Equine Breeding & Stud Management (ANIM2039)
Information valid for Semester 2, 2024
Course level
Undergraduate
Faculty
School
Agriculture Food Sustainablty
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Attendance mode
External
Class hours
Lecture 2 Hours/ Week
Practical 3 Hours/ Week
Tutorial 1 Hour/ Week
Incompatible
ANIM1011, ANIM1967D, ANIM3031, ANIM7120
Prerequisite
ANIM1006
Recommended prerequisite
ANIM2024
Restricted
In person offering restricted to students who meet mandatory immunisation requirements.
Assessment methods
In-semester Examination
Mare and Foal Care Assignment
Final Examination
Course enquiries
Doctor Andres Gambini (Semester 2, Regular, Gatton, In person, External)
Dr Andres Gambini
Students may also contact the School of Agriculture and Food Sustainability Student Administration team for general enquiries via agriculture@enquire.uq.edu.au.
Current course offerings
| Course offerings | Location | Mode | Course Profile |
| Semester 2, 2024 (22/07/2024 - 18/11/2024) | Gatton | In Person | Course Profile |
| Semester 2, 2024 (22/07/2024 - 18/11/2024) | External | External | Course Profile |
| Semester 2, 2025 (28/07/2025 - 22/11/2025) | Gatton | In Person | Profile unavailable |
| Semester 2, 2025 (28/07/2025 - 22/11/2025) | External | External | Profile unavailable |
Please Note: Course profiles marked as not available may still be in development.
Course description
This course provides the underpinning science of reproduction in the horse and its application to the equine breeding industry. Anatomy, physiology, endocrinology and reproductive behaviour in the mare and stallion are discussed. Students gain extensive experience in reproductive management of the mare. Causes of reproductive wastage including infertility, embryonic and fetal loss and foaling difficulties and care of the neonate are covered. The theory and practice of ultrasonography are presented. Students gain experience in areas such as semen collection and evaluation. The principles or artificial insemination, embryo transfer and other assisted reproductive techniques are also covered. Facility design and stud farm management are also discussed. 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.
