Hartpury College Prospectus

FE Grooms’ Academy | Hartpury’s Further Education Grooms’ Academy is aimed at keen, hardworking individuals who want to develop their skills with a view to becoming a professional groom. Students are selected for their commitment to work and desire to take relevant examinations or their ambition to build a strong portfolio. Relevant training for BHS or BGA qualifications or CV building is available and students will be expected to groom at competitions and at various yards and establishments as part of their training.

BBC go behind the scenes with young farmers | BBC Radio Four were given an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look into how young farmers at Hartpury are trained in animal welfare, looking after livestock and the business lecturers, James Papworth, spent time with the reporters and a group of students giving an insight into how our young farmers are trained. of farming today. One of Hartpury’s agriculture

Hana Colman , Extended Diploma Horse Management | “The Grooms’ Academy was so helpful and I gained many contacts in the equine competition world. I gained a place

“I was told if I wanted to work with horses then Hartpury was the best! And I have to agree with that.” Robyn Tucker | Extended Diploma Equine Business

working for two international competitors in Germany. I now enjoy a successful career travelling all around the world with elite horses and have not looked back. ” Love to ride? Whether you choose to bring your own horse to Hartpury or not, there are plenty of opportunities to ride. The Hartpury Equestrian Club, run by students for students, aims to offer access for members (from novice level through to elite) to riding and non-riding activities for a small cost. The club enables students (with or without their own horse) to join other equine enthusiasts for training, competitions, demonstrations and social events. The Riding School also offers subsidised lessons for riders from novice level, including individual coaching and recreational sessions. Equitation modules appear on some courses. To enrol on these, students will be required to pass a riding assessment at their interview.

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