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Enhanced Offer Scheme To help your journey to Hartpury University, we’ve designed an exclusive Enhanced Offer Scheme. What does it mean for you as an offer holder? After you’ve attended your Offer Holder Day, we could lower your academic entry requirements. You can find more information on the initiative via our website, or discuss with our team during your visit. www.hartpury.ac.uk/enhanced-offer-scheme

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Contents 6. Plan your day 8. Equine 10. Business Management, Sport Business and Sport Coaching

12. Sport Science, Therapy, and Nutrition 14. Agriculture, Animal, Biological Sciences and Environmental Science 16. Veterinary Nursing 18. Forums 20. Accommodation 22. Information for parents

CONGRATULATIONS You’re a Hartpury University Offer Holder! Whether you've visited campus before or not, we can’t wait to see you, your parents, and any other guests joining you, to show you more of Hartpury University, and what makes it a special place for students. About the day We’ve built your Offer Holder Days around topics that are important to you. We want you to leave campus reassured that this is the right place for you. You’ll experience university life and become a Hartpury student for the day. You’ll hear from your subject area head of department and take part in an interactive session that’s specific to your chosen degree. A breakdown of these sessions is available from page 8. Meet those that will support you whilst living and studying here. Our teams, including admissions, accommodation, finance, and careers, are available all day in our Study Lounge. We’re looking forward to welcoming you. Parents: We haven’t forgotten about you! Take a look at page 22 for information specific to you. As well as all of the above, we’re running student and parent forums covering key topics across the student experience, see page 18 for a full agenda. You can also tour campus and your accommodation options, here and in Gloucester city centre (see page 20). Enjoy your day with us. Paul Featonby Head of Admissions

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Your Offer Holder Day There’s so much more to discover

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Event schedule

Your Offer Holder Day opens at 9am. You’re welcome to arrive and register at our Study Lounge anytime. Outside of your allotted welcome talk and course session, it's your time for you and your parents/ guests to explore campus, meet students and staff in our Study Lounge, attend forums, and tour accommodation. See More to explore below for details. You'll find space to plan your day and note down key times on the inside back cover of this programme.

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09:00 09:30 10:00 10:30 11:00 11:30

Welcome Talk Location: MDC1

Offer holders: Course session Parents: Parent Panel (see More to explore, below)

Equine

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Welcome Talk Location: MDC1

Business Management, Sport Business and Sport Coaching

Offer holders: Course session Parents: Parent Panel (see More to explore, below)

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Sport Science, Therapy, and Nutrition

Welcome Talk Location: MDC1

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Agriculture, Animal, Biological Sciences and Environmental Science

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Veterinary Nursing

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More to explore Life at Hartpury: Student Q&A

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Sport | Business Location: MDC4

Animal | Veterinary Location:

Meet our graduates: Hartpury Alumni

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Learning support services at Hartpury Campus accommodation tours Blackfriars accommodation tours

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Location: MDC5

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Running all day. Book in Study Lounge. Allow 45 minutes for a tour

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Parent Panel

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Location: Graze 01

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12:30 13:00 13:30 14:00 14:30 15:00 15:30 16:00 16:30

Offer holders: Course session Parents: Parent Panel (see More to explore, below)

Welcome Talk Location: MDC1

Offer holders: Course session Parents: Parent Panel (see More to explore, below)

Welcome and Veterinary Practice Based Learning Talk Location: MDC1

Offer holders: Course session Parents: See More to explore, below

Location: MDC4

Location: MDC4

Location: MDC4

Equine | Nursing MDC4

Free tour buses leave every 15 minutes. Book in Study Lounge. Allow up to an hour for a tour

Location: Graze 01

Location: Graze 01

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Equine Offer Holders Welcome talk: 9.30am Location: MDC1

Your Offer Holder Day will begin with a welcome from your Head of Department, Catherine Porter, as she explains why we’re the perfect place to pursue your passion for all things equine. You’ll then split into your dedicated course sessions. Parents: You're very welcome to attend the welcome talk, after which offer holders will split into their course sessions. Information on what else is available for you across the day is on page 22.

What to bring You’ll be taking part in an interactive session, so make sure you wear warm, waterproof clothing and sensible shoes.

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BSc (Hons) Equine Business Management: Myths versus reality Dive into the strategies that make equine companies thrive, learn how to make them better and how we’ll help you excel in the commercial arena. You'll get the inside scoop from our current students, who’ll reveal the myths versus reality of equine business. BSc (Hons) International Horseracing Business: Racing on tour Horseracing is the second largest spectator sport in Great Britain. It’s progressive, focussed on driving growth to remain competitive, and highly regulated to ensure the welfare of sporting participants (horse, jockeys and yard staff). You’ll gain an understanding of the essential ingredients of success. BSc (Hons) Racehorse Performance and Rehabilitation*: Racing on tour Horseracing is the most highly regulated equestrian sport and leads the way in equine veterinary science. There’s a wealth of scientific knowledge about the Thoroughbred, with an emphasis on injury prevention and rehabilitation. Delve into the science of racehorse performance management, as well as the horseracing world. BSc (Hons) Equine Performance and Rehabilitation: In ‘knee deep’ Step into our Equine Therapy Centre as we delve ‘knee deep’ to assess one of our patients on the water treadmill. You’ll learn the top techniques and tools to help athletes to return to peak performance. BSc (Hons) Equine Behaviour and Welfare: Learning principles in practise You'll take part in an interactive demo, exploring how horses learn, acquire knowledge and why their welfare matters. You’ll see equine behaviour in action and learn how you can make a difference in shaping the future of horse care. BSc (Hons) Equine Science and MSci Equine Science: Under the skin A horse can withstand the force of half a tonne travelling at 40mph! During this session, you’ll examine one of their most unique features, the equine distal limb (leg). Learn how internal structures create ‘elastic’ energy, generating incredible power. BSc (Hons) Equestrian Sports Coaching*: Coaching the coach Think coaching is easy? Think again. You'll work alongside current students and pros to break down what it takes to bring out the best in riders. From proven techniques to performance breakthroughs, you'll look at how you can build confidence and results. BSc (Hons) Equine Dental Science: Straight from the horse’s mouth Take part in an interactive live demonstration and find out first-hand what it means to be an Equine Dental Technician. As part of this session, you’ll gain an understanding of the profession and the rewarding career opportunities that are available.

*If you have not yet completed your evidence of practical competency, we’re delighted to offer the option of doing this during your Offer Holder Day. It’ll take no more than one hour of your time, and we have slots available throughout the afternoon to fit around your other activities. When you arrive, please speak with our admissions team to book your time slot.

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Meet your Head of Department, Sarah Lee before you split into your dedicated subject sessions. She’ll explain what it means to be a Hartpury student, the specifics of our business and coaching degrees, and why Hartpury is the place for you. You’ll then split into your dedicated course sessions. Parents: You're very welcome to attend the welcome talk, after which offer holders will split into their course sessions. Information on what else is available for you across the day is on page 22. BSc (Hons) Business Management: No person is an island Business offers global opportunities. How prepared are we to step outside our usual comfort zone and engage in this world? This fun, interactive session is your chance to discover your strengths, meet new people, and start mapping out your perfect career. It’s all about figuring out who you are and where you want to go in a world full of possibilities. BSc (Hons) Sports Coaching and BSc (Hons) Physical Education and School Sport: A holistic approach – the athlete as a person Coaching is about more than just skills, it’s about helping people grow as individuals. In this high-energy session, you’ll dive into how you can shape the future of sports by developing not just athletes, but well-rounded individuals. Get ready to move, experiment with your coaching style, and take part in hands-on activities. Whether you’re into coaching, PE teaching, or improving public health, this is your chance to show what you’re made of. BSc (Hons) Sport Business Management: Social media and sport From viral TikToks to massive Instagram campaigns, social media is redefining the way sports businesses connect with fans. In this session, you’ll explore how different platforms are used to grow brands, boost sales, and build loyalty. Business Management, Sport Business, Sport Coaching Offer Holders Welcome talk: 10.30am Location: MDC1

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Sport: What to bring You’ll be taking part in an interactive session, so you might want to wear your sports kit.

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Sport Science, Therapy, and Nutrition Offer Holders including FdSc Sport Performance and Coaching/BSc (Hons) Sports Performance

Welcome talk: 11.30am Location: MDC1

Meet your Head of Department, Sarah Lee for more insights on your course and what Hartpury University has to offer you in the fields of sport science, nutrition and therapy. You’ll then split into your course specific groups, meet our lecturers and your fellow offer holders. Parents: You're welcome to attend the welcome talk, after which offer holders will split into their course sessions. Information on what else is available for you across the day is on page 22. BSc (Hons) Sports Therapy: Holding it together Have you ever had an injury? Did you wonder about the science behind the injury and anatomy? In this interactive session, you’ll jump in to the world of sports therapy to focus on anatomy, the structures involved, how these may be injured, and the rehabilitation involved. BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Nutrition, BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Sciences, BSc (Hons) Strength and Conditioning, BSc (Hons) Sports Performance, and FdSc Sport Performance and Coaching: From theory to practice We’re constantly exploring new ways to improve athletic performance. Understand how each discipline interacts to innovate within sport. Experience our Performance Gym with a physical activity designed around testing athletic qualities and how practitioners can use this to inform athletic development and other professional practice areas.

What to bring You’ll be taking part in an interactive session, so you might want to wear your sports kit.

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Agriculture, Animal, Biological Sciences and Environmental Science

Offer Holders Welcome talk: 12.30pm Location: MDC1

Your Head of Department, Wanda McCormick will speak with you on Hartpury’s expertise across agriculture and animal subjects, and explain what makes Hartpury the perfect choice for students to study their passion. You’ll then join your course specific groups to learn more about your chosen degree. Parents: You're welcome to attend the welcome talk, after which offer holders will split into their course sessions. Information on what else is available for you across the day is avai on page 22. BSc (Hons) Agriculture By 2050, there will be another billion people on the planet – they ’re all going to need to eat! Find out how Hartpury’s commercial campus farm, home to our Agri-Tech Centre for smart farming technology and research, is facing industry challenges head on. BSc (Hons) Agriculture with Crop Science Understanding different soil types is critical for the effective crop management. Explore proven crop planning methods and examine different soil types whilst identifying compaction in crop fields on our commercial farm. BSc (Hons) Agriculture with Livestock Science Work with our herd of dairy cows to evaluate nutritional consistency and make feed recommendations. You’ll also discuss the practicalities of meeting sustainable development goals, and the important role that research plays in ensuring farms stay viable. BSc (Hons) Environmental Science Our campus is home to a variety of diverse habitats. During your session, you’ll examine the effects of modern agricultural practices and campus life on soil and water. Afterwards, you’ll discuss mitigation strategies to enhance the environment you’ll be studying in.

What to bring You’ll be taking part in an interactive session, so make sure you wear warm, waterproof clothing and sensible shoes What to bring You’ll be getting hands-on at the farm, so remember to bring your wellies/boots and an overall, if you have them. If you don’t, we can provide them for you.

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BSc (Hons) Bioveterinary Science and BSc (Hons) Veterinary Biosciences: How do we identify disease? Understanding the anatomy and physiology of an animal is important for anyone wanting to work in animal health. You’ll explore in depth, through a hands-on dissection, the anatomy of an organ to understand how it works, the impact it has on the body and what happens when it’s diseased. You’ll also take part in a classroom-based activity session learning about how we can identify disease. BSc (Hons) Animal Behaviour and Training (Clinical) and BSc (Hons) Animal Behaviour and Training with Canine (Clinical): Animal behaviour in practice To understand animals, we need to observe animals in their normal environment. You’ll use our animal facilities to observe animal species and discuss how existing environmental factors and interactions with humans affect various aspects of their behaviour and training. BSc (Hons) Animal Behaviour and Welfare: Getting it right With so many species living on campus, ensuring their welfare is a big job. In this session, you’ll discover how new technology can support us to make decisions and help ensure their health and wellbeing. Examine how grimace scales, infrared thermography and behavioural observations are used to gain essential insights. Humans and animals interact with and impact each other in many ways, from animal-assisted interventions to conflicts with wildlife. You’ll spend time observing some of the animals in our collection and consider the impact of human-animal interactions, as well as the potential benefits to humans. BSc (Hons) Zoology: Campus ecology and biodiversity Our first-year students explore the biodiversity of our beautiful campus. In this session, you’ll get a taste of what that involves. You’ll do your own surveying, using a range of techniques to discover which species reside on campus. Please note that offer holders will need to wear sturdy waterproof footwear for this session. BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences: Theory and practice From land to lab. You’ll take part in two sessions. In the laboratory, through a hands-on dissection, you’ll explore the anatomy of an organ to understand how it works and what happens when it’s not working properly. After that, you’ll undertake some surveying, using a range of techniques to discover which species reside on our campus. BSc (Hons) Human-Animal Interaction with Psychology: Considerations and opportunities

What to bring You’ll be taking part in an interactive session, so make sure you wear warm, waterproof clothing and sensible shoes.

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Veterinary Nursing Offer Holders Welcome talk: 1.30pm Location: MDC1

Discover what life as a small animal or equine veterinary nurse is really like, and get your questions answered. You’ll meet our expert staff at your welcome talk and hear from Head of Department, Catherine Phillips, on life at Hartpury University, our reputation within the industry, and how we’re investing for your future. As part of your Veterinary Practice Based Learning Talk, you’ll get advice on finance specific to Veterinary Nursing and find out how we support our students to gain work experience and arrange placements. Parents: You're welcome to attend the welcome and Veterinary Practice Based Learning talks, after which offer holders will split into their course sessions. Information on what else is available for you across the day is on page 22. After your talks, you’ll have the chance to speak with current students as you walk together to our Veterinary Nursing and Technical Skills Centre. You’ll then spend time in this brand-new facility, which is at the heart of our ongoing vision to produce the very best veterinary nurses to meet and exceed the expectations of employers, for your course session. You’ll experience what it’s like to be a student veterinary nurse at Hartpury University as you get involved in practical tasks. You’ll also spend some time in the lab learning about animal anatomy, explore our clinical skills area, and use some of the specialist equipment available to our students. Finally, you’ll get an authentic insight into clinical learning in a veterinary practice, and hear from current students as they prepare for rewarding careers as veterinary nurses.

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Student and Parent forums Our forums focus on key information outside of your chosen course. Our talks from ambassadors, alumni and our support team have been designed to give you the knowledge and confidence to make important decisions, and provide answers to any questions you may have. Life at Hartpury: Student Q&A Location: MDC4 1.30pm / 2.30pm / 3.30pm Hear from current students about their experiences. They’ll outline our range of clubs and societies, as well as give you the lowdown on the surrounding area and settling into university. Find out everything you need to know

Please note that these are repeat sessions, you are not expected to attend all three.

Learning support services at Hartpury Location: MDC5 11.30am

Learn about the wider support available at Hartpury, the role of ASC, the importance of early disability declaration and getting support arranged before starting at university, as well as details on Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA).

Meeting our graduates: Hartpury Alumni Location: MDC4 Sport and Business Management: 10am Animal, Equine and Veterinary Nursing: 11.45am

Get direct insights from Hartpury alumni on their degrees. Find out how they studied, life during and after their time at Hartpury, and how our students graduate ready to move into successful careers or further study.

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Tour our accommodation

Explore your options across country and city living. Choose between accommodation on our beautiful rural campus, or modern student accommodation in the vibrant City of Gloucester. Tours of our Hartpury Campus halls and Hartpury-Gloucester accommodation (Blackfriars) are available for both offer holders and guests across your Offer Holder Day. You’ll find your tour point in our Study Lounge after you’ve registered.

Hartpury Campus Halls tours Tours available all day from 9am

If you want to be close to your lectures, world-class facilities, and social spaces, surrounded by countryside, you’ll love our Hartpury campus halls. Just 15 minutes by bus from Gloucester and the Quays – your go-to place for shopping days and great nights out – it’s the perfect balance.

Hartpury-Gloucester accommodation (Blackfriars) tours Tours available from midday – 3pm

Perfect for city-lovers. Enjoy the luxury of an en-suite room, cosy queen size bed, and spacious communal areas, all just a short walk from Gloucester Quays – it’s a student favourite for outlet shopping, eating out, and nightlife. Bus links mean you’ll be on campus in just 15 minutes.

We guarantee one of our Hartpury accommodation options to first year students.* Speak with our team at your Offer Holder Day or visit our website to find out more.

*Please note that students living within a 15-mile radius of Hartpury are expected to commute and applications will only be considered from these students if vacancies occur after rooms have been allocated to all applicants living outside this radius.

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Information for parents

How to get involved

Whether you're a parent, relative or friend of a Hartpury University offer holder, we encourage you to be involved in the day. After registration, you're welcome to join your offer holder at the start of their course session. They'll then attend their interactive subject specific session; you’ll meet back up with them in the Study Lounge afterwards. See page 6 for times and locations. If you’re staying on campus, we recommend you join our dedicated parent panels (see below). You can also speak with our teams, who will be based in our Study Lounge all day, tour campus and accommodation – you can do this with your offer holder or whilst you’re waiting for them. Alternatively, head over to Graze, our campus restaurant and grab yourself a bite to eat. Of course, you don’t have to stay on campus! You could use this time to explore the local area – the City of Gloucester and Quays outlet is nearby, or you could even head a little further to Cheltenham. Parents Panel Location: Graze 01-02, 10.30am / Midday / 1.30pm Hear from our experts on a range of topics including our degrees, entry requirements, graduate outcomes, student life, health and wellbeing. This will lead into a Q&A session with our experts, where you can get your questions answered. We'll also provide a hot drink and sweet treat! Parents of Veterinary Nursing offer holders You’re welcome to attend one of the parents panels, however please note that the Veterinary Nursing welcome and Veterinary Practice Based Learning talks, which you’re welcome to attend with your offer holder, take place at the same time as the final panel. You’re welcome to join an earlier panel (all times above) or speak with our teams in the Study Lounge to suit your schedule. Please note that these are repeat sessions, you are not expected to attend all three.

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Plan your day

Use the information throughout this programme to plan your Offer Holder Day. As well as your course welcome talk and session, be sure to make time for the things that are important to you, whether that’s our forums, tours or speaking with our support teams.

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Ready for the next step? If you haven’t already accepted your offer, find out how via the UCAS website.

Coming To Hartpury Visit your CTH 2025 hub via our website. Find the information that’s important to you.

Parent Hub For everything parents need to support a Hartpury University offer holder.

We'll be in touch regularly to keep you updated over the coming months. If you have any questions at any point, please get in touch. Admissions admissions@hartpury.ac.uk +44 (0) 1452 702333 This document was produced in February 2025. The information reflects the provision as it is at this time. Check our website for the most up to date and detailed information.