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Welcome to Hartpury 1 Our history 3 Industry and employment 5 Our connections 7 Campus events 11 Gold-standard teaching 13 Impactful research 15 Travel opportunities 17 Outstanding facilities 19 Our campus 29 Discover Gloucestershire 31 Social life 33 Your Students' Union 35 Sports Academies 37 Supporting you 41 International students 43 On-campus accommodation 45 Off-campus accommodation 46 Degrees explained 47 Top-up your qualifications 48 Access to HE Diplomas 49 Our course areas Animal 53 Agriculture 75 Equine 89 Sport 117

Veterinary Nursing 139 Postgraduate study 151 Your next steps Open days 153 Your application 155 Student finance 156 Entry requirements 157 Course index 157 Contact us 159 Visit us 160

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200+ industry events on campus each year 9 6% in employment, further study or other purposeful activity (Graduate Outcomes 2020)* *Reflects activities after 15 months for those who graduated in 2018.

work experience providers 2,000 OVER

Teaching Excellence Framework Gold

Our students come from 60 different countries

£50m Over £50 million invested in facilities in recent years

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Welcome to Hartpury

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University

We’re a place for big ideas. A place for innovators, game changers, and the downright curious to come together and make a difference in our specialist industries. We’re united by our passion to change the futures of people, animals and the planet. We are the change We’re driven by and drive scientific research, which puts us at the forefront of everything we do. You could contribute to exciting projects that uncover knowledge, set best practice and enhance our understanding of the world around us. Our campus is a hive of commercial activity. Home to nine businesses, industry events, and partnerships with well-known brands, it’s brimming with opportunities to fulfil your potential. We’ll support you to be the best you can be, and then challenge you to be better. We’ll give you the academic, practical and real-world

experience to turn your passion into your profession. We've been changing lives since 1948. Are you ready to change yours?

The acorn in our logo is symbolic of the potential in all of us to grow and make a difference to the world around us. Did you know?

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But where did it all start? Take a walk through our history and see howwe became the thriving universitywe are today. including undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, as well as PhDs. We began our journeywith just 50 students. Nowwe’re a vibrant community of almost 2,000 students from 60 countries worldwide, studying a range of qualifications

Hartpury House 1957

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2000 We hosted the

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We celebrated becomingHartpury University, alongside Hartpury College, in our 70 th anniversaryyear. We enrolled our first PhD students,

Our link with the University of the West of England was forged. We were awarded Associate Faculty status and began developing A rapid expansion programme began, opening new further education courses in agriculture, equine and animal subjects; the first university- level degree – BSc Equine Science – was launched. It's still running today 1997 Post World War II: Hartpury College was established as an agricultural further education provider in Gloucestershire 1949-1953 Alongside 50 male students, the first female students enrolled on our agricultural courses 1990-1994 1999 Our first master's degree – MSc Equine Science – was launched. We now have a diverse portfolio of master's degrees across our subjects areas our university qualifications

European Young Rider Dressage, Showjumping and Cross-Country Championships and opened our commercial Equine Therapy Centre Our first international field trip took place, to Borneo. Our students now regularly travel to exotic locations. Our newdairy unit was opened byHRH, The Princess Royal 2007 Our new Hartpury Arena hosted the FEI World Para Dressage Championships 2012 We made the decision to work towards full university status (Hartpury University) to strengthen our influence and impact 2017 We were rated Teaching Excellence Framework Gold and awarded taught degree awarding powers, which means we can deliver our own taught degrees 2002

as part of our newresearch

partnershipwith the Universityof theWest of England

2018 We opened our £8.8 million Sports Academy, filled withworld-leading equipment 2019 The launch of our £2 million Agri-Tech Centre for data- driven research that's improving livestock productivity 2021 We received £1.25 million government funding for our Digital Innovation Farm and opened an advanced new dairy parlour for teaching and research 2022 We're hosting two big equine events – the FEI Dressage and Eventing European Championships for Young Riders and Juniors, and the International Society for Equitation Science Conference

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Industry and employment

Students gain experience managing our sports centres and commercial sports spaces. Events Centre: We host over 200 events on campus each year including international equestrian events, a qualifying dog agility competition, as well as international and national research conferences, events and sports fixtures. Equine Therapy Centre: Our students gain experience rehabilitating horses as part of our diverse and talented team. Canine Hydrotherapy Centre: Based on campus, The Cotswold Dog Spa is one of our commercial partners. It provides opportunities Commercial farm: Equipped with precision technology, and working with Müller, Glencore, Sainsbury's, Waitrose and Marks & Spencer, our farm provides plenty of opportunities to gain real-world experience. Combine that with our degrees designed to integrate theory, practice and industry experience, you can see why our students and graduates stand out from the crowd. for students to witness the effects of hydrotherapy on injury and wellbeing.

We support our students to find their calling andmove into careers they love. This includes Olympic sports coaches, international fieldworkers, successful entrepreneurs and a range of exciting roles for global and local brands. We also have our own thriving businesses on campus – some students start their careerswith one of these on graduation. We have our own successful industries on campus. As you read through this prospectus, you'll discover more about our focus on industry and employment. You'll also discover more about the business connections we have on page 7. Here, you can discover more about our campus commerce, which provides invaluable opportunities for students to gain practical experience as part of, alongside and after their studies. Sports Academies: We attract sports professionals and commercial businesses, who work together to achieve elite sporting success.

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“I love how set up the course is for changes in the industry. I’m learning about the challenges and opportunities in agriculture, post Brexit. It’s really opening my mind to the career possibilities.” Jac Parry, BSc Agriculture student

96 % in employment, further study or other purposeful activity (Graduate Outcomes 2020)*

approvedwork placement providers 2,000

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“When you get incredible people, with great vision and drive, combined with great facilities, that’s when the magic happens. Hartpury is a place where magic will happen." Dame Katherine Grainger DBE, British rower and five-times Olympic medallist

We’re rated 2nd in the UK for job prospects in theWhatuni Student Choice Awards 2019, with 96% of our graduates in employment, further study or other purposeful activity (Graduate Outcomes 2020)* That’s because, through our 2,000-strong business network, our students gain valuable skills, experience and industry connections, ready for successful and rewarding careers. Visiting professionals in lectures, field trips, careers events and work placements all form part of the Hartpury student experience. From big global brands to small specialist enterprises, opportunities are both impressive and diverse. On the opposite page, you’ll find just a few of our connections. that make a difference Connections

*Reflects activities after 15 months for those who graduated in 2018.

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Arctic Quest Sled Dog Adventures

LINKING ENVIRONMENT AND FARMING

International andUK-based schools and colleges

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We partnerwith over 2,000 businesses to help our students to find the right work placements. We also provide a wealth of extra opportunities to help prepare you for your graduate career. Your time at Hartpurywill enable you to develop your professional skills and provide youwith a strong CV to help you stand out from the crowd.

Degrees designed with industry We develop our qualifications in line with evolving industry

requirements, consulting with employers to ensure the skills you're developing are in demand. In fact, employers will often come to us first when looking for skilled students and graduates who can make a difference to their business, which means our students get outstanding opportunities. Some of our degrees offer a study abroad option – an excellent way to gain extra experience for your career. Specialist work placement opportunities You’ll benefit from opportunities to work across the UK and internationally, whether as part of short work placement projects or integrated placement years. You’ll also be encouraged to make the most of our businesses and events on campus to gain experience for your CV. Business and enterprise development You'll work on live business projects and get involved with industry networks at events such as the Gloucestershire Business Show. Depending on your course, you could also complete Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM) and Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) qualifications, as well as starting up your own small

business with the support of our Enterprise Hub. Specialist qualifications and memberships

You could achieve a whole host of industry-recognised qualifications alongside your degree.* Students have recently completed ITEC sports massage, education and training, LANTRA pesticide usage and British Horse Society awards to strengthen their CVs. We’ll also support you to join professional bodies – a great first step into your industry.

*Additional costs may apply.

You could have opportunities to gain professional experience in one of our nine working businesses on campus 9

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Graduate profile

"The best bit about my job is seeing the improvements in rehabilitation cases. It’s rewarding to know that your skills as a hydrotherapist have helped make that possible. I always wanted to be a vet but I didn’t get the A-level grades I needed. I wasn’t aware of the alternative career paths. I volunteered at the Canine Hydrotherapy Centre on campus for two years during my degree and secured my job there after graduation."

Zoe Miles Canine Hydrotherapist, Canine Hydrotherapy Centre (Cotswold Dog Spa) BSc Bioveterinary Science

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Our big Industry events

We host big international and national events on campus each year. Our students love to work behind the scenes, learning from experts about logistics, marketing, media and more. They often get to meet industry greats and connect with professionals, ready for their careers. Hartpury UKA National Dog Agility Show The best of dog agility. Students can gain hands-on experience too . NAF Five Star International Hartpury Horse Trials World stars compete at this event – five days of exciting dressage, showjumping and cross-country. NAF Five Star Hartpury Festival of Dressage The festival attracts gold medal-winners including Rio Olympics champion Charlotte Dujardin. NAF Five Star Hartpury Showjumping Spectacular A must for rising stars and experienced competitors to showcase their jumping talents. Open Farm Sunday Exciting farming sessions inspire the next generation of farmers from the local community. Hartpury University RFC matches Matches in our stadium attract crowds from afar. Our students and graduates often play for our Championship rugby club too. BUCS sports competitions Our sports facilities host big BUCS (British Universities and Colleges Sport) matches across our disciplines. Active Gloucestershire School Games We host events each year, welcoming future sports stars to campus to engage with sport. Research conferences and events We're the selected UK host for the International Society for Equitation Science Conference in 2022. We also host an annual Alltech conference to promote recent research.

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Did you know?

We're the host for the 2022 FEI Dressage and Eventing European Championships for Young Riders and Juniors, and the International Society for Equitation Science Conference 2022 We’re home to industry conferences, with recent events including the Alltech equine and UK Sport Development Network conferences

We're the chosen location for big business events, recently hosting the launch of the Co-op Midcounties ‘Food Glorious Food’ competition

We host the national Parlour Safe Scheme, a pioneering dairy initiative that sets industry standards

Our annual Big Careers event connects students with potential employers and placement opportunities

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Gold-standard Teaching excellence

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Watch now Meet our passionate staff www.hartpury.ac.uk/watch-our-staff

Teaching Excellence Framework Gold Rated TEF-Gold for teaching quality, we're among the top university providers nationally. You'll benefit from a consistently outstanding learning experience and be ready for your next step. "The teaching is invaluable. I really enjoy my course." Hartpury University student Blending theory and practice We’ll bring heaps of relevant theory into your degree, but we'll always make sure that you quickly put this into practice so it sticks in your mind. "The practical sessions after lectures consolidate my knowledge." Zoe, BSc Zoology student Passionate community Our specialist nature means you'll be surrounded by students and staff who immerse themselves in what they love. "I love my lecturers' enthusiasm for their subjects. It makes me want to engage." Emily, Hartpury University student

Well qualified to teach Our teaching staff are highly trained and qualified to help you achieve your dreams. 92% having university-specific teaching qualifications (2020), which places us in the top 5% of UK providers. "We have lots of opportunities to engage with our lecturers." Carl, BSc Agriculture student Plenty of time with our experts Benefit from at least 15 hours of teaching time each week in your first year. That's 25% above the national average. You'll be learning from lecturers who are also coaches, behaviourists, scientists, entrepreneurs and industry professionals. They’ll support you to develop the skills for your future career, or to progress into postgraduate study in your chosen field.

of teaching time at least each week in your first year – 25% above UK average 15 hrs 60 We offer over 60 specialist undergraduate pathways

Teaching Excellence Framework Gold

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Love research that makes a difference

Our students are exposed to the latest science. They attend national and international conferences, often presenting their own research, and co-publishing their findings in academic journals. The majority of our research is based in

We’re driving changewith research that’s improving animal and equine welfare and performance, agricultural productivity, and changing lives through sport and physical activity. We innovatewhere it matters. Our research-active staffand students collaboratewith businesses and professional bodies to undertake data-driven research to find solutions to pressingworld issues.

practical real-world settings, which enables our students to develop as

employment-ready graduates with their own unique skill sets to make a difference in the areas they're passionate about.

Discover more about our research:

55 – Animal 77 – Agriculture

91 – Equine 119 – Sport 143 – Veterinary Nursing

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“Hartpury is an amazing place for research. With access to specialist staff, professional facilities and over 230 horses, I’ve been exploring ways to improve welfare through REM sleep analysis. By filming a horse’s natural sleep behaviour, we can identify sleep deprivation issues and make changes to improve health, wellbeing and performance. A less invasive method than the EEG scan, it has the potential to positively impact the lives of horses across the equine sector – from performance horses to recreational riding. At Hartpury, I’ve found a way to combine my love of welfare with my passion for research and education, to make a real difference."

Caroline Merritt, MSci Equine Science student

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"I did my work placement in the Northern region of Uganda, teaching farmers in rural villages how to grow ginger and chilli as

"I presented my dissertation research at the International Society for Equitation Science (ISES) in Vancouver, Canada." Thalia Edwards, BSc Equine Sports Science graduate, Human and Equine Sports Massage Therapist, Vancouver

cash crops." Alexandra Growden BSc Agriculture student

At the heart of Exploring the world

Travel opportunities at Hartpury University can take you far andwide.* From integrated placement years on farms in NewZealand, to sports therapy projects in Brazil, or equine and agriculture study exchanges in the USA, Canada or Europe, you’ll get plenty of opportunities to explore the worldwhile you’re studying here. You could also follow in the footsteps of our graduates who move into exciting careers in exotic locations. Wherever you might go, we'll support you to gain the practical experience, confidence and industry contacts you need to progress into an exciting and rewarding career.

* Travelling abroad will incur extra fees. Please see course pages on our website for further details.

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Field trips enrich your everyday learning and

Our students have made study trips to over 30 countries. You could choose to go overseas on a one-week field trip, a three-month exchange, or even for one year if you’ve chosen a degree with an integrated placement year

provide memorable experiences. They could even lead to an exciting career. You may be eligible for our Study Experience bursary or grant, of up to £1,000 towards the cost of your field trips or research

Your travel options International study exchanges Study a semester or academic year at another institution in Europe, Canada or the USA. Work placements abroad Experience new business cultures whilst gaining professional experience for your CV. International field trips Strengthen your learning in another part of world. Conferences and research Present your research at industry conferences across the globe.

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360 hectares of learning facilities at your fingertips

Our specialist facilities match our specialist nature. They're used by students and industry professionals alike. In fact, some of them are part of our commercial enterprises on site and so enable our students to develop the latest skills whilst gaining invaluable professional experience.

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“The facilities are so impressive. You can feel the professionalism everywhere. Using the riding simulators, I can see the theory come to life and gain practical experience for the future.” Beata Kaminska, BSc Equestrian Sports Science student from Poland

Over £50 million invested in facilities in recent years, including our new Sports Academy and Agri-Tech Centre

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Sport facilities you'll love

high-tech 3D cameras and digital mirrors. You could even undertake research that helps to develop our understanding of human performance. Gyms and pitches Our fully-equipped gyms and facilities are used by students across all courses, as part of their learning, playing sport for fun and competitively. You’ll play, train and challenge yourself on our professional-standard pitches,

We’ve recently invested £8.8 million in our sports facilities, enabling our students to learn using some of the most advanced technologies in the UK. Facilities for the future Get hands-on in our biomechanics and human performance labs, rehabilitation suite, medical and physiotherapy rooms, and 1,500m² sports hall. Discover the benefits of high-altitude training in our dedicated chamber, use our anti-gravity treadmill for rehabilitation, and map body image and movement using

stadiums and performance suites. Read more on our facilities page 121.

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£8.8m new sports facilities development

Practical sessions Learn using some of the most advanced sports technology in the UK

Outstanding facilities Pitches, sports halls and gyms for competitive and recreational activities

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Equine facilities you'll love

advanced riding simulators, including the Racewood Eventing Simulator and MK10 Racing Simulator, and dedicated strength and conditioning and therapy suites. It’s a dream facility for everyone looking to develop their own performance, learn more about riding techniques or develop their coaching skills. Equine therapy facilities Our Equine Therapy Centre gives students the opportunity to work with clients and support our specialist staff to treat and rehabilitate

You could use our world-class facilities to develop your practical and professional skills, as well as contribute to research that’s advancing welfare and performance. Our competition arenas also provide the ideal space to develop riding, coaching and other skills. The facilities you need Our equine centre is home to 230 stables and specialist equipment, including water and high-speed treadmills, used by students for training and research. Our competition arenas host international events, which provide plenty of opportunities to work behind the scenes. Specialist simulators Our Rider Performance Centre boasts

horses at elite and non-elite levels. Gyms and sports equipment

Our cutting-edge sports facilities provide a fantastic resource for our equine students to further their learning and performance. Read more on our facilities page 93.

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230 Home to 230 horses including student liveries to enhance learning

Leading research Equine therapy and rider performance centres, home to specialist research and learning

World class Extensive competition facilities attracting athletes from across the globe

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Animal facilities you'll love

Spa) provides students with exciting work placement and volunteering opportunities to gain extra experience while studying. Practical sessions provide an insight into canine training and fitness, as well as the human-animal bond. Animal collection Our diverse animal collection includes invertebrates, reptiles, aquatics, exotics, large and small animals. Our animal students also work with horses in our Equine Centre (we have over 230 on campus) plus livestock on our commercial farm. Read more on our facilities page 57.

Our ever-expanding animal collection provides access to over 70 animal species. We're also home to a 360-hectare rural campus – the ideal space for wildlife conservation. Animal science labs Our specialist animal science laboratories and veterinary nursing training centre enable students to develop their scientific research skills, an important element of many of our degrees. Canine facilities Our campus commercial Canine Hydrotherapy Centre (The Cotswold Dog

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Animal behaviour Work with domestic and non-domestic species

Wildlife conservation Get involved with conservation projects on our rural campus

Human-animal bonds Learn about the complex relationships between animals and people

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Agriculture facilities you'll love

If you’ve got the passion to drive the sector to a more sustainable future, we’ve got everything else you need. With access to 400 hectares of award-winning commercial farmland across five sites and the latest agricultural technology, you’ll develop the practical and business expertise to launch an exciting career in this rapidly-growing sector. Commercial farm Step out of the classroom and apply your knowledge to real-world projects on our award-winning commercial livestock and arable farm that works with Müller, Waitrose, Glencore, Marks & Spencer, Sainsbury's and more big brands.

Agri-Tech Centre Our £2 million Agri-Tech Centre is home to the latest developments in livestock innovation. You’ll use smart farming software, precision tools and digital sensors to collect real-time data on our farm, as part of your learning. Explore areas that match your career goals and share your knowledge with local farmers. You’ll be helping to improve productivity and profitability across Gloucestershire. New dairy parlour Our students are exposed to the latest agricultural technology as part of their applied learning and research, and develop expertise for the future. Read more on our facilities page 79.

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“The facilities at Hartpury are amazing. I would say they are world class.”

Jack, BSc Agriculture student

£2m Agri-Tech Centre Connecting the agricultural industry with smart technology

400 hectares of livestock and arable farmland

Supplying

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Your future starts here

Academic area Includes our 24hr library, academic and learning support Halls of residence Set in cosy blocks at the heart of campus Walled Animal Garden Home to our exotic and domestic animals, including meerkats and prairie dogs Student Zone Includes academic and wellbeing support Student café and eatery Our Red & Black café serving Costa Coffee and student restaurant Orchard Garden Home to our emus, llamas and goats Hartpury House and gardens Where Hartpury began in 1948

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Legends bar Our on-site student bar with pool tables and TVs. Social study space, the Uni Study Lounge, is next door Nursing Centre Our microbiology labs, clinic, aquarium and reptile rooms Equine Centre Home to our Rider Performance Centre, Equine Therapy Centre, international arenas and livery yard Sports Academies Sports labs, pitches and gyms including our £8.8 million development 2*, 3* and 4* cross- country course Created for our NAF Five Star International Hartpury Horse Trials Commercial farm Home to our University Agriculture Centre, Agri-Tech Centre and advanced new diary parlour Agri-Tech Centre £2 million Agri-Tech Centre for livestock innovation, research and knowledge exchange Animal and Veterinary

Only 15 minutes to Gloucester city and 20 minutes to Cheltenham town by car or bus

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"There's a great balance between city life and rural life." Phil Hallsworth, BSc Sport and Exercise Sciences student

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Our 360-hectare campus in the heart of Gloucestershire offers the ideal haven for outdoor exploration and adventure. For the buzz of urban life, Gloucester city and Cheltenham town are on your doorstep. With exciting shops, cafés, eateries, bars and night clubs, there’s something for every day of the week. Adventure At the heart of

If you’re into adrenaline sports, you can take your pick of activities in the area. Bugsboarding Mountainboard Centre, known as one of the most progressive mountain board centres in the UK, is just next door. Then there’s Gloucester Ski and Snowboard Centre – if you’re a pro you could give their freestyle club, The Dark Side, a try. There’s also forest adventures, mountain-biking trails for all abilities and the Cotswold Waterpark where you can try almost every watersport activity there is.

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Party after dark Doing something different after dark is an exciting part of university life. Gloucester city and Cheltenhamtown are both nearby and arewhere our students often head towhen night falls. From cheesy pop clubs and cocktail bars, to unpretentious indie gigs and cosy caverns, there’s something to suit all tastes. If a bite to eat is on the agenda, you’ll find tasty world cuisines, fine dining and everything in between at Gloucester Quays, the newly developed docklands.

Gloucester is recognised for its first-rate night life. It's one of only 70 UK towns and cities to hold the ATCM Purple Flag

Kick back at music or arts festivals Gloucestershire is widely known as the UK’s ‘festival county’. It’s perfect for those of you who love to kick back at weekends and have fun. From the internationally-acclaimed Cheltenham Literature, Science and Music festivals to the famous 2000Trees Festival, there’s always something going on. You’ll find over 45 music and arts festivals every year. Our Winter, Summer and Freshers' balls are what students look forward to most each year. Recent acts have included Rak-Su, Sigma, Katy B, Lethal Bizzle, Scouting for Girls, Labrinth, Chase and Status, and BBC Radio One DJs Greg James and Scott Mills. That’s one almost every weekend. The highlights of our year

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Watch now Our students tell us what they love most www.hartpury.ac.uk/watch-student-life

Gloucestershire has over 45 music, arts, sports and food festivals each year. That's almost one everyweekend

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Life outside lectures

Discover recreational sports, take up brand new hobbies, do CV-boosting volunteering or raise money for charity as part of our Students' Union (SU). Run by the students you elect, the SU is also here to represent you, listening to your views and driving changes to improve student experience. You might even feel inspired to stand for election yourself.

The SU is here for you! You’ll automatically become a member when you enrol. Join nearly 4,000 other Hartpury students who enjoy exciting sports clubs, societies and social events. Legends bar Our students compete in pub quizzes, laugh at comedy nights and let their hair down at parties in our popular Legends student bar on campus.

STUDENTS’ UNION

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Save as you spend Get a National Union of Students (NUS) Totum card and download the free app for access to over 200 student discounts and details of whats happening on campus

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Clubs and societies With a range of clubs and societies on offer, you're sure to find something you love –whether it's a lifelong hobby or something new. If your passion isn't listed, our SUwill help you establish a brand newclub.

 • Animal Society  • Breeding Society  • Equestrian Club  • Food for Thought Society  • Gaming Society  • Give It A Go Society Discover what's on offer hsu.unioncloud.org

 • Hockey  • LGBT+ Society  • Media Society  • Polo  • Polocrosse

Campus events and activities In between lectures, you'll find our students grabbing a coffee in our Red & Black Costa café or a bite to eat in our student eatery Graze, and relaxing in our campus bar, Legends – which also serves Costa coffee. You'll have big events to look forward to throughout the year, including your Freshers' Week and the Summer and Winter balls. We go big on BUCS Wednesdays. You'll find students watching our teams in action before heading to Legends to celebrate our wins. Our students can watch Championship rugby on a Saturday, when student-led Hartpury University RFC play at home, and equine events throughout the year.

Sports for fun You don’t need to be a competitive athlete to enjoy sport at Hartpury. Working with our Students’ Union, our Hartpury Active project gives you plenty of opportunities to improve your fitness, make friends and have fun. You can join recreational teams, take part in casual sports or enjoy exercise sessions. There’s no membership either, so you can sign up for activities to suit you. Our students have been enjoying spinning, running, yoga, basketball, netball, badminton, volleyball, table tennis and more.

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If you have the talent and drive to play sport competitively, you could be part of one of our sports academies.

Sports Academies

Over 200 international athletes have developed their talents at Hartpury over the past 10 years. From equestrian medal-winners at the Olympics, to our three-time BUCS-winning rugby squad, we nurture the very best talent. Our Sports Academy staff are among the best in their fields. Student athletes will receive high-level coaching and support to achieve their peak performance in their sporting discipline. Students develop their talent alongside their degree, with specially tailored academic and sporting timetables.

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£8.8million sports facilities When it comes to cutting-edge sports facilities, we’ve got you covered. Our brand new sports facilities are kitted out with the latest technology – including a double sports hall equipped with performance analysis cameras, a rehabilitation suite, human performance and biomechanics labs, therapy suites, an altitude chamber, anti-gravity treadmill, power and cross training gyms. Our Sports Academies  • Athlete Performance  • Equine  • Golf  • Netball  • Rowing Read more about our academies on page 40. Find out about funding We offer scholarships for students with the potential to excel in their chosen sporting field. www.hartpury.ac.uk/uni-finance  • Men’s and Women’s Football  • Men’s and Women’s Rugby  • Modern Pentathlon

We're committed to supporting students to reach their academic and sporting potential, and promoting the practices and values of clean sport. *Sports Academy membership price subject to change, check our website for the latest fees. Sports Academy membership costs £300 each year.* It includes training with qualified coaches, access to world-class facilities including our gym, transport and our Sports Academy Performance Hub.

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I owe so

to Hartpury

Graduate profile

“There is a very professional environment at Hartpury. The rugby is built around a winning culture and that really helped with the transition from university to professional sport. I’ve had an incredible year. Benetton Treviso have made some good strides this season and it’s always good to be part of a team that’s ambitious and getting results. I owe so much to Hartpury – I’ll never forget where I’ve come from, that’s for sure." Sebastian Negri Professional rugby player Italian international player BA Sports Business Management

Seb represented Italy in the 2019 Rugby World Cup, 2020 and 2021 Six Nations

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Three-time BUCS Super Rugby winners – and the first team to win this competiton. Hartpury University RFC is the only student-led team in the Greene King IPA Rugby Championship. Gloucester-Hartpury Women's RFC train on campus and compete in the Allianz Premier 15s. Hartpury University Football Club playing in the English football pyramid. Hartpury University and College Boat Club is part of our rowing programme.

Two-time Olympic medal winner Astier Nicolas competing at the NAF Five Star International Hartpury Horse Trials

Student Zoe Adamson , Junior World Rowing Champion 2017

winners of the BUCS Premier League and five-time BUCS national champions. Successful graduates include Ghana internationals Abdul Majeed Waris and David Accam. RowingAcademy Our student rowers won 14 medals at the British Indoor Rowing Championships in 2020, and two former students qualified for the Tokyo Olympics 2021. In 2019, students won three gold medals at the Ghent International Regatta in Belgium. GolfAcademy Our 2019/20 squad won the BUCS league, and our players regularly achieve international titles. Student George Bryant won the English and Welsh BUCS Golf Championship in 2018 and Joe Buenfeld is current 2019 Junior European Open champion. Netball Academy Our Netball Academy, coached by England Futures star Paige Reed, won the 2019/2020 BUCS League. We're a Team Bath Netball Academy Development

Equine Academy Our equestrian athletes receive world-class coaching to develop their competition careers. Graduates include Rio Olympic medal winner Astier Nicolas and dressage star Olivia Oakeley. Women’s RugbyAcademy We currently have a team in the top tier of women’s rugby, the Allianz Premier 15s and BUCS National League. The 2019-20 England squads featured 24 Hartpury students and graduates. Recently, we represented the RFU in the Sanix World Rugby Youth Tournament in Japan. Men’s RugbyAcademy Our successful student-led team, Hartpury University RFC, play and train on campus. We’re eight-time BUCS national champions. Professional players Jonny May and Alex Cuthbert are among our graduates. Women’s Football Academy Our talented women’s football and futsal teams compete in BUCS Western 1A divisions. The futsal teamwon the BUCS Trophy and league in the 2019/20 season. Men’s Football Academy Our senior football programme has established itself as among the best in the UK; we're ten-time

Centre and BUCS league winners. Athlete Performance Academy

We support athletes who are competing in a range of disciplines including athletics, cricket and swimming.

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“My confidence has really developed, thanks to the support I’ve receivedwith my studies and for my disability. I’mmuch more capable than I thought I was.” Daniel Olley, BSc Equine Business Management student

Supporting you to do what you love

Your wellbeing Your health andwellbeing is our top priority. When it comes to achieving your academic best, we knowhow important your personal wellbeing is. Our dedicated support andwellbeing teams are here to help you stay happy and healthy, so you canmake the most of everything Hartpury has to offer. Wellfest event We throw a big wellbeing event, Wellfest, in your Freshers' Week for everything you need to know about health and wellbeing support. You'll pick up lots of tips and get to chat to our support staff. Wellbeing Wednesdays throughout the year, to help you boost your health and wellbeing, including sessions with our popular therapy dogs. Achievement and Success Centre Wellbeing is such a big part of your academic and learning development, that we’ve embedded it into your Achievement and Success Centre. Read more on the next page. Wednesdays are dedicated to student wellbeing. We run a range of events

Our specialist team We have a team of qualified counsellors, nurses, wellbeing officers and a chaplain, ready to provide friendly advice and guidance. Our students can access support in a number of ways, from informal daily drop-ins through to structured sessions including therapy. For more specialist support, we can refer students to dedicated health care services. 24-hour support We’re always here when you need us. Our nurses and wellbeing staff offer evening appointments, and our warden and safeguarding team are available 24 hours a day. Wellbeing workshops We run a range of sessions to help you look after yourself and your friends. Our recently launched ‘Look After Your Mate’ workshop helps students to feel confident offering support to others.

Your health and wellbeing services are located in our Student Zone.

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A chievement & S uccess C entre

Achievement and Success Centre As part of the support we offer, you’ll have access to our dedicated Achievement and Success Centre (ASC), to help you achieve your academic best and develop as a person. Academic support From one-to-one support, to group sessions and online resources, our ASC has everything you need to succeed. We’ll support you to define your academic and personal goals in your development plan, and tailor our academic workshops to help you work towards them. Delivered online and face to face, you’ll have every opportunity to get the very best out of your learning. Get in touch asc@hartpury.ac.uk

Learning and disability support We provide outstanding support for students with a range of disabilities, health conditions and learning differences – including dyslexia or dyspraxia, a physical or sensory impairment, medical or developmental condition.* In fact, our advisors will be on hand before you start to lead you through the process, and ensure you have everything you need from day one. *The level of support provided may be subject to specific programmes. Wellness development We offer a friendly, safe space for students to talk about anything worrying them on a one-to-one basis. You can access support face to face, via video call, or by email. We can also refer students to the internal or external support services that best suit their needs.

Attending two or more ASC workshops in a year can increase grades by one degree classification. Did you know?

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We're home to students from 60 different counties

Welcoming European and international students

#4 Dedicated support team – Whether you’ve previously studied in the UK or not, we'll provide outstanding support and guidance throughout your application – from visa support to booking accommodation and understanding student finance – and while you’re studying here. #5 Excitingwelcome week – You’ll soon feel at home. We have lots planned during enrolment week to help you settle in to student life in the UK. Your International Welcome Event is a great way to meet students from across the world and explore the local area. Did you know? We’ll support you to prepare for your career through volunteering and placements, part-time roles and real-world project briefs. With support from our employability team, you’ll clarify your career goals and develop a plan to make it happen. The new graduate work visa means you can apply to stay in the UK for two years once you’ve graduated.

Our Hartpury family is made up of staff and students from over 60 countries across the world – it’s part of what makes our community so vibrant, friendly and inspiring. Five reasons to choose Hartpury #1 Our specialism –We focus everything we do on the animal, agriculture, equine, sport and veterinary nursing sectors. Our experienced academics, industry expertise and cutting-edge technologywill provide you with the knowledge and skills to progress into your dream career. #2 Ahome from home – Our beautiful 360-hectare campus is located in the heart of the Gloucestershire countryside. If you fancy the buzz of urban life, we’re a short bus ride from Gloucester city and Cheltenham town. We’re within a one-hour drive from major cities and airports, Bristol and Birmingham, plus two and a half hours from London, making it easy to travel to and from Hartpury in between terms. #3 Apersonal experience – Our small size means we’ll know you by name. We’ll provide you with a safe and personal learning environment, with plenty of one-to-one time with lecturers and support staff. We’re a very welcoming community and by joining us you’ll become part of the #HartpuryFamily.

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“I would recommend Hartpury University to

international students. It has a global reputation, exceptional facilities, and the lecturers support you to achieve your best. The international team helped me throughout my application – from getting my visa to arranging transport – and settling in. Everyone is so welcoming and my new mates helped me feel at home. At Hartpury, I’m following my passion for football whilst also studying a Sports Business Management degree. I know I’m on the right path to make my dreams come true.”

Stephen Sarkodie, BA Sports Business Management student from Ghana

Book your place now With campus-based and virtual events on offer, you can discover Hartpury from anywhere in the world. www.hartpury.ac.uk/uni-opendays

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Get cosy on campus

"I loved living in halls in my first year. I was so close to everything and it was like being part of a family. My two roommates are

Settle into an accommodation option to suit your taste and budget – from halls of residence on our beautiful rural campus and in the heart of Gloucester city, to private accommodation options spanning the local area. Whichever option you choose, you’ll become part of a welcoming and vibrant student community. If you want the luxury of living on site, surrounded by countryside and being able to roll out of bed for your lectures, our on-campus halls of residence are the right choice for you. If city life is more for your thing, you could join others in our off-site accommodation (see opposite page), or a private house-share, in the heart of buzzing Gloucester. It's just a 15-minute bus or car journey away.

still my best friends now." Sophie Hulme, BSc Equine Science student

We guarantee Hartpury accommodation for all first-year students

Our cosy student halls have en-suite facilities andWiFi

We’ve even got quieter rooms for those who have to get up early to care for horses or to train

Some of our halls of residence on campus

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Watch now Explore Blackfriars for vibrant urban living www.hartpury.ac.uk/watch-blackfriars

City living

If the buzz of city life is more your style, our Blackfriars accommodation could be a great match for you. You’ll be situated right in the heart of vibrant Gloucester, just 15 minutes by bus or car to campus. With a busy high street and stunning Gloucester Quays outlet shopping centre on your doorstep, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to shop, eat out and socialise with your new friends. Blackfriars, managed by Cityheart Living, is a popular choice amongst students seeking independent city living. Luxury townhouses offer modern living spaces, large communal areas and en-suite rooms with queen-size beds. It's a great home away from home, with everything you need to study at Hartpury. The complex is a student haven as well. You’ll be living alongside lots of other students, so it’s a great way to make new friends too.

Blackfriars accommodation near Gloucester Quays

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Degrees explained

Choosing which subject to study at university can lead to some big questions. But what about the type of qualification you choose? Howwill this affect your future and which one is the best fit for you? Here we help you understand your options at Hartpury.

Bachelor of Science (BSc) or Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree?

Foundation degree (FdSc) 2 years or 3 yearswith integrated placement year A foundation degree will support you to enter the vocational part of your industry. The content is hands-on and includes increased work placements and a diverse range of practical assessments. At the end of the foundation degree you should be ready to enter employment or progress onto a one- year level 6 top-up qualification to achieve a full BSc (Hons) degree. BSc (Hons) Level 6 Top-up degree 1 year A top-up qualification comes after a foundation degree, HND or equivalent in a relevant subject. It enables you to top-up your existing qualification to a full BSc (Hons) degree in one year. Integrated Master's (MSci) degree 4 years or 5 yearswith integrated placement year An MSci is an exciting qualification, combining undergraduate and postgraduate-level study in one. You’ll study your full BSc (Hons) degree, with an extra year of study enabling you to pursue your subject in more detail and develop advanced research skills. It offers a great platform fromwhich to move into employment, academia or research-based professions. Integrated placement year All of our degrees offer the option to gain extra hands-on experience through a one-year placement in industry. This will extend your course by one year. It's a great way to boost your CV and stand out from the crowd.

3 years or 4 yearswith integrated placement year The most popular undergraduate qualification is a bachelor’s degree. This is usually pursued after A-levels, diplomas or international equivalent qualifications. Bachelor’s degrees come in science (BSc) or arts (BA) subjects. A bachelor’s degree is perfect if you’re keen to develop more specialist knowledge in a particular subject while gaining skills and experience ready for your dream career. What are Honours degrees? Our degrees come with Honours (Hons). Although ‘Honours’ isn’t a grade, it is a mark of quality. It could help your job application stand out to an employer or your application for postgraduate study. Do I needtodoa foundationyear? 4 years or 5 yearswith integrated placement year Most of our degrees offer a foundation year option. You can do this in one year before your degree. A foundation year is ideal if you need to develop subject-specific skills ready for degree-level study. You might have been away from education for a while or you could be changing your career direction and needing to bridge a knowledge gap. You may also have studied international qualifications of a different level to those required for a UK-based degree. On successful completion you'll progress onto the first year of your degree, alongside other first-year students.

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