HARTPURY_UNIVERSITY_ENROLMENT_GUIDE_2026

A COMPLETE GUIDE TO JOINING THE HARTPURY FAMILY IN SEPTEMBER 2026

Contents 2 Welcome to Hartpury 3 Get prepared 4 Your induction video 5 Visit our campus 6 International students 7 When you get here 9 Your Welcome and Freshers’ Week

11 Moving in and FAQs 13 Your Freshers’ Week 14 Students’ Union welcome 15 Student support 16 Get connected

17 Your degree 18 Campus map

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Graduate Outcomes 2025

Curriculum changes We’re continually updating our degrees to ensure that you graduate with the skills and experience that today’s employers are looking for. To check for any changes to your course for September 2026, visit www.hartpury.ac.uk/ug-cc 01

“Everyone is so welcoming and supportive. The facilities are incredible and the course prepares you for a variety of jobs. It won’t take long to feel at home. There’s no place I’d rather be than Hartpury!” Whatuni student review

Welcome to Hartpury

On behalf of everyone here at Hartpury, we wish you a warm welcome into the Hartpury family. We’re a place for passionate people. Being surrounded by like-minded people, you’ll make lifelong friendships and have incredible experiences – inside and outside the classroom. You’ll need plenty of motivation and dedication for your degree; and the more you put in, the more you’ll get out. We’ll be here every step of the way, to support you to be the best you can be. Find out how on page 15. Throughout your course, you’ll develop the expertise to stand out in the graduate employment market and make a meaningful contribution to our environment, society and economy. Read more on page 17. In this guide, you’ll find key details about enrolment. This includes things to do now, your kit list and recommended reading, moving-in and packing list, what happens during your Welcome and Freshers’ Week, and more. If you have any questions, please get in touch using the details on the back cover. We look forward to seeing you in September 2026.*

Rosie Scott-Ward Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Hartpury University

*Subject to meeting offer requirements

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Get prepared to come to Hartpury Getting to campus Car: For the latest information on car parking around campus, please visit our website. www.hartpury.ac.uk/parking Train: The nearest train station to campus is Gloucester, 15 minutes away. Bus: Most students travelling to Hartpury via bus come via Gloucester, available via the following: Hartpury Shuttle: This Hartpury specific service is operated by Zeelo for our students and staff. If you’re likely to be using the service regularly, we recommend buying an annual pass, also available via Zeelo. Air: The closest airports to Hartpury are Bristol, Birmingham and London Heathrow. We offer a free collection service from these airports for all new international students when you first arrive in the UK. Book your collection. www.hartpury.ac.uk/university-arrivals Public transport: The Stagecoach 351 service operates from Gloucester. This service has a bus stop on the A417 just outside the boundary of the Hartpury campus. Tickets are available via Stagecoach. To plan your journey to Hartpury via Stagecoach, visit www.stagecoachbus.com/plan-a-journey. Public Taxi: There are several taxi firms in Gloucester. Our recommended firm is Andy Cars. Visit www.hartpury.ac.uk/ug-hub-travel for more information on all of the above, and links to Zeelo. Financial support We offer a range of bursaries to support you with the cost of studying. To find out more and apply, visit www.hartpury.ac.uk/uni-funding Sports Academy membership Sports Academy membership is split into two performance-based tiers, giving you access to the right level of support and services for your sport and performance goals. The Hartpury Sports Academy Membership is inclusive of gym membership fees, however, non-Academy students wishing to join the gym can purchase a separate gym membership. www.hartpury.ac.uk/academies

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Visit your enrolment hub

Your hub will be updated regularly as you move closer to your enrolment and include more details on what to expect before and after you arrive on campus. Keep checking your hub for the latest information. www.hartpury.ac.uk/ug-hub - More information about your course and timetable. - Details on what to look forward to during Welcome and Freshers’ Week. - Any kit and equipment you’ll need, including delivery information for international students. - Recommended reading lists to familiarise yourself with key themes. - An induction video from your Programme Manager.

Bring your laptop You’ll need a laptop for your studies. If you have one, we recommend you bring it with you. Please make sure it meets our laptop minimum speci f i cation guidance. Visit www.hartpury.ac.uk/laptop-guidance

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Visit us this summer Whether you’ve visited us before or not, our summer campus tours are a great way to get your bearings before you start. You’ll have the chance to ask questions, explore our facilities and accommodation, and get familiar with the places you’ll be spending your time - helping you feel more comfortable and confident when you arrive for your first day. We can’t wait to welcome you!

Wednesday 1 July Wednesday 15 July Wednesday 29 July Wednesday 5 August Friday 14 August Saturday 15 August

Friday 21 August Friday 28 August www.hartpury.ac.uk/summer-tours

Don’t worry if you can’t visit us. Take our virtual tour to explore our campus, facilities and accommodation: www.hartpury.ac.uk/uni-virtual-tour

Coming soon Look out for your exclusive VIP invitation to join us at The NAF Hartpury International Celebration of Eventing & The British Championships on Sunday 16 August 2026. We’ll be serving refreshments and you’ll have the chance to meet staff, students, and fellow offer-holders.

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“Hartpury was great at sending me everything I needed to know before I started. My advice is to get your kit now, ready to enjoy your first week. I had a brilliant Freshers’ Week and made friends for life. See you soon!” Andrew Ross, BSc Agriculture student from Zambia

International students We understand that moving to, and studying in, a different country can be a daunting experience. We want to ensure you are fully supported as you travel to the UK. Your pre-arrival guide, Passport to Hartpury contains everything you need to prepare for a smooth arrival to the UK, including: - what to pack - planning your budget

- travelling advice - your first week - support available You’ll receive a copy via post and can also access your guide online.

Scan the QR code for more.

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When you get here Your first week will be packed full of learning and Freshers’ activities to help you settle into student life. Here’s a snapshot of what you’ve got to look forward to.* We’ve included more details over the next two pages. Keep an eye on your Enrolment Hub and inbox for details and more updates over the coming months: www.hartpury.ac.uk/ug-hub Your Welcome and Freshers’ Week

September 2026 Thurs 10 Fri 11

Mon 14

Sun 13

Sat 12

Games Night Glowga

Games on the lawn Welcome Party in Legends bar :)

International Arrival and Orientation

Residential Move-In Day

*Subject to meeting offer requirements

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Fri 18

Thurs 17

Weds 16

Tue 15

WellFest!

Night in Legends bar with housemates!

Freshers’ fair Glos Vegas Pub Golf

Quiz night Firepit night

Raveminton Paint n’ Sip

Course activities, enrolment and Freshers’ Week

You’ll have lots of academic induction activities running this week too (14 - 18 September), inside and outside the classroom. In July, you’ll receive an induction video from your Programme Manager with more details.

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Your Welcome and Freshers’ Week

If you’re joining us on the first year of your degree, or for a Foundation Year, here’s an overview of your first week. We’ll be in touch with more details via email.

Your online enrolment 2 September 2026

You’ll receive an email with your Hartpury network user credentials and access to library resources. This means you can start some of your recommended reading – check page 3 for details. Week commencing 7 September 2026 We’ll send you an email inviting you to enrol online on Tuesday 8 September. Students are invited at different times of the day by course and the email could arrive any time up until 4.30pm. It’s important you complete this as soon as possible to ensure everything goes smoothly when you arrive. Make sure you do this by 5pm on 17 September to receive your student loan on time (for UK students only) – read more on the next page. Please note: As part of your online enrolment, you’ll let us know how you’re funding your course. If you’re self-funding, you’ll need to set up a recurring card payment, so make sure you have your payment card ready. International Arrival and Orientation (for international students only) Thursday 10 September 2026 Move into your accommodation, use our minibus service to pick up essentials, and settle in. Friday 11 September 2026 Campus tour, open a UK bank account, and an evening welcome from the Vice Chancellor followed by a pub quiz and drinks. Saturday 12 September 2026 Meet our support teams, receive key information, and enjoy a trip to Gloucester. Sunday 13 September 2026 Meet your new UK housemates during Residential Move-in Day.

Residential Move-In Day Sunday 13 September 2026

If you’re moving into Hartpury accommodation on campus, this is when you’ll collect your room key and get your student ID card, which will give you access to your accommodation hall (see pages 11-12 for details).

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We’ll send your accommodation allocation on 25 June 2026 and let you know your dedicated move-in time slot. See page 11 for more on moving into Hartpury Campus Halls or Hartpury Gloucester accommodation (Blackfriars). Your Welcome Week Monday 14 - Friday 18 September 2026 You’ll have your academic induction with your Programme Manager, meet your classmates and take part in subject sessions. This will include practical activities, so make sure you bring your kit and equipment (page 3). Find out more about your first week by watching your induction video (page 4). Once you’ve completed your academic induction and made your module choices, you’ll receive your personal timetable by Friday 18 September 2026.

Top-up students If you’re joining us for your top-up year, or the second or third year of a degree, you’ll have an induction session with your Programme Manager and classmates during Welcome Week (14-18 September 2026) and have an opportunity to book a one-to-one tutorial session with your Academic Personal Tutor. We’ll send details via email in July.

Your Freshers’ Week Monday 14 - Friday 18 September 2026

Our Student Experience team is busy planning your Freshers’ Week to help you settle in, make friends and feel at home. Whether you love parties and pub crawls or prefer movie nights and quizzes, we’ve got you covered with a great line-up of events and activities to suit everyone. Find out more on pages 13-14.

Get your student loan (for UK students only) Monday 21 September 2026 (first week of teaching)

Providing you’ve applied for your loan, the Student Loan Company have approved your application and you’ve successfully completed your online enrolment before 5pm on Thursday 17 September 2026 at the latest, you’ll get your student loan on 21 September 2026. If you enrol after this date, you’ll receive your loan three business days after enrolling. Enrolling online also gives access to course specific information, council tax exception certificates and proof of enrolment for your student bank account, so we recommend you do this as soon as you receive your invitation. Your social spaces When you’re not taking part in course activities or Freshers’ events, there are plenty of spaces to relax. Grab lunch in our new University Learning Hub, SU Loft, Graze student centre, chill out in Legends student bar – which also serves Starbucks – or unwind in cosy cabins in the University Study Lounge.

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Moving into accommodation Sunday 13 September 2026 Your Residential Move-In Day University Study Lounge Hartpury Campus Halls

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Hartpury Campus halls

Blackfriars accommodation

If you’re a UK student, this is when you’ll move in. You’ll have a dedicated time slot for your accommodation hall – which we’ll send to you on 25 June 2026 This means you’ll move in at the same time as your housemates, so you can settle in together and make friends. International students: You’ll move in on Thursday 10 September 2026. See page 9 for details. We’ll be in touch with more information via email. You should have received an email with your accommodation allocation. If you haven’t, please let us know by emailing accommodation@hartpury.ac.uk Your Residential Welcome Day at a glance: Welcome Hub: Meet staff from our dedicated support teams, including Admissions, Finance, Transport, Careers, IT, Students’ Union, Student Advisors, as well as Wellbeing, Academic, and Learning Support. Registry: Meet our team for a few enrolment checks. Keys: Collect your room key and accommodation pack. You’ll have your photograph taken for your student ID card, which will give you access to your accommodation hall. Meet your SU: They’re a friendly face on campus. Accommodation hall induction: Find out about Hartpury accommodation. Parent/carer sessions: Throughout the day to answer your questions. Hartpury Gloucester accommodation (Blackfriars) You’ll receive details about moving into Blackfriars directly from Aspire Student Living, who manage our City of Gloucester accommodation. A member of the Hartpury team will be there on Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 to answer any questions you may have. Join our programme of Freshers’ activities on and off campus for the rest of the week to start making friends. You’ll have your photo taken for your student ID card, during your allocated time at the Welcome Hub (see your Welcome Week timetable for more details). STUDENTS’ UNION

We’ll throw fun freshers’ events on Sunday evening to help you settle in. We’ll be in touch before you arrive.

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Accommodation FAQs What should I pack? Find your packing lists (and what not to bring!) on your Enrolment Hub and start getting prepared. Visit www.hartpury.ac.uk/ug-hub Where can I park when I arrive? You’ll be directed to the car park closest to your accommodation. Here you’ll be able to unload your things and move into your new room.* There’s a pay and display car park opposite the building. Aspire Student Living will be in touch with all the details you need. Where can I do my washing? You’ll have access to our campus laundrette, next to Limbury 12 halls, and use an app to pay for your washing. There are laundry facilities in the building. Where can I eat? Our Graze restaurant serves hot and cold food. Your University Learning Hub and Legends sell snacks and soft drinks. There’s a café at our Equine Centre and a snack truck at the farm. You’ll have plenty of cafés, shops and restaurants to choose from in nearby Gloucester Quays and the city centre. Where can I buy my household items? If you’re moving into our self-catered accommodation, our linen and cutlery starter kit might come in handy. You can buy this online at estore.hartpury.ac.uk Select Product Catalogue and Non-invoiced Student Charges. Where do I pick up my post? Located in the Student Zone, Student Services is where you’ll send and pick up your post (make sure you have your student ID). Amazon lockers are also available on campus in the Student Zone. I’m a top-up student, where can I live? Whilst we don’t offer Hartpury accommodation for top-up students (unless you’re an international student), there are plenty of great options nearby, if you decide to relocate for your studies.

Find out more at www.hartpury.ac.uk/top-up-accommodation

Read international equine student Eliza’s blog to discover her packing essentials. www.hartpury.ac.uk/eliza-on-packing

*We recommended the use of folding camping trolleys to assist you. However, we unfortunately cannot supply these.

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Your Freshers’ Week Our Student Experience team is busy planning Freshers’ Week to help you settle in, make friends and feel at home. We’ll start the week with a welcome event in Legends bar on Sunday evening, with live music and some great drinks deals. It’s the perfect way to relax and get to know your housemates. For the rest of the week, get involved in Glowga (glow-in-the-dark yoga!) and firepit night, the Big Quiz, Glos Vegas bar crawl in nearby Gloucester, and Freshers’ Fair! See page 7 of this guide for the details. Clubs and societies Whether you want to carry on doing something you love or try something different, joining a club is a great way to meet people and have new experiences. Visit our website: hartpurysu.co.uk Wednesday 16 September 2026: Get along to our Freshers’ Fair to meet the members and join our clubs and societies.

- Agriculture Society - Cheer Society - Christian Union - Clay Shooting Society

- Equestrian club - Hockey Society - LGBTQ+ Society - Polo Club

- International Student Society - Neurodiversity Society

Can’t find the club you’re looking for? We’ll support you to set one up! Simply let us know.

Hartpury Active Our Hartpury Active project is open to all students and includes non-academy sports teams, casual sports sessions and recreational fitness activities – no membership required. Our students have recently been enjoying spin classes, yoga, basketball, cricket, badminton and outdoor table tennis.

Find out more hartpuryactive@hartpury.ac.uk

Join the gym You can confirm costs and pay for your membership online at estore.hartpury.ac.uk Select Product Catalogue, Sport, Gym Membership.

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Welcome from our Students’ Union

Hartpury_su @Hartpury_SU hartpurysu.co.uk

Hello from Hartpury Students’ Union (HSU) – run by students, for students!

We’re here to make sure you get the best out of your time at Hartpury. We’ll provide lots of social opportunities and represent you in the things that matter to you most, to ensure your Hartpury experience is as good as it can be. Your student voice

Being your student voice is a big part of why we’re here. Share your views with your student course reps and we’ll make sure your views are heard – you could even stand to be a student rep. Support and guidance We’ll help you to settle in and make friends during your first week; you’ll find us in Home of Hartpury SU, above Legends bar, your on-site space to eat, drink and relax. We’ll be a friendly face on campus. Come and chat to us anytime for support or guidance.

STUDENTS’ UNION

Meet your SU officers

Roisin Maher, Wellbeing and Inclusivity Officer

Hannah Shirley, Clubs and Societies Officer

Daniel Garton, President

Catherine Gibbens, Engagement Officer

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Supporting you

Our teams are ready to support you, now, during and after enrolment. We all want to help you achieve your best and reach your goals. Our support services include access to academic, learning, wellbeing, and careers specialists. Achievement and Success Centre (ASC) Our Achievement and Success Centre will support you with your academic and personal progression, as well as providing disability, wellness development and learning support. Our specialist staff offer workshops and resources on a wide range of topics, from academic writing, presentation skills and resilience, to understanding research and data, making the most of feedback, and more. asc@hartpury.ac.uk Employability Skills & Careers Achieve your goals with support from our team. Through one-to-one meetings with qualified careers consultants and professional workshops, you’ll gain all the career planning tools you need to be the best you can be. From work placement support to advice on setting up your own business, our expert team can help you to enhance your professional portfolio. hecareers@hartpury.ac.uk Wellbeing Centre Our dedicated Wellbeing team is here to help you stay happy, healthy, and safe during your time here. You’ll have access to counsellors, nurses, wellbeing support, and a chaplain, who can offer advice and guidance on a range of issues. Come along to one of our drop-in clinics, held every weekday at 11.30am and 3.30pm, to meet our friendly staff and find out more. WellFest Join our one-day student wellbeing festival and discover more about student support at Hartpury. You’ll meet over 50 local health and wellbeing providers, engage in discussions on a range of important student topics – from mental health, positive relationships and consent, to body image, gender identity, drink/ drug driving – and get to have a go on the climbing wall and obstacle course.

Share your support needs Let us know about any disability, medical, or learning support needs now via our form. Our dedicated team will work with you to ensure support is in place (if necessary) ready for when you start. www.hartpury.ac.uk/uni-support-form

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Get connected

During Enrolment there will be WIFi available called Enrolment2026. You can use this to until you have Eduroam or Res-Wifi working. Your username and password can then be used to access WiFi around campus and a range of other systems. On your enrolment day, we’ll set you up with WiFi access through your student account. Your username will be your student HYC number, which can be found on your student ID. Your password will be made up of the word Hartpury and your Date of Birth in the format DDMMYYYY (e.g. Hartpury01012008). Log in to your email via outlook.cloud.microsoft, where you’ll be asked to change your password. Then we encourage you to set up Multi Factor Authentication to protect your account via mysignins.microsoft.com/security-info All enrolled students have access to Eduroam WiFi and Res-Wifi. Res-Wifi allows you to connect your devices that don’t support Eduroam. Chromebooks, Kindles etc and in Accommodation your Xbox, PlayStation, Roku, Alexa, Smart TVs. If you’re connecting on an Android phone, you’ll need these details: phase 1; PEAP, phase 2; MSCHAPv2, certificate; do not validate. IT packages As a Hartpury student, you’ll have access to the following services for free: - Microsoft Office 365 subscription on your laptop - SPSS statistical programme (used for dissertations and research projects) - Use of all computers on campus - Use of OneDrive, providing protection for your ongoing projects and work

Need help?

Our team are here to help you. Visit the IT Help Desk near Student Services (check the map location on page 18), or scan the QR code to access the IT support portal if you have any issues.

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Start your future this September

The world needs skilled, passionate graduates who can make a real difference, and your degree gives you the opportunity to be part of that change. From protecting our planet and improving sustainability, to advancing human and animal health and wellbeing, the knowledge and skills you’ll gain at university could help tackle some of society’s biggest challenges. Starting your degree at Hartpury this September* means you can begin building your future now - developing specialist expertise, gaining hands-on experience, meeting your community, and taking the first steps towards a career you’re passionate about. The sooner you start, the sooner you can:

Build skills employers value – gain the knowledge, experience and con f i dence to stand out in a competitive job market.

Turn your passion into a career – study something you love and develop expertise that can make a genuine impact.

Grow personally and professionally – experience new opportunities, meet new people and build independence.

Invest in your future – working age graduates earn an average salary of £42,000**

The world needs your ideas, your skills and your ambition. Your journey starts here this September*.

*Subject to meeting offer requirements **Graduate Labour Market Statistics (December 2024)

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HOME FARM

AGRICULTURE

Home Farm and Agri-Tech Centre

Main campus

SPORTS

Sports Academy Car park

Home Farm and Agri-Tech Centre

Main campus

A417

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Equine drive

Main car park

MAIN CAMPUS

Equine car park

Equine car park

ANIMAL

EQUINE

EQUINE (EQ) Equine Science Laboratories Equine Therapy Centre Rider Performance Centre Equine Centre and Restaurant Stables Arena Equine and Animal Assisted Activity Area Hydrotherapy Centre for Excellence SPORTS (SA) Sports Academy Performance gym Hartpury University RFC Clubhouse Golf Driving Range Rugby and Football Pitches

MAIN CAMPUS College Learning Centre (CLC) Achievement and Success Centre University Learning Hub (ULH) Mark Davison Teaching Centre Graze Restaurant Hartpury House Student Zone/Employability, Skills and Careers (ESC) Main Recep tion/Stude nt Services Legends Bar/Students' Union Uni Study Lounge Toilets Car parking

HALLS Catsbury (FE) Dingle (FE) Limbury (HE) New Vicarage (FE*/HE) Rudgeley (FE) Hartpury House (HE)

AGRICULTURE (FM) Dairy Unit

Hartpury Agri-Tech Centre Malcolm Wharton Centre University Agriculture Centre Workshops/Ca ttle Units Tech Box Park ANIMAL Animal Management Centre (AM) Animal Science Laboratories (AS) Empowered Canine Physio Walled Animal Garden (WG) Dog Agility Arena Veterinary Nursing and Technical Skills Centre

*Over 18s only

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CTH2026

Contact us

If you have any questions, get in touch – we’re here to help. Check your email for updates and news about your application. Accommodation accommodation@hartpury.ac.uk +44 (0) 1452 702352 Admissions admissions@hartpury.ac.uk +44 (0) 1452 702333 Student finance studentfinance@hartpury.ac.uk +44 (0) 1452 702697 Achievement and Success Centre

asc@hartpury.ac.uk +44 (0) 1452 702416 International international@hartpury.ac.uk +44 (0) 1452 702344 Transport transport@hartpury.ac.uk contact@zeelo.co

This document was produced in June 2026. The information reflects the provision as it is at this time. Check our website for the most up to date and detailed information.

www.hartpury.ac.uk

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