William Woods University Catalog - 2004

Academic Division - Division of Equestrian Studies

The major in Equestrian Science is designed specifically for those students who intend to pursue careers in the equine industry as instructors, trainers, equine managers, and riders. Students are exposed to a broad range of equestrian experiences that are both practical and theoretical.

*All Applied Riding (EQR) courses may be repeated
Proficiency: Students must pass a proficiency examination

The four riding concentrations are

1. Dressage
2. Hunter/Jumper
3. Saddle Seat
4. Western

Equestrian Science majors must select one of the four as their primary concentration, and complete the eight-credit applied riding requirement with:

3 credits in their primary concentration
1 credit in each of two other concentrations
3 credits in any concentration.

*A maximum of 57 hours of EQA, EQR, EQS & EQU credit may be applied toward the 122 hours needed for graduation.Division of Equestrian Studies

Course List - Total Hours 50

Course #	Course Title	Hours
BUS206	Entrepreneurship	3
EQS201	Anatomy, Movement, & Farrier Methods	3
EQS212	Theory of Teaching Techniques I	3
EQS302	Theory of Equine Nutrition	3
EQS346	Equine Buying and Selling	3
EQS391	Horse Management Practicum	4
EQS404	Veterinary Medicine and Reproduction	3
EQS405	Stable Management	3
EQS411	Teaching Techniques Seminar	2
EQU112	Equine Care	3
EQU113	Equine Health and First Aid	3
EQU201	Techniques of Horse Management	2