Specialist Facilities Strategy

HARTPURY 2030 > S T R A T E G Y

SPECIALIST FACILITIES STRATEGY

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Our mission is to deliver outstanding University and College education in land-based, sport & related disciplines, to equip our students with real-world skills for the benefit of local, regional, national and global communities.

MISSION

VISION

To invest in and evolve specialist facilities that bring together education, research and industry, creating environments where students, staff and partners collaborate, innovate and deliver meaningful impact across the sectors we support.

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As we look to 2030, we will continue to invest in and evolve our facilities to ensure they remain fit for the future. Through purposeful development, sustainability-led decision making and strong partnerships, our specialist environments will support ambition, unlock opportunity, and strengthen Hartpury’s role as a leader in applied education and research. Together, these facilities define our identity as a specialist institution — one that connects knowledge with practice, expertise with impact, and people with the professions they aspire to shape.

Our specialist facilities

Hartpury is a specialist University and College by design. Our facilities are central to how we deliver outstanding education, applied research and real-world impact across our disciplines. Set within a unique estate, our specialist environments are not simply places of study. They are living, working and performance settings that reflect the realities of the sectors we serve. They enable hands-on learning, support innovation and knowledge exchange, and bring together students, staff, industry and communities in meaningful collaboration.

VALUES

EXCELLENCE NURTURING AMBITIOUS

RESPECTFUL EMPOWERING

We support students and staff to reach their potential and pursue opportunities

We show consideration for staff and students, promoting freedom

We encourage and demonstrate a desire to succeed through

We support each other, embrace and celebrate difference and act with integrity to benefit society and the environment.

We strive for excellence in everything we do and uphold high academic standards across all our activities.

that positively impact our communities and wider society.

of expression and creating a safe and inclusive campus.

dedication and perseverance.

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AGRICULTURE We will aim to deliver a provision of internationally recognised and inclusive agricultural teaching, research and knowledge exchange that develops skills and attributes in our students in an applied and industry-relevant setting, enabling them to make a positive difference to the agri-food industry.

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Hartpury is recognised for its world-class facilities and commitment to excellence in agricultural education. Our commercial farm, underpinned by our progressive Digital Innovation Farm, sits at the heart of this, driving innovation, hands-on learning, and sustainable growth.

Empowering staff, students and communities We will:

2.1. Prioritise student aspiration and support by focusing on provision of an exceptional and forward thinking student experience, facilitating student success and positive progression for all. 2.2. Invest in expertise through inspirational leadership and highly skilled staff, driving Hartpury’s agricultural reputation. 2.3. Nurture talent by providing exceptional, applied education that connects classroom learning and research with real-world practice. 2.4. Empower staff and students to become confident, resilient, skilled, and innovative professionals who lead positive change within the sector. Enhancing facilities, empowering the future We will: 3.1. Continue to enhance and invest in Hartpury’s world-class agricultural facilities to ensure they remain at the forefront of agricultural, environmental, and technological advancement. 3.2. Develop new spaces and resources that support cutting-edge research, enterprise, and real-world learning opportunities. 3.3. Expand the capabilities of our commercial farm and Digital Innovation Farm, reinforcing Hartpury’s role as a national centre for Agri-Tech excellence. 3.4. Strengthen our commitment to sustainability by embedding energy efficiency, biodiversity, and climate-smart innovation across all future developments.

Driving excellence through expertise and innovation We will:

1.1. Deliver high-quality, industry connected teaching and training, enabling our students to thrive, commit theory to application, and make valuable contributions to the agricultural industry. 1.2. Strive for international recognition as a leader at the forefront of the agricultural sector with a specific focus on Agri-Tech, a key local, regional and national skills priority. 1.3. Successfully adapt to changes within the sector, including market developments, government mandates, and the challenges of climate change. 1.4. Continue to embrace technology and expand the capabilities of our test-bed farm. 1.5. Facilitate industry-renowned knowledge exchange and research through strong collaboration with our partners.

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ANIMAL We will provide innovative and world-renowned facilities that underpin inspirational curriculum, attracting national and international stakeholders to engage with Hartpury in research and knowledge exchange in the fields of animal science, wellbeing and performance. Ultimately, Animal graduates will be employees of choice and equipped to make a positive difference to industry and society.

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Hartpury has the potential to become the leading destination for animal-related education and activities. The vision for Animal can be realised by focusing on key priorities that align with Hartpury’s 2030 strategic pillars of Passion, People, and Place.

Driving excellence through expertise and innovation We will:

2.3. Raise the profile of Hartpury Animal and community engagement through outreach, partnerships, and events. 2.4. Build on an inclusive environment within animal for students, staff, and partners.

1.1. Achieve global recognition, create an identity, and aspire to be an industry leader by setting standards for excellence. 1.2. Facilitate industry-leading research in collaboration with partners, advancing animal welfare and education through knowledge exchange. 1.3. Develop Canine as the USP, investing in facilities and services including hydrotherapy, qualifications and commercial opportunities. 1.4. Enhance digital and technology skill through the integration of VR, augmented reality and AI.

Enhancing facilities, empowering the future We will:

3.1. Develop world-leading aspirational, specialist animal facilities to support long-term strategy. 3.2. Embrace the ‘Living Classroom’: A biodiverse, immersive campus enabling hands-on learning and innovation. 3.3. Embed green principles into campus design, operations, and animal welfare practices with sustainability at the core.

Empowering staff, students and communities We will:

2.1. Prioritise student support and outcomes by managing growth, changes to curriculum, and employability initiatives, fostering student progression and success. 2.2. Invest in expertise through inspirational leadership and highly skilled staff, driving Hartpury Animal’s global reputation.

3.4. Be the destination for animal-related commercial and Continuous Professional Development (CPD) activities.

3.5. Achieve local, national, and international influence by amplifying Hartpury Animal’s identity as a leader in education and research.

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EQUINE We will aim to deliver an outstanding student experience while focusing on the needs of the equine industry to provide well-educated, motivated and passionate individuals who will drive a forward-thinking agenda to assist the sector in addressing some of its key issues, including ethical training, welfare and sustainability.

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2.3 Deliver continuing professional development (CPD) for students and enhanced learning opportunities for all. 2.4 Build on the already renowned research within Hartpury equine and beyond. Enhancing facilities, empowering the future We will: 3.1. Develop further sustainable outcomes within the equine industry and support governing bodies in delivery. 3.2. Embrace the ‘Happy Horse’ principles and Horse Charter to ensure Hartpury meets the requirements for the welfare of all equids. 3.3. Evolve commercialisation of resources to include increased external facility hire, and demonstrate opportunities for all. 3.4. Ensure major events continue to grow, creating opportunities for competitors, sponsors, owners and equine partnerships.

Hartpury is renowned for its specialist facilities and delivering outstanding education and exceptional events, from grassroots up to and including international level in all four Equine Olympic and Paralympic disciplines.

Driving excellence through expertise and innovation

We will: 1.1. Strive to continue to be the market leader as an equestrian educator and competition venue, and align with the needs of the industry. 1.2 Develop, demonstrate and communicate evidence-based best practice. 1.3 Continue to develop our relationships with governing bodies and strengthen our partnerships at Hartpury. 1.4 Establish ourselves as one of the leading providers of sustainable equine delivery for education and competition. We will: 2.1. Prioritise student support and outcomes by managing growth, changes to curriculum, and employability initiatives, fostering student progression and success. 2.2 Invest in expertise through inspirational leadership and highly skilled staff, driving Hartpury Equine’s global reputation. Empowering staff, students and communities

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SPORT

We will continue to support and develop one of the best education sporting ecosystems through our Sports Academies, which provide a unique environment for our wider student body, integrating elite level female and male sport throughout the academic journey.

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Hartpury aims to be the UK’s premier sport and education setting, providing a dual career environment, enabling students to achieve academically, as an athlete and in the world of work.

Enhancing facilities, empowering the future We will: 3.1. Support world-class facilities to develop one of the best education sporting ecosystems. 3.2. Enhance new and existing world class sporting infrastructure, considering space for future innovation and excellence. 3.3. Construct buildings that create innovative and inclusive spaces for athletes aspiring to reach the highest level. This will include a ‘Sports Training and Wellbeing Village’ equipped with advanced technologies. 3.4. Develop facilities that enhance the campus for students and staff, while positioning Hartpury as a destination for partners, professional organisations, international teams, and students from around the world.

Driving excellence through expertise and innovation We will:

1.1. Build on our strapline DNA (Dream, Nurture, Achieve), developing our Sports Academies to provide world-leading pathways and real-world applied learning to aid employability and exit routes. 1.2 Ensure that students and athletes have access to the most innovative facilities, technology, systems and support to maximise their potential. 1.3 Support and develop strategic partnerships for applied world-class knowledge and research.

Empowering staff, students and communities We will:

2.1. Provide innovative performance services support for coaching, analysis, GPS systems, nutrition, athletic performance, performance lifestyle, psychology, and medical. 2.2 Offer cutting-edge equipment that enhances the experience available to all students, athletes, staff and partners. 2.3 Support our professional/semi-professional teams to provide the best possible opportunities for our students and staff. 2.4 Offer studentship and placement opportunities, exposing students to a real-world environment.

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