Catherine Lloyd - Harnessing potential: career aspirations of students studying equine courses in Further Education in England
This report explores the career aspirations of students studying full time level three equine management courses in England. Whilst gaining an accurate statistical understanding of the equine industry has proved challenging, there is evidence that within the industry some sectors are experiencing skills shortages.
This study explored the aspirations of those studying equine courses and identified whether their future plans align with skills shortage areas. To achieve this a survey was circulated to land-based colleges in England which offered full time equine courses.
It began by investigating the reasons why students had chosen to study an equine course and the factors that had influenced their decision. It explored their intended destinations on leaving education and the sector they hoped to work in. Finally they were asked to identify any barriers they thought they may face in achieving their intended aim.
