Equine Nutrition & Health (ANIM3030)
Course level
Undergraduate
Faculty
Schools
Agriculture Food Sustainablty, Veterinary Science School
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Class hours
Lecture 2 Hours/ Week
Practical 3 Hours/ Week
Seminar 8 Hours/ One Off
Incompatible
ANIM7117 (co-taught)
Prerequisite
ANIM1006, ANIM2024 and ANIM2039
Companion
ANIM3006, ANIM3040
Recommended prerequisite
ANIM2053, ANIM3040
Restricted
In Person offering restricted to students who meet mandatory immunisation requirements.
Assessment methods
Report
Presentation
Final Examination
Course enquiries
Dr Danielle Fitzgerald
Current course offerings
| Course offerings | Location | Mode | Course Profile |
| Semester 1, 2024 (19/02/2024 - 15/06/2024) | External | External | Course Profile |
| Semester 1, 2024 (19/02/2024 - 15/06/2024) | Gatton | In Person | Course Profile |
Please Note: Course profiles marked as not available may still be in development.
Course description
This course presents the underpinning science of digestive physiology and nutrition in the horse. This knowledge is applied to the feeding management of horses to optimise health and performance. Disorders with a nutritional basis and their management and prevention are discussed. Other health topics including transport and biosecurity are covered. Evidence of immunity to Q fever and vaccination against tetanus is mandatory for the In Person offering of this course. Refer to UQ Student Immunisation Requirements for more information .
