Equestrian
Equestrian
Opportunities
Equestrian opportunities for male and female students.
Level of Sport
Open to players of all abilities. Elite level athletes to social sport.
Subject Area
Students can opt to study any subject they wish alongside riding.
Level of Study
Foundation, Undergraduate and Postgraduate.
Opportunities
Riding opportunities for male and female students.
Level of Sport
Open to players of all abilities. Elite level athletes to social sport.
Subject Area
Students can opt to study any subject they wish alongside riding.
Level of Study
Foundation, Undergraduate and Postgraduate.
Opportunities
Equestrian opportunities for male and female students.
Level of Sport
Open to players of all abilities. Elite level athletes to social sport.
Subject Area
Students can opt to study any subject they wish alongside riding.
Level of Study
Foundation, Undergraduate and Postgraduate.
Throughout the United Kingdom there are over 160 university equestrian teams that take part in annual competitions that run throughout the academic year.
Students have the chance to compete in a combination of leagues and tournaments, at local, regional, and national level while studying for their university degrees.
Many U.K. university equestrian teams are open to riders of all abilities, even those who have never ridden a horse. Across the country, U.K. university equestrian riders will range from novices to experienced international competitors. It’s common to find multiple teams within each U.K. university equestrian club to provide development and experienced riders with a wide range of opportunities.
With the opportunity for international-level riders to compete in dressage and showing jumping to regular social rides and development sessions, there is a wide range of opportunities for students to pursue horse riding when studying for their degree in the U.K.
Throughout the United Kingdom there are over 160 university equestrian teams that take part in annual competitions that run throughout the academic year.
Students have the chance to compete in a combination of leagues and tournaments, at local, regional, and national level while studying for their university degrees.
Many U.K. university equestrian teams are open to riders of all abilities, even those who have never ridden a horse. Across the country, U.K. university equestrian riders will range from novices to experienced international competitors. It’s common to find multiple teams within each U.K. university equestrian club to provide development and experienced riders with a wide range of opportunities.
With the opportunity for international-level riders to compete in dressage and showing jumping to regular social rides and development sessions, there is a wide range of opportunities for students to pursue horse riding when studying for their degree in the U.K.
You do not need to own your own horse to get involved
U.K. university equestrian teams throughout the country typically hold relationships with local equestrian centres, providing all of their riders with an opportunity to gain experience riding a variety of horses.
Providing students with the opportunity to meet like-minded passionate students, U.K. university equestrian clubs hold regular social events and opportunities for anyone who wants to ride with the expectation of competing.
You do not need to own your own horse to get involved
U.K. university equestrian teams throughout the country typically hold relationships with local equestrian centres, providing all of their riders with an opportunity to gain experience riding a variety of horses.
Providing students with the opportunity to meet like-minded passionate students, U.K. university equestrian clubs hold regular social events and opportunities for anyone who wants to ride with the expectation of competing.
Year round opportunities to compete individually and as part of a team
Equestrian teams will compete locally against surrounding universities with the aim to qualify for regional competitions. From there, competitors at the regional events will have the opportunity to qualify for the BUCS Nationals and a chance to compete against the very best riders from across the country.
U.K. universities can enter multiple teams into the competition events each year. The first team of each university will have the opportunity to compete in the National Equestrian Championship, whereas the second, third and fourth teams will have the opportunity to compete in the National Equestrian Trophy. In both events, riders will compete in both dressage and show jumping where their combined scores will make up the final result.
Year round opportunities to compete individually and as part of a team
Equestrian teams will compete locally against surrounding universities with the aim to qualify for regional competitions. From there, competitors at the regional events will have the opportunity to qualify for the BUCS Nationals and a chance to compete against the very best riders from across the country.
U.K. universities can enter multiple teams into the competition events each year. The first team of each university will have the opportunity to compete in the National Equestrian Championship, whereas the second, third and fourth teams will have the opportunity to compete in the National Equestrian Trophy. In both events, riders will compete in both dressage and show jumping where their combined scores will make up the final result.
U.K. University
Sport Scholarships
Some U.K. universities are able to reward talented athletes with scholarships to support their involvement in their sport alongside their studies.
Each student will need to be considered for a scholarship on a case-by-case basis. If you have previously competed at a high standard and would like to explore the possibility of pursuing a scholarship in the U.K. we are happy to provide free guidance to help you assess your available options in the U.K.
U.K. University Sport Scholarships
Some U.K. universities are able to reward talented athletes with scholarships to support their involvement in their sport alongside their studies.
Each student will need to be considered for a scholarship on a case-by-case basis. If you have previously competed at a high standard and would like to explore the possibility of pursuing a scholarship in the U.K. we are happy to provide free guidance to help you assess your available options in the U.K.
How we can help you to compete at a U.K. university
Free service
Our service is completely free for students and their families to use.
Bespoke opportunities
We search for universities that suit your academic standing, career goals and any other preferences you may have!
Application support
Our staff are trained to process undergraduate and postgraduate U.K. university applications.
Access to scholarships
We will evaluate your chances and inform you where we feel you have the best possible chance of achieving a scholarship.
How we can help you to compete at a U.K. university
Free service
Our service is completely free for students and their families to use.
Bespoke opportunities
We search for universities that suit your academic standing, career goals and any other preferences you may have!
Application support
Our staff are trained to process undergraduate and postgraduate U.K. university applications.
Access to scholarships
We will evaluate your chances and inform you where we feel you have the best possible chance of achieving a scholarship.
