Equine Management and Care

Our students have access to 12 warmblood horses, including native Małopolski Horses and Felin Ponies – the only Polish breed of ponies bred by the employees of the University of Life Sciences in Lublin. Practical classes are held in the fully-equipped University Horse Centre and during trips to competitions, equestrian events, races and visits to leading horse centres.

Equestrian classes are conducted in small groups, diversified according to students’ skills. Top riders can take the Brown Badge Riding Exam of the Polish Equestrian Federation, which is a member of FEI.

Students have the opportunity to develop their scientific passions in various organizations and scientific circles. They can also their practice horse riding skills while studying at the university under the supervision of experienced instructors. Students receive a special discount.

You will acquire knowledge, skills and competence in horse physiology as it relates to breeding, use and all forms of care to ensure welfare; a large number of specialized subjects (such as Equestrian, Horse Care, Natural Horsemanship), which are essentially practical, and will adequately prepare you for your future work; the University of Life Sciences in Lublin has a long lasting tradition in specialized teaching of subjects concerning horse breeding and use. The teaching staff consists of experienced professionals.