MASTER 
EQUINE SCIENCES

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mce@fmv.ulisboa.pt

General Aims

  • Provide high-level training in the area of horse production and use, based on updated technical and scientific knowledge, thus contributing to the training of professionals with a solid background in the basic and applied sciences of this area, through the strengthening of human and material resources of three Schools of ULisboa, with teaching and research in the fields of veterinary, agricultural and sport sciences.
  • Contribute for the development and consolidation of scientific research in this field, promoting the application of specialized knowledge on innovative methodologies and techniques that allow the sector to develop, and to promote the integration of students into national and international research networks.

Specific Aims

  • Know and understand the complexity of equine anatomy and physiology.
  • Integrate and relate the physiological processes associated with exercise, allowing the application of appropriate methodologies for different uses.
  • Understand the biomechanics of equine locomotion and its practical application to equestrian sport.
  • Understand the importance of genetics and animal breeding as an essential tool in programs for the conservation and improvement of equine breeds.
  • Outline, manage and evaluate equine production systems, applying the most appropriate techniques and methodologies according to the productive objective in the areas of feeding, reproduction, management, health and well-being.
  • Know the technical characteristics and particularities associated with sportive and non-sportive practices and activities that involve the use of horses.

Applications

MCE 23/25 (1ª Edition)

Applications period:
15 JAN - 30 APR'23 

(For National, Community and International Students)

Applications period:
15 MAI - 15 JUL'23 

(Exclusively for National and EU students)

Application DEADLINES

15 JAN a 30 APR'23

Select according to your current situation:

- I already have a local FenixEdu account at FMV or EDU@ULisboa account
- Access recovery:
     FenixEdu of FMV (candidates not admitted before with local accounts)
     EDU@ULisboa (FMV student or alumni)


 

Target audience


Holders of a bachelor's or master's degree, or legal equivalent, in the areas of Veterinary, Animal Science, Agricultural and Biological Sciences or similar;

Holders of an academic, scientific or professional curriculum within the sector of horse production and use, that is recognized by the Scientific Committee as suitable for attending the cycle of studies. 

Duration

The MCE course has a duration of 4 semesters (2 years), comprising a total of 120 European transfer credits (ECTS), consisting of a curricular part with 62 ECTS and a dissertation with 58 ECTS.

Schedule

The curricular component (1st year) will be held on Thursdays between 4pm and 10pm, on Fridays between 9am and 6pm and on Saturdays between 9am and 1pm

Vacancies

Between 15 (min.) e 25 (max.)

Tuition fee

National or equivalent student:
2.000€ - 1st year  +  1.500€ - 2nd year *

International student:
3.000 € - 1º year + 2.500€ - 2nd year *

* made in 10 instalments.

Format

Classes will be held in a face-to-face format;

The classes will be held in Portuguese, although there may be occasional classes in English.

Structure

The MCE is coordinated by FMV (Faculty of Veterinary Medicine) and has the formal involvement of two other Schools of the University of Lisbon, FMH (Faculty of Human Kinetics) and ISA (School of Agriculture).

Partner Institutions

The Master in Equine Science also count with the collaboration of relevant entities in the organization and functioning of this sector, the Portuguese School of Equestrian Art (EPAE) and the Portuguese Equestrian Federation (FEP), whose contributions are valuable in terms of the use of the horse and the organization of equestrian sport.

Operation & Schedule

The Master course takes place over 2 years (4 semesters), comprising a total of 120 ECTS (European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System). It consists of a curricular part, during the first year, and a second year where students will carry out a curricular traineeship with the aim of developing their practical skills and consolidating their knowledge through the preparation of a dissertation and its public defense.

The Master's degree will be awarded to students who obtain approval in all the curricular units of the study plan. Students who successfully attend and complete all 1st year curricular units, corresponding to 60 ECTS, will be issued a Postgraduate Certificate in Equine Science. The curricular units of the curricular component will also be offered as isolated units, in accordance with the Portuguese legislation and internal regulations, and may be credited by FEP (Federação Equestre Portuguesa) and IPDJ (Instituto Português do Desporto e Juventude) for coaches continuous training.

Coordination

Professor Rui Caldeira


Scientific Committee:

Professor Rui Manuel Vasconcelos Horta Caldeira - FMV Coordinator;
Professor Ana Isabel A. Nascimento Rodrigues de Melo – FMH Coordinator;
Professor Teresa de Jesus da Silva Matos - ISA Coordinator;

Professor Luís Ressano Garcia Pardon Lamas
Professor Maria João de Sousa Ferreira Martelo Fradinho