Hartpury University

About

Hartpury University and Hartpury College are among the UK’s leading specialist education providers in animal, equine, sport, agriculture, and veterinary nursing. The university is based in Gloucester on a 360-hectare campus home to more than 4,000 students. They provide a range of degree-level programs as well as A-levels and diploma courses. Over the past number of years, they have spent over £50 million on their excellent campus facilities which include the world’s biggest educational facility with a Racewood event stimulator and water treatment that hosts three international equine events every year. In addition, an extensive animal therapy centre and collection, a commercial farm, and dairy unit, fully equipped science laboratories, an Agri Tech Centre, and cutting-edge sports facilities with pitches, a stadium, and a power gym. They were ranked in the top 20 for teaching quality in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide, 2022.

Types of Postgraduate Programs They Run

Hartpury University provides a range of postgraduate-level degree programs. They span topics such as animal science, equestrian performance, animal welfare, applied agricultural sciences, equitation science, animal policy, and more. Some of the accreditations their postgraduate programs offer include Master of Research (MRes), Master of Science (MSc), Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip), and Postgraduate Certificate (PGCert). Some of their postgraduate programs allow for part-time learning also so you can work while studying your program.

Admissions Process

Those hoping to study full-time and part-time undergraduate level programs at Hartpury University can make their applications via the UCAS. To do this, visit the UCAS website and begin filling out your application. You will need to include the correct institution and course codes on your application, but these can be easily found on the Hartpury University website. Once you have sent your application, the admissions team will review it and revert back to you. Postgraduate applicants and those looking to study short courses can make their applications directly on the website. To do this, visit your relevant course page on the Hartpury website and click apply now. You will then be redirected to an online application form. Once you have filled out all your details, submit your application for review. The university will contact you in the coming weeks with their decision.

Accommodation

Hartpury University has its own student accommodation on-campus if you would like the life at university experience. Given that the university is based in the centre of Gloucester City, you will have easy access to all necessary amenities as well as shops, cafés, restaurants, bars, and more. There are also tonnes of transport links right outside the door. The university gives priority booking to first-year undergraduate students and international students. Hartpury University does not offer on-site housing for postgraduate students; however, they can advise you with suitable housing options nearby. In addition to being near all amenities the city has to offer, you will also be on the doorstep of the university’s amenities. This includes the gym, sports facilities, the students’ union, laundry rooms, and more. They provide B&B and self-catered halls with both large and standard room types. All have en-suite bathrooms and Wi-Fi access. Disability-friendly rooms are also available on request. Your room will contain a bed, wardrobe, storage, desk, and chair. The kitchen and living areas are generally shared. For more information, visit the Hartpury University website.

Scholarships and Financial Support

Hartpury University offers a number of financial support packages to undergraduate and postgraduate students. These come in the form of bursaries, grants, and scholarships. Some of these include the Glos NFU Farmers Trust Scholarship, Sports Scholarships, the Martin Baber Award, the Study Experience Scholarship, the Progression Bursary, the Joe Henson MBE Bursary, and more. There are also scholarships and bursaries available for international students. Some of these include the PhD studentships, Sports Scholarships, the Hartpury University Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarship, the Commonwealth Scholarship, the Chevening Scholarship, and more. For further details including information on how to apply, and the entry criteria, visit the Hartpury University website.

Contact Info

For general enquiries, call +44 (0) 1452 702 244 or email admissions@hartpury.ac.uk