Hartpury University Prospectus

200+ industry events on campus each year 98% of our graduates are in employment or study within six months (HESA 2018)

work experience providers 2,000 OVER

10 reasons to choose Hartpury University

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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Contents

Welcome to Hartpury 2 Our history 3 Industry and employment 5 Campus events 11 Gold-standard teaching 13 Impact-driven research 15 Travel opportunities 17 Outstanding facilities 19 Our campus 25 Adventure 27 Party 29 Your Students' Union 31 Sports Academies 33 Your wellbeing 37 International students 38 On-campus accommodation 39 Off-campus accommodation 40 Degrees explained 41

Top-up your qualifications 42 Access to HE Diplomas 43 Our course areas Animal 45 Agriculture 67 Equine 81 Sports 109 Veterinary Nursing 131 Postgraduate courses 143 Your next steps Open days 145 Campus map 146

We push boundaries, challenge the status quo and innovate in our specialist industries. Why? So that we can change the futures of people, animals and the planet. We’re relentless in our pursuit of excellence. We make that difference. We’re driven by and we drive important scientific research, which puts us at the forefront of what we do. Our campus is home to commercial businesses, which alongside the partnerships we have with well-known brands, provides our students and staff with unrivalled opportunities. We’ll support you to be the best you can be, then challenge you to be better. We’ll give you countless opportunities to explore your calling, then help you transform your passion into real-world success. We’ve been changing lives since 1948. Are you ready to change yours? Welcome to Hartpury University

Your application 147 Student finance 148 Entry requirements 149 Course index 149 Contact us 151 Visit us 152

Did you know?

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. It also reflects our countryside heritage

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2000 We hosted the

2017 We were rated Teaching Excellence Framework Gold and awarded Taught Degree Awarding Powers, which means we can deliver our own taught degrees We celebrated becomingHartpury University, alongside Hartpury College, in our 70 th anniversaryyear. We enrolled our first PhD students, 2018 Our new £8.8 million Sports Academy opened, including world-leading sports equipment 2019 Our new £2 million Agri-Tech Centre opened on our commercial farm, helping to improve livestock productivity through precision technology 2020 Hartpury hosts two huge equine events – the FEI Dressage and Eventing European Championships for Young Riders and Juniors 2020, and the International Society for Equitation Science Conference 2018 as part of our newresearch partnershipwith the Universityof theWest of England

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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 masters degree – MSc Equine Science – was launched. We now have a diverse portfolio of masters 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 byAnne, 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 2002

But where did it all start? Take a walk through our history and see howwe became the thriving universitywe are today. We began our journeywith just 50 students. Nowwe’re a vibrant community of almost 4,000 students from 60 countries worldwide, studying a range of qualifications including undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, as well as PhDs. Changing lives since 1948

2014 We achieved two

commendations and seven areas of best practice in the QAA's Higher Education Review, including employability and career prospects

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"Hartpury students never cease to amaze me. They're

We have our own successful industries on campus Our Sports Academies attract professionals and commercial businesses, who work together to achieve elite sporting success. We host two international equestrian events each year, a qualifying dog agility competition, as well as international and national conferences, events and sports fixtures. We have our own commercial equine and canine therapy centres on campus, as well as a commercial farm and rider performance centre, where our students can gain professional 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. Turn over to find out more.

innovative, entrepreneurial and, so importantly, likeable and down to earth."

Simon Reichwald, Strategic Lead for Emerging Talent, MyKindaFuture, student and graduate recruitment specialists

Industry and employment

2nd in the UK for job prospects

98% of our graduates are inwork or further studywithin 6 months (HESA 2018)

We support our students to find their calling and move into careers they love. This includes Olympic Gold medallists, international fieldworkers and researchers, successful business owners and finding employment with big and small brands.

approvedwork placement providers 2,000 OVER

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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

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LINKING ENVIRONMENT AND FARMING

We’re rated 2nd in the UK for job prospects in theWhatuni Student Choice Awards 2019, with 98% of our graduates progressing into careers or further studywithin six months (HESA 2018). 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. Well Connected

International andUK-based schools and colleges

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Graduate Profile

Programmes designed with industry We design and develop our programmes in line with evolving industry demands. 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 As part of your course, you could work on live business projects and network at events such as the Gloucestershire Business Show. You could also complete Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM) development programmes, ready for your career. Professional qualification 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. 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.

"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. Zoe Miles Canine Hydrotherapist, Canine Hydrotherapy Centre (Cotswold Dog Spa) BSc Bioveterinary Science grades I needed. I wasn’t aware of the alternative career paths. I volunteered at the Canine Hydrotherapy Centre for two years during my degree and secured my job there after graduation." I always wanted to be a vet but I didn’t get the A-level

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

Zoe working in the Canine Hydrotherapy Centre on campus

*Additional costs may apply

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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.

Did you know?

Hartpury UKA National Dog Agility Show The best of dog agility for industry professionals. Students can gain hands-on experience too . International Hartpury Horse Trials World stars compete at this event – five days of exciting dressage, showjumping and cross-country. Hartpury International Festival of Dressage The festival attracts gold medal-winners including Rio Olympics champion Charlotte Dujardin. 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 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.

We're the host for the 2020 FEI Dressage and Eventing European Championships for Young Riders and Juniors, and the International Society for Equitation Science Conference 2020 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

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Gold-standard Teaching excellence

"The lecturers deliver the most amazing lectures and use so many fascinating resources. I often feel pumped after a lecture, full of new ideas and so inspired. They’re so passionate and it’s hard not to share that passion." Ashley Johnson, BSc Animal Behaviour and Welfare student

Teaching Excellence Framework Gold We hold Teaching Excellence Framework Gold, which puts us among the top higher education providers nationally for teaching quality. This means that you'll benefit from a consistently outstanding learning experience while you're here and be ready for your next big step. Passionate and practical We’ll bring heaps of theory into your degree, but we’ll always make sure that you quickly put this into practice so it sticks in your mind. Our specialist nature means we’re incredibly passionate about what we do, as our students and staff immerse themselves in what they love, both inside and outside their learning. Well qualified to teach Our teaching staff are trained and qualified, with 87% having university-specific teaching qualifications (2019). This places us in the top 5% of UK providers. They’re well equipped to help you achieve more than you ever dreamed possible. Our flexible learning pathways mean you can do this in the fields that suit you. teaching time each week in your first year. This is 25% above the national average. What’s more, you'll be learning from lecturers who are also coaches, behaviourists, scientists, entrepreneurs and successful industry professionals. They’ll support you to develop the skills you need to graduate ready for your career, or to progress into postgraduate study in your chosen field. Plenty of time with our experts You’ll benefit from at least 15 hours of

Teaching Excellence Framework Gold

60 We offer over 60 specialist undergraduate pathways

At least 15 hours of teaching time each week in your first year – 25% above UK average 15hrs

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Impact- driven research We’re blazing a trail for animal welfare and pushing boundaries in sports performance. Our students work on valuable research projects to drive change within our specialist industries. Led by research-active lecturers, they collaborate with businesses and professional bodies to find practical solutions to real-life issues. We’re setting the bar high for industry practice. Not only that, the research we do feeds back into our curriculum, ensuring that students and staff are at the forefront of scientific knowledge. Students are also getting their names into the public domain, co-publishing papers in journals and presenting findings at national and international conferences.

Making a difference to the lives of animals

Sustainably producing more food through scientific research

Improving horse welfare and performance

Driving change in community sport

Discover more about our subject-specific research:

Animal – 47 Agriculture – 69

Equine – 83 Sport – 111 Veterinary Nursing – 136

Building an evidence base for veterinary nursing best practice

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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 Erasmus exchange, or even for one year if you’ve chosen a degree with an integrated placement year

"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

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

cash crops." Alexandra Growden BSc Agriculture student

At the heart of Exploring the world

Travel opportunities at Hartpury University are located 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 choose to go, we’ll ensure you have the opportunity to gain the practical experience, confidence and industry contacts you need to progress into an exciting and rewarding career.

Your travel options Erasmus and 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.

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

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

360 hectares of learning facilities at your fingertips

World-class equine facilities used for international equine events and byworld champion horses and riders Brand new£8.8 million Sports Academy, boasting some of the best sports equipment in the world

Adiverse collection of over 70 animals including both domestic and non-domestic species

Our new£2 million Agri-Tech Centre, on our commercial farm, is a hub for livestock innovation and research Nine businesses on campus, including canine hydrotherapy and rider performance centres, aswell as a Sports Injury Clinic

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.

Dedicated University Study Lounge providing a unique social learning space

www.hartpury.ac.uk/uni-facilities

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Sports labs, pitches and gyms

Home Farm and University Agriculture Centre Gain real-world experience on our commercial farm, Home Farm. You'll benefit from state-of-the-art facilities for livestock and crop production. We work with big brands such as Sainsbury's, Müller and Glencore. You'll develop industry-standard skills and experience.

Enjoy professional-standard pitches, gyms, a stadium and performance suites. Our gyms and facilities are enjoyed by students across all courses as part of their learning, playing sport for fun or competitively.

Campus farm Agriculture

Our £8.8 million

Sports Academy

Our farming facilities You’ll have access to a 400-hectare farm business, spread across five sites. Learn in our Agriculture Centre and apply theory to practice on our commercial campus farm. Home to cows, calves, sheep and arable land, our facilities include a dairy bull-beef rearing unit, dairy unit and sheep handler. You'll develop your expertise across the supply chain. New£2 million Agri-Tech Centre Our new Agri-Tech Centre is a hub for livestock innovation and research. Our students will use the latest smart farming technology to help improve the productivity, profitability and sustainability of livestock farming locally, national and internationally. Read more on our facilities page 71

Our newSports Academy Benefit from biomechanics and human performance labs, a rehabilitation suite, medical and physiotherapy rooms, and a 1,500m2 multi-sports hall. State-of-the-art equipment includes an anti-gravity treadmill for rehabilitation, an altitude chamber for high-intensity training, high-tech 3D cameras to track movement and high-resolution digital mirrors to map body image. You could perfect your own performance or undertake exciting scientific research as part of your degree – we’ve got everything you need to prepare for your dream career in sport. Read more on our facilities page 113

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Equine Therapy Centre Our commercial Equine

Therapy Centre treats horses at elite and novice levels. You could support the treatment and rehabilitation of a range of horses while you’re here.

Canine Hydrotherapy Centre We have a commercial Canine Hydrotherapy Centre (The Cotswold Dog Spa) on campus. You could have opportunities to gain experience here as part of your degree.

Livery, arenas and training facilities Our Equine Centre is home to 230 stables, competition arenas used for international events and specialist equipment that can be used by Centres Equine This centre includes the most advanced riding simulators in the world – the Racewood Eventing Simulator and MK10 Racing Simulator - as well as dedicated strength and conditioning and therapy suites for equine athletes. Gyms and sports labs Our equine students also use our sports facilities to further their learning and performance, looking at students for training and research. Rider Performance Centre

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Animal collections Our ever-expanding animal collection gives you access to 70 domestic and non-domestic species. Invertebrates, aquatics, exotics, large and small animals provide plenty of opportunities to put theory into practice. Veterinary Nursing Clinical Skills Centre Our specialist veterinary training centre enables students to practice what they learn before applying it on industry work placements. Equine Centre and farm Our animal students make the most of working with horses in our Equine Centre and with livestock on our commercial farm. Read more on our facilities page 49

the rider as an athlete as well as the horse. Read more on our facilities page 85

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Imagine if this was your classroom

Academic area Includes our 24hr library, academic and learning support

Orchard Garden Home to our emus, llamas and goats

Equine Centre Home to our Rider Performance Centre, Equine Therapy Centre, international arenas and livery yard 2*, 3* and 4* cross-country course Developed each year for our International Hartpury Horse Trials Sports Academies Sports labs, pitches and gyms including our brand new £8.8 million development Hartpury House and gardens Where Hartpury began in 1948 Golf course 9-hole golf course, free for all to use Student Zone Includes academic and wellbeing support

Halls of residence Set in cosy blocks at the heart of campus Student café and eatery Our Costa Coffee café and student restaurant Legends bar Our on-site student bar with pool tables and TVs. The University Study Zone is next door Agriculture learning centre Commercial Home Farm, University Agriculture Centre and new £2 million Agri-Tech Centre Our microbiology labs, clinic, aquarium and reptile rooms Walled Animal Garden Home to our exotic and domestic animals, including meerkats and prairie dogs Animal and Veterinary Nursing Centre

Only 10 minutes to Gloucester city and 20 minutes to Cheltenham town by car or bus

Take a look at our campus www.hartpury.ac.uk/our-home

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Our 360-hectare campus in the heart of Gloucestershire offers the ideal haven for outdoor exploration and adventure. On the other hand, Gloucester city and Cheltenham town are both a stone’s throw away, and have everything that urban life offers. 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.

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

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

Clubs and societies We offer awhole range of clubs and societies for you to try out. You'll find a fewbelow, but if your passion isn’t already here, the SUwill help you establish a brand newclub! •• Basketball •• Breeding Society •• Equestrian Society •• Green Leaders •• Hockey •• International Society •• LGBT+ •• Media Society •• Raise and Give (RAG) •• Rugby League •• Polo •• Snowsports •• Volleyball •• Women's Campaign

lectures Life outside

STUDENTS’ UNION

The Students' Union (SU) is your passport to life outside lectures. Discover recreational sports, take up brand new hobbies, do CV-boosting volunteering or raise money for charity. We have more than 150 student representatives (one for each course) so you can always air your views. Run by the students you elect, the SU is here to represent you. You might even feel inspired to stand for election yourself.

© Gloucester Quays

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.

In between lectures and after hours 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.

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If you have the talent and drive to play sport competitively, you could be eligible to join one of our performance sports academies

New£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 overleaf 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

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 and our women’s rowing squad winning Henley Royal Regatta five years in a row – we nurture the very best talent. Our Sports Academy staff are among the best in their fields. If you’re successful in your application to join, and pass the trial day before your enrolment, you’ll receive high-level coaching in your sporting discipline. We'll help you to achieve your peak performance. You’ll develop your talent alongside your degree commitments, with specially tailored academic and sporting timetables.

We're committed to supporting students to reach their academic and sporting potential, and promoting the practices and values of clean sport. *If you're accepted onto a Sports Academy place, membership price subject to change, check our website for the latest fees Sports Academy membership costs £240 each year.* It includes training with qualified coaches, access to world-class facilities, transport and our Sports Performance Hub.

www.hartpury.ac.uk/uni-academies

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

“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." Graduate Profile Sebastian Negri Professional rugby player and Italian international player BA Sports Business Management

The first university team to win the BUCS Super Rugby – which we've won for the past three years 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 at the highest level in the Tyrrells Premier 15s

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

Student Zoe Adamson , Junior World Rowing Champion 2017

nine-time winners of the BUCS Premier League and four-time BUCS national champions. Successful graduates include Ghana internationals Abdul Majeed Waris and David Accam. RowingAcademy Our ladies squad has won the Henley Royal Regatta for the past five years. Student Zoe Adamson won gold at the Junior World Rowing Championships in 2017 and James Cartwright won silver in 2018. James also won gold at the 2018 European Junior Championships. GolfAcademy We compete in the BUCS national leagues 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 is coached by England Futures star Paige Reed. We’re a Performance Academy for the Severn Stars Super League team and BUCS league winners. Athlete Performance Academy We support athletes who are competing in a range of disciplines including athletics, cricket and swimming.

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 Tyrrells Premier 15s and BUCS National League. The 2019-20 England squads feature 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 team are current BUCS Trophy national champions and league winners. Men’s Football Academy Our senior football programme has established itself as among the best in the UK; we're

Seb playing professional rugby for Pro14 club Benetton Treviso in Italy

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Your Health and wellbeing

International and European Students

We’re committed to ensuring you’re able to enjoy all that Hartpury has to offer. Our student wellbeing teamof qualified counsellors, nurses, wellbeing officers and chaplain, provide friendly advice and guidancewhen you need it most. Our annual Wellfest event Wellfest in your Freshers' Week provides everything you need for health and wellbeing support, all in one place. You'll pick up lots of tips, make new friends and get to chat to our support staff. Wellbeing Wednesdays

We’re the top choice for students from60 countriesworldwide and our international community is still growing. We’re nestled in the heart of themost spectacular countyand close tomajor cities and transport links. Adedicated International team Our International teamwill support you on your Hartpury journey, from application right through to the completion of your course. Before you arrive, they’ll help you to book student accommodation, understand student finance, find out about the local area, and more. They'll even pick you up at Heathrow, Gatwick or Birmingham airports, so you can enjoy your journey here, and help with everything you need to settle in. We hold a full Tier 4 sponsor licence fromUK Visa and Immigration (UKVI) service. This means we're able to sponsor the correct visa for your stay at Hartpury. We'll assess your documents to ensure you have everything in place to get your visa first time round. International Welcome Event and International Society We host a welcome event especially for international students. You’ll meet lots of other students from across the world and learn more about living and learning in the UK. You’ll also find out about our International Society, run by students as part of our Students’ Union. The societywill help you enjoy everything the UK offers, through field trips and social events. We're close to major UK cities including London, Oxford, Bristol and Birmingham, with excellent rail and bus links. See page 152 for details

Wednesdays are dedicated to student wellbeing. We run a range of events

Study support Small class sizes mean we can get to know you as an individual and provide a support network to suit your needs. We'll give you expert advice and guidance on careers and help you be the best you can be in your studies. Achievement and Success Centre When it comes to your grades, our Achievement and Success Centre (ASC) team can make a big difference. From one-to-one support on time management, to group workshops and online resources on academic writing, the team can offer expert advice on study topics to suit you. Learning and disability support If you have a specific learning difficulty, such as dyslexia or dyspraxia, a physical or sensory impairment, medical or developmental condition, we can support you through your time with us. In fact, our experts will be on hand before you start to ensure you have everything you need from day one.

throughout the year, to help you to boost your health and wellbeing, including sessions with our popular therapy dogs.

"The module leaders and academic support teams have been great. We get lots of support with study skills and great materials to help us to prepare for lectures. Hartpury is such a nurturing place to be."

“Hartpury has given me great support, helping me to find work, adjust to academic study and they’ve helped with my wellbeing too. Lots of the staff already know me, which makes me feel really valued.” Skai Arthur Walker, BSc Human-Animal Interaction student, from Latvia

Dhruvpal Anchan, MSci Equine Science student

www.hartpury.ac.uk/uni-support

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Get cosy On campus

City Living

www.hartpury.ac.uk/uni-accommodation

www.hartpury.ac.uk/blackfriars

"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 you, 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 short bus ride away. Visit our website to find out everything you need to know.

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. With a busy high street and modern 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, which has 84 rooms and is managed Cityheart Living, is a popular choice amongst students seeking independent city living. Its modern living spaces, large communal areas and en-suite rooms with queen-size beds make it a great home away from home. The complex is a student-haven as well. You’ll find yourself living alongside lots of other students, so it’s a great way to make new friends too.

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

NewBlackfriars accommodation near Gloucester Quays

Worried about giving up your home comforts? Our cosy student halls have en-suite facilities and WiFi

We’ve even got quieter rooms for those who have to get up early to care for horses or to train, or if you just love catching those extra ZZZs

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Some of our halls of residences on campus

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Degrees explained

Build on your existing qualification and industry skills, and develop the expertise for your dream job. You can tailor your studies to match your career goal and choose the subjects that interest you. Our expert lecturers will develop your theoretical subject knowledge, while our specialist campus offers plenty of opportunities to gain hands- on industry experience. You’ll also have the opportunity to carry out your own research in your specialist area of interest. We’ll support you to develop your commercial expertise through field trips and on-site work experiences, so you're ready to make a difference from day one. Our Level 6 Top-up degrees •• BSc (Hons) Animal Behaviour and Welfare •• BSc (Hons) Zoology Joiningus fromanotheruniversity We accept students into every year of our degrees. If you’ve already started your degree at another university, you could still join Hartpury in your second or third year and graduate with a full degree. Our dedicated wellbeing staff will support you as you settle in, and your academic tutor will help you adjust to your new course. If you have a HND, foundation degree or equivalent, you could top-up your qualification to a full BSc (Hons) degree in one year with a Hartpury level 6 top-up degree. Top-up your expertise •• BSc (Hons) Equine Management •• BSc (Hons) Sport Performance

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 Masters (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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Access to Higher Education

If you'd like to study for a degree but don't have the qualifications you need, then an Access to Higher Education Diploma could be for you.

Now it's time to find your perfect course

Qualifications are offered flexibly to suit commitments and, depending on your situation, you could get your tuition fees paid in full. Our qualifications •• Access to Higher Education Diploma (Sports Studies) •• Access to Higher Education Diploma (Land-based –Agriculture, Animal or Equine) FundingforUK-based students Aged 19-23? You could get your tuition fees completely paid if you haven’t already studied a level 3 qualification e.g. A-levels or a diploma Aged 24 upwards? You could be eligible to apply for an Advanced Learner Loan to cover your fees. If you complete your degree, you may not need to pay this back

"Hartpury Access developed me as a person and was key to my succeess in my university course."

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Hannah Knaggs Access to HE graduate MSci Equine Science student

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We’re a nation of animal lovers. 13 million of our UK households have pets*, so it’s no surprise that the global pet care industry is set to swell to £157 billion by 2025.** Furthermore, the global animal health market is worth nearly £25 billion and growing rapidly. † You’re joining the animal industry at a very exciting time. The ever-expanding career opportunities promise a fulfilling future.

We’re fast establishing ourselves as a globally-recognised centre for animal science, behaviour and welfare. As new science and technologies help us to understand animals like never before, we’re able to explore ground-breaking new methods that place priority on the physical, psychological and emotional needs of an animal to maximise wellbeing and performance. Everything we teach our students is underpinned by the latest animal research – both our own and that of our industry partners. We’re creating an evidence base of best practice that’s changing the way we interact with our animals. As a Hartpury animal student, you'll work with research- active lecturers to help solve real-world issues. Our students co-author papers and present at national and international conferences. Our animal facilities are outstanding. There aren’t many other places that you’ll have access to over 70 domestic and non-domestic species on campus. Alongside that, our commercial animal businesses – canine and equine therapy centres, and livestock farm – will provide plenty of opportunities for you to develop your practical, business and communication skills and put you at the forefront of practice. Our partnerships within canine performance and rehabilitation – from Agility Team GB and UK Agility, to canicross and international dog sled racing professionals – provide exciting opportunities for our students to develop experience and contacts for the future. Our access to industry expertise is unrivalled. We host trainers, coaches, behaviourists, veterinary professionals and more on campus, as part of our day-to-day operations. Read about our industry-leading research overleaf

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Hartpury Animal

Courses BSc (Hons) Animal Behaviour and Welfare

Animal Training and Performance Applied Animal Science with Therapy Bioveterinary Science Canine Training and Performance Human-Animal Interaction Zoology BSc (Hons) Level 6 Top-up Animal Behaviour and Welfare Zoology See page 42 for details

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Deadly bacteria found in dog bowls. We’ve discovered E. coli, salmonella and MRSA in dog water bowls, which could put animal and human health at risk. In the first project of its kind, a lecturer and graduate showed that deadly bacteria is less likely to thrive in a stainless steel bowl than a plastic one. Here are a few examples of how our students and staff are making a difference to the lives of animals through research. Audiobooks could improve cows’ welfare. Our research into the effect of audiobooks and music on dairy cows’ behaviour found that cows fed for longer and were more sociable when experiencing country and classical music and audiobooks, and rested more when not exposed to them. Our findings may be used to enhance animal welfare. Dog trained to save endangered hedgehogs. Our lecturer and resident hedgehog expert has been training Henry, the special detection springer spaniel, to sniff out nesting hedgehogs in land development projects so they can be moved to safety. Too much exercise is bad for puppies. We’ve been investigating the health implications of over feeding and over exercising puppies. Our staff and students found that obesity, stunted growth, degenerative joint disease and osteoarthritis are all potential conditions they could develop as a result of too much activity.

Our students and lecturers are making a big difference to the lives of animals across the globe. Through their undergraduate dissertations, students explore their own research interests or team up with our staff to work on live briefs. Working closelywith industry, they’re producing research that helps to solve the real issues within our specialist sector. We also carry out ground-breaking new studies that contribute to best practice standards for animal welfare. Impact-driven Research

With over 70 species on campus, the research possibilities are endless. Our students interact with small and large domestic and exotic species, and have access to the Canine Hydrotherapy Centre, Equine Therapy Centre and livestock on our working farm.

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Walled Animal Garden

Equine Therapy Centre

facilities Hartpury Animal Get access to over 70 different animals

Canine Hydrotherapy Centre

Goats

on site, with opportunities to gain hands-on experience in our animal therapy centres and labs. Benefit from large and small domestic and non-domestic species including horses, dogs, livestock, reptiles, invertebrates, poultry and exotic animals.

Dog agility arena

Learn as you manage and interact with snakes, lizards, invertebrates, crustaceans, amphibians and fish in our Animal Management Centre; rodents, rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets, skunks, tortoises, meerkats and prairie dogs in our Walled Animal Garden; and emus, llamas and goats in our Orchard.

Reptile room

Canine Hydrotherapy Centre

Commercial farm

Animal science labs

Data collection