2023 Diploma in Stud Practice & Management

The National Stud Diploma is a comprehensive introduction to a career in the thoroughbred bloodstock industry. Students work alongside stud staff during the breeding season to hone their practical skills and gain a fuller understanding of all areas of stud work. Regular evening lectures cover everything from veterinary practice and stallion selection to marketing and the business elements of stud management. The National Stud Diploma is recognised worldwide throughout the bloodstock industry. Students benefit from our international connections and have regular mentoring sessions to help guide them in the next steps in their career. In addition to the Diploma students also graduate with a Level 3 Certificate in Thoroughbred Stud Practice accredited by 1st 4 Sport.

Student Stud Hand duties include - 

Feeding and checking horses
Mucking out stables
Paddock maintenance
General stud maintenance
Assisting the vet
Assisting the farrier
Assisting with day to day care of mares & foals & yearlings
Assisting with the team in covering shed