The programme

The University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna has offered the Bachelor’s Programme in Equine Sciences in cooperation with the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences Vienna (BOKU) from 2003 until 2020/2021. The programme was designed to provide comprehensive basic knowledge of the theoretical and practical aspects of horse management, stud farm management, horse breeding and equestrian sports, including all related tasks in health care and business management. Students were given the opportunity to consolidate, practise and implement their acquired knowledge and skills in problem-solving situations. Vetmeduni taught the veterinary and natural science aspects of the Bachelor’s Programme in Equine Sciences; the agricultural and business management aspects were taught at BOKU.