 4 sessions per week, including assignment time. Students are taught how to care far and manage a wide range of horses as well as gain in-depth practical knowledge about equipment, its suitability and application, in order to be able to compare and suggest alternatives.
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | East Sussex |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Girls |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Day: £25,905 - £27,300; Boarding: £42,300 |
| Sixth Form Fee | Unknown |
| Address | The Old Palace, High Street, Mayfield, TN20 6PH |
If you are passionate about horses and wish to gain a qualification in the subject, alongside other A levels, this BTEC could be for you. However, in order to achieve the highest grades, it requires high standards of application over the two-year period, as 80% of marks are achieved in this time. The course is broken up into five units. Students sit an external exam for Unit 1 at the end of the second year, whilst also completing two assignments each year for practical units. UCAS points are awarded according to grades achieved after the final exam and four assignments have been calculated.
Students should have sufficient equine experience to be confident and safe around horses, although owning a horse is not necessary Students must have passed Biology GCSE or Combined Science ‘Trilogy’ GCSE. Studying Biology or Physical Education at A level would be an advantage, although not essential.
The following 4 units are assignment-based. Two units are covered each year. Following practical and theory sessions, students are required to hand in an assignment for each unit. 2 – 4 sessions per week, including assignment time. Students are taught how to care far and manage a wide range of horses as well as gain in-depth practical knowledge about equipment, its suitability and application, in order to be able to compare and suggest alternatives.