University Centre Hartpury Prospectus 2019

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97% of graduates in employment or further study within 6 months*

£20m recently invested in facilities

"We work together on projects and help each other get ahead. It’s like being part of a big family.”

15hrs contact time each week in your first year - 25% above average

9th Gloucester is the 9th fastest growing city in the UK**

“Our lecturers know us as people. That makes such a difference.”

360 hectare campus

Your own professional Hartpury Advantage portfolio

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* DLHE (2013-16, average over 3 years) **Gloucester City Council 2016

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work placement providers 2,000

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In the top 20% of UK universities for teaching quality †

45 Students from over 45 countries worldwide

We’re a close-knit community of people with an impressive reputation. We’re passionate about our subjects and have big ideas about the world. We’ll support you to be the best you can be, then challenge you to be even better. We’ll give you countless opportunities to explore your industry, then help you transform your passion into real-world success. We're Hartpury

student satisfaction †† 99%

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200 OVER international sporting successes

Based on institutions that took part in TEF 2017 † First-year induction survey 2016 ††

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Meet us 2 Industry and employment 5 Teaching excellence 9 Explore the world 11 Facilities 13 Adventure 19 Party 21 Life outside lectures 23 Sports Academies 25 Student wellbeing 29 International students 30 Accommodation 31 Degrees explained 33 Courses Animal degrees 35 Agriculture degrees 57 Equine degrees 69 Sports degrees 95 Veterinary Nursing courses 119 Your next steps Contents

Your application 133 Student finance 134 Entry requirements 135 Course index 135 Contact us 137 Find us 138

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Our history dates back to after World War II when we started as an agricultural college with only 50 students. Today, we have more than 3,500 students, studying a range of further and higher education qualifications including animal, agriculture, equine, sports and veterinary nursing degrees. The energy and passion on campus is clear as soon as you arrive – we’re buzzing with new ideas, research and business ventures. Our students and staff are passionate about their subjects. They know each other by name and work together to change the futures of their industries. The acorn in our logo reflects much more than the stunning countryside that surrounds us; it’s symbolic of the potential within us all to grow and make a difference to the world within which we live.

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"Hartpury students never cease to amaze me. They're innovative, entrepreneurial and, so importantly, likeable and down to earth." Simon Reichwald, Strategic Lead for Emerging Talent, MyKindaFuture, student and graduate recruitment specialists

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

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We have our own successful industries on campus Our Sports Academies attract industry-focused students and staff, who work together to achieve elite sporting success. We host three international equine events each year and a dog agility competition. 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 leadership workshops, short courses and professional qualifications, and you can see why our students and graduates stand out from the crowd. Turn over to find out more.

Your own professional Hartpury Advantage portfolio

97% of our graduates are in work or further study within 6 months ( DLHE 2013-16, average across 3 years ) approved work placement providers 2,000 OVER

Bioveterinary Science graduate Zoe Miles working as a hydrotherapist for The Cotswold Dog Spa on campus

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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 the best opportunities. Specialist work placement opportunities You’ll benefit from opportunities to work across the UK and internationally, whether on a short or year-long sandwich year placement. 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 training Our business and management workshops are a popular choice. You’ll be able to work on live business projects and network at events such Gloucestershire Business Show. You could also complete your Institute Leadership and Management qualification, 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 work with 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 Hartpury Advantage portfolio will enable you to develop your professional skills and experience, and showcase it to employers when you graduate.

Your own professional portfolio From day one of your degree, your lecturers, academic tutor and our Innovation, Careers and Enterprise (ICE) team will support you to make the most of every opportunity on offer. You’ll gain exciting, relevant and valuable professional experience for your Hartpury Advantage portfolio, which you can use to impress employers when you graduate.

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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. Zoe Miles Bioveterinary Science graduate Canine Hydrotherapist, Hartpury’s Canine Hydrotherapy Centre (Cotswold Dog Spa) 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 for two years during my degree and secured my job there after graduation.”

Zoe working in our Canine Hydrotherapy Centre

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Teaching Excellence Framework Gold In 2017 we were awarded Teaching Excellence Gold, which puts us in the top 20%* of higher education providers nationally for teaching quality. This means that you will benefit from a consistently outstanding learning experience while you are here and be ready for your next big step. Passionate and practical At Hartpury, learning is hands-on. Of course, 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 82% having university-specific teaching qualifications. This places us in the top 15% of UK providers. They’re well-equipped to help you achieve more than you ever dreamed possible; and our flexible learning pathways mean you can do this in the fields that suit you. Plenty of time with our experts You’ll benefit from at least 15 hours of teaching time each week in your first year. This is 25% above the national average. What’s more, you will 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.

“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 to not share that passion.” Ashley Johnson, Animal Behaviour and Welfare student

82% of our teaching staff have industry-standard teaching qualifications

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

*Based on institutions that took part in TEF 2017

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"I did my work placement in Northern Uganda, teaching farmers in rural villages how to grow ginger and chilli as cash crops."

“I presented my dissertation research at the International Equine Conference (ISES) in Vancouver, Canada.” Thalia Edwards, Equine Sports Science graduate, Human and Equine Sports Massage Therapist, Vancouver

Alexandra Growden, Applied Agriculture student

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Travel opportunities at Hartpury are located far and wide.* From sandwich years on farms in New Zealand to sports therapy projects in Rio to equine study exchanges in the USA, you’ll get plenty of opportunities to explore the world while 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.

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

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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 a sandwich year.

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.

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360-hectares of learning facilities at your fingertips

Our 360-hectare campus has been designed to equip you with industry skills and experience so that you graduate ready for your career.

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Over £20million invested in facilities in the last 5 years, including our new Sports Academy that opens in 2018.

World-class equine facilities used for international events

Our own canine hydrotherapy and vet nursing centres

A diverse collection of over 90 animal species

Brand new £8.8million Sports Academy ready for 2018

A commercial farm and Land-based Learning Centre

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Imagine this was your classroom

Academic area Includes our library, academic support and employability services Halls of residence Set in cozy blocks at the heart of campus Student café and refectory Our Costa Coffee Café and student eatery, famous for its #HartpuryHashbrowns Legends Bar Our on-site student bar with pool tables and TVs Agriculture learning centre Our commercial farm, Home farm, and Land- based Learning Centre Animal and Veterinary Nursing Centre Our microbiology labs, clinic, aquarium and reptile rooms Walled Animal Garden Home to our exotic and domestic animal collections

Orchard Garden Home to our emus, wallabies and rare-breed goats Equine Centre Home to our rider performance centre, Equine Therapy Centre, international arenas and livery yard 1*, 2* and 3* cross-country course Developed each year for our NAF International Hartpury Horse Trials Sports Academies Sport labs, pitches and gyms including our band new £8.8million development Hartpury House and gardens Where Hartpury began in 1948 Golf course 9-hole golf course, free for all to use

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

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facilities Outstanding 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.

Home Farm and Land-based Learning Centre Gain real-world experience on our commercial farm, Home Farm. From managing your own crops to assisting veterinary procedures, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to get hands-on. Animal collections Learn with over 90 different species of animal on-site. Invertebrates, aquatics, exotics, large and small will give you plenty of opportunities

Rider Performance Centre Benefit from access to the most advanced riding simulator in the world, as well as dedicated strength and conditioning and therapy suites for equine athletes. 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. Sports labs and pitches Enjoy professional-standard pitches, a stadium and performance suites used by elite athletes including Gloucester Rugby who are based on site. Our new £8.8million Sports Academy development is an exciting addition! Our £8.8million Sports Academy opens in September 2018. Get ready for even better sports facilities on site. Alongside science labs, workshop spaces and lecture theatres, you'll benefit from a library with the latest learning technologies and access to over 50,000 books and e-journals. See more of our specialist facilities in our subject area introductions.

to put theory into practice. Canine Hydrotherapy Centre

We have our own commercial Canine Hydrotherapy centre (The Cotswold Dog Spa). You could have opportunities to gain experience here as part of your degree.

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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 Hart of If you’re into adrenaline sports, you can take your pick of activities in the area.

Bugsboarding Mountain Board centre, known as one of the most adventurous 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 famous 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 Cheltenham town are both nearby and are where our students often head to when 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.

Kick-back at a 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 Gloucester Docks Tall Ships Festival and Cheltenham’s Cricket Festival to the famous 2000trees Music Festival, there’s always something going on. You’ll find over 45 music and arts festivals every year. That’s one almost every weekend! The highlights of our year Our winter, summer and Freshers' balls are what students and staff look forward to most each year. Recent acts have included Wretch 32, Scouting for Girls, Sigma and Lethal Bizzle, Katy B and Labrinth. These events are not-to-be-missed.

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We have over 45 music, arts, sports and food festivals in Gloucestershire each year. That's almost one every weekend!

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lectures Life outside

STUDENTS’ UNION

Think of the Students’ Union (SU) as a hub for life outside lectures. It’s where you can discover recreational sports and hobbies, air your views, meet likeminded people and find out how to do CV-boosting voluntary work or raise money for charity. You’ll be able to elect the students who you feel best represent you – you might even feel inspired to get involved in student politics yourself.

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The SU is here for you! When you come to study here, you’ll automatically become a member, joining over 3,500 other Hartpury students who enjoy exciting sports clubs, societies and social events such as pub quizzes, comedy nights and beer and cider festivals

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Sports clubs and societies Our SU provide a whole range of sports clubs and societies for you to try out. Below you’ll find just a few, but if your passion isn’t already here, the SU will help you establish a brand new club! Snow Sports, Polo, Creative Media, Cheerleading, Polocrosse, Equestrian, LGBT, Powerlifting, Christian Union, Raise and Give, Volleyball

Kicking back in between lectures In between lectures, you’ll find our students enjoying a game of pool in our campus bar, Legends, supping a cappuccino in our Red and Black Costa Café or refuelling with friends in our student refectory Graze.

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We’re six-times British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) National Champions and we were the first university team to win the BUCS Super Rugby Title. Aviva Premiership Rugby team, Gloucester Rugby is based on campus. Over 50 of our students have gone through their ranks. We currently have the only student-led team in the Greene King IPA Rugby Championship.

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Seb Negri celebrating with Hartpury BUCS 1st after winning the BUCS Super Rugby title in 2017 at Twickenham

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If you’re playing sport competitively or you have the talent and drive to do so, you’ll want to join one of our Sports Academies. You can pursue a dual pathway, studying for your degree whilst developing your sporting talent alongside your academic commitments.* Our Sports Academy staff are among the best in their respective fields. They have competed or worked at professional levels and continue to uphold their standards through strong links with their national governing bodies. From Olympic Gold equestrian athletes to professional footballers and GB rowing coaches, you can be confident that you'll learn from some of the best sporting talent at Hartpury. We're an accredited Talented Athlete Centre for Sport England’s Talented Athlete Scholarship Scheme . You could be selected for extra financial support to succeed in your sport and your studies while you're here. Over 200 international athletes have developed their talents with us over the past 10 years. You could be our next success story. You’ll be supported to achieve excellence in your academic studies and your sport. We’re as close as it gets to a professional sports environment.

Student Zoe Adamson , Junior World Rowing Champion 2017

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

* We tailor academic and training timetables to suit student athletes competing at the top of their performance pathway.

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Pursue sporting excellence through our Sports Academies

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Equine Academy Our equestrian athletes receive world-class coaching to develop their competition careers. Graduates include Rio Olympic medal winner Astier Nicolas and international dressage star Olivia Oakeley. Women’s Rugby Academy We currently have a team in the top tier of women’s rugby, the Tyrrells Premier 15s. Over 20 of the current England Women’s Senior, Under- 20s and Under-18s Talent Development squad have come through our rugby programme. Men’s Rugby Academy We have the only student-led team in the Greene King IPA Championship. We’re six-times British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) National Champions, and among our graduates are professional players including Jonny May and Alex Cuthbert. Women’s Football Academy Our talented women’s football team were promoted in their first season and reached the final of the BUCS Sport Western Conference Cup shortly afterwards. Our futsal team also compete in the national BUCS league.

Men’s Football Academy Our senior football programme has established itself as among the best in the UK: nine times winners of the BUCS Premier League and four times BUCS National Champions. Successful graduates include Ghana internationals Abdul Majeed Waris and David Accam. Rowing Academy Alongside recent double Gold medal winners for Team GB at the 2016 Munich Regatta, our ladies squad has won Henley Royal Regatta for the past five years. Student Zoe Adamson was our first ever Junior World Champion in 2017. Golf Academy We compete in the BUCS national leagues and hold national titles. Our players regularly achieve international honours at all levels. Netball Academy We’re a Performance Academy for the Seven Stars Super League team. We also compete in the BUCS national leagues. Multi-Sport Academy We support athletes who are competing in a range of disciplines including athletics, shooting, wild water kayak racing and swimming.

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Small class sizes mean we can get to know you as an individual and provide a support network to suit your needs. Alongside expert advice and guidance on careers, we have our own qualified counsellors and medics on site, as well as our Achievement and Success team who will help you be the best you can be in your studies. Achievement and Success Centre (ASC) When it comes to your grades, our Achievement and Success Centre 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 offer expert advice on study topics to suit you. Your health and wellbeing We’re committed to ensuring you’re able to enjoy all that Hartpury has to offer. Our student wellbeing team are on-hand to share information and advice to help you feel good. We also have qualified counsellors and medics on site, as well as our Chaplain who can offer a re-assuring ear to those of all faiths.

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.

Wellfest in Freshers' Week is not to be missed. It's a one day festival-style event, packed full of creative workshops and performances on student health and wellbeing. You'll pick up lots of tips, make new friends and get to chat to our support staff too.

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International students

We’re the top choice for students from over 45 countries worldwide and our international community is still growing. Our dedicated International team is here to support you on your Hartpury journey, from application right through to the completion of your course. Before you arrive at Hartpury, we’ll be on hand to help with everything you need - whether that’s booking student accommodation, understanding student finance, or finding out about the local area. We hold an ‘A’ rating Tier 4 sponsor license from UK Visa & Immigration (UKVI) service, which means we can assess your visa documents to ensure you have everything you need to get your visa first time round. We’ll even pick you up at Heathrow, Gatwick or Birmingham airports, so you can enjoy your journey here. Our International Student Society, run by our Students' Union, will help you enjoy everything the UK offers, through field trips and social events. You’ll discover more about it at your international welcome event where you’ll meet lots of other Hartpury students, and learn more about studying and living in the UK. Gloucestershire’s events attract visitors from across the world. From the Gold Cup horseracing festival and The Sunday Times Literature Festival, to architectural gems such as Gloucester Cathedral (the backdrop for Harry Potter), activities in Gloucestershire attract people from across the globe. We're close to major UK cities including London, Oxford, Bristol and Birmingham, with excellent rail and bus links.

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Settle into a range of accommodation options to suit your taste and budget – from halls of residence on-site to ‘Student Digs’ and private accommodation in the surrounding areas. 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 halls of residence are the right choice for you. If city life is more for you, you could rent a room in a private house share or join others in managed ‘Student Digs’ rooms in the heart of buzzing Gloucester, just a short bus ride away. Settle in. Get cosy 31

“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 still my best friends now.”

Sophie Hulme, Equine Science student

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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www.hartpury.ac.uk/uni-accommodation

Choosing which subject to study at university level can lead to some big questions. But what about the type of qualification you study? How will this affect your future options and which one is the best fit for you? Here we help you understand your options. Degrees explained 33

Bachelor of Science (BSc) or Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree? 3 years or 4 years with sandwich 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. Honours or no honours? Most first degrees in higher education 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. BSc or BA honours degree with foundation year? 4 years or 5 years with sandwich year Most of our degrees offer a foundation year option, which takes an extra year to complete on top of your three or four year 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.

Foundation degree (FdA or FdSc?) 2 years or 3 years with sandwich 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 (honours) degree. BSc (Hons) Level 6 Top-up degree 1 year A top-up qualification follows a foundation degree or equivalent in a relevant subject. It enables you to top-up your existing qualification to a full BA or BSc (honours) degree in one year. Integrated Master's (MSci) degree 4 years or 5 years with sandwich year An MSci is an exciting qualification, combining undergraduate and postgraduate-level study in one. You’ll study your full BA or BSc (honours) 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 from which to move into employment, academia or research-based professions.

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Courses Animal Behaviour and Welfare BSc Animal Behaviour and Welfare MSci Animal Management BSc Level 6 Top-up Zoology BSc arena will put you at the forefront of industry and research in your chosen field. From health, welfare and behaviour to conservation and ecology, our students and staff work together to improve the lives of animals. Our commercial canine and equine therapy centres, livestock farm and dog agility

Applied Animal Science with Therapy BSc Animal Science and Management FdSc Bioveterinary Science BSc Human-Animal Interaction BSc Human-Animal interaction (Animal Assisted Therapy) BSc Human-Animal Interaction with Psychology BSc

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You’ll benefit from a 360-hectare classroom that’s home to over 90 different species. You’ll be able to work with exotic and domestic species, invertebrates, reptiles, livestock on our commercial farm, and horses in our well-known equine education centre. We have our own commercial canine and equine therapy centres where you could help to rehabilitate a dog or a horse from injury. You could also develop your skills in dog behaviour and training, making the most of our dog agility arenas and on-site competitions. Our students and staff tackle industry issues through research, making a difference to animals' lives. They publish in journals and present at international conferences on subjects such as using audio books to reduce stress in shelter dogs and informing canine hydrotherapy practices.

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Walled Animal Garden

facilities Hartpury animal Benefit from a walled animal garden, reptile and invertebrate rooms, aviaries,

Rare-breed bagot goats

orchard paddocks and equine and livestock centres. You’ll benefit from over 90 different animals on site and opportunities to gain hands-on experience in our animal therapy centres and labs.

Canine Hydrotherapy Centre

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Canine Hydrotherapy Centre

Equine Therapy Centre

Dog agility arena

We have over 90 different species on campus for you to learn with, including ... meerkats, prairie dogs, birds, small domestic pets, tortoises, piranhas, boa constrictors, tarantulas, emus, wallabies, rare-breed bagot goats, horses, cows, sheep, dogs and many more.

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Take a walk on the wild side with us Mankwe Wildlife Park, South Africa

You could use the trip to gain insights into international conservation and wildlife careers. You'll see that your animal degree could take you all over the world.

You’ll have the fantastic opportunity to visit Mankwe Wildlife Reserve in South Africa during your degree. You’ll experience exciting safaris and conservational fieldwork, as well as gain insights into important conservation issues such as anti-poaching. This once-in-a-lifetime trip includes animal-tracking, night-time game drives, and behavioural observations of many species on the plains of South Africa. Students also recently heard from anti-poaching rangers first-hand, learning about the methods they use to protect highly targeted wildlife species such as rhinos and elephants in the park.*

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Lecturer Profile

Aisling Carroll Applied Animal Science Programme Manager

“I encourage my students to think creatively so that they can make a difference in their careers, either to the daily lives of animals or moving the industry forwards through research. Small teaching groups mean we’re able to have those one-on-one conversations that spark interest and inspire students to undertake potentially life-changing work. I want them to pursue what they’re passionate about and progress into careers where they can have a real impact whilst enjoying what they do.”

Aisling has research and industry experience in veterinary microbiology, performance, equine nutrition and health.

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You’ll have fantastic opportunities to develop your expertise to assess animal welfare, measure behaviour, train and manage domestic, exotic and wild species. Teaching is supported by our on-site animal collection, including meerkats, rabbits, goats and wallabies, our dairy farm and equine yard. Through exposure to the latest research you’ll be at the forefront of emerging scientific knowledge. You’ll use your experiences to inspire your own research question, which you’ll use to uncover new knowledge in a significant project in your final year. Industry opportunities You’ll be supported to gain experience in the workplace from your first year. Our students strengthen their CVs in our commercial canine and equine therapy centres, as well as through voluntary roles with local organisations. Recently, students have worked with the Blue Cross and West Midlands Safari Park. This course is ideal for those who love animals and want to make a difference to their lives through applying and improving training, management and welfare practices. Turn your passion for animals into your career. Learn with 90 species on site, training and managing domestic and exotic animals, and assessing animal welfare in different contexts. Experience conservation and field work in South Africa. Graduate destinations • Instructor, Guide Dogs for the Blind • Animal Welfare Assistant, Blue Cross • Editorial Assistant, BSAVA • Zoo Keeper, Bristol Zoo • Education Executive, Bristol Aquarium • MRes Animal Behaviour and Welfare Animal Behaviour and Welfare BSc (Hons) / BSc (Hons) with Foundation year

Entry requirements A typical offer is 112 UCAS tariff points; 32-48 UCAS tariff points with Foundation year See entry requirements on pages 135-136 Typical offer information is for guidance only Find out more at www.hartpury.ac.uk

UCAS code D329 3 years DF29 4 years with Foundation year

Foundation year - Gain the subject-specific knowledge needed for the BSc degree

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Graduate Profile

“I’ve travelled to places like Afghanistan America, and Lebanon, helping to search vehicles for arms and explosives. Jenna Mayo Animal Behaviour and Welfare graduate Sergeant and Dog Trainer, Royal Army Veterinary Corps (RAVC) I’ve found myself in Camp Bastion, Lashkar Gah and Sangin, as well as on the other side of the Atlantic, working with role-specific search dogs being used in war zones. The qualifications and skills I gained at Hartpury helped me to get my job. The facilities and standard of teaching were extremely good.”

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Lecturer Profile

Dr. V. Tamara Montrose Programme Manager and Principal Lecturer, Animal Behaviour and Welfare

There’s increasing evidence that animals can feel positive and negative emotions, just like we can. My recent research has focused on novel approaches to sensory enrichment for captive animals, like the use of audio books to reduce stress in shelter dogs. My students and I have been working with local animal shelters and it’s great to see them changing the way they do things as a result.” research with them too, which gives them a great step into industry. “I teach my students to use their passion to challenge and improve current animal welfare practices. I design and publish

Tamara’s recent research on sensory enrichment is published in Applied Animal Behaviour Science, Zoo Biology and the Journal of Zoo and Aquarium Research . It was also covered by the Washington Post and the Discovery Channel .

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The first two years of this degree will follow the standard BSc route. You’ll then be introduced to master’s level study in your third year, before immersing yourself fully in postgraduate study in your final year. You’ll develop skills to assess animal welfare, measure behaviour, train animals and manage domestic, exotic and wild animals. Your studies will culminate in an exciting and significant research project in an area that fascinates you. Students have published their research with lecturers and presented at international conferences. Industry opportunities You’ll be supported to gain experience in the workplace from your first year. Our students strengthen their CVs in our commercial canine and equine therapy centres, as well as through voluntary roles with local organisations such as the Blue Cross and West Midlands Safari Park. This course is ideal for those who want to make a difference to the lives of animals through understanding their behaviour and welfare, combining undergraduate and postgraduate-level study in one degree. Turn your passion for animals into your career, gaining both practical and research experience. Benefit from over 90 species on site. Graduate with the skills you need to make a difference. Graduate destinations • Instructor, Guide Dogs for the Blind • Animal Welfare Assistant, Blue Cross • Canine Carer, Dogs Trust • Editorial Assistant, BSAVA • Zoo Keeper, Bristol Zoo • ‎Communications and Education Executive, Bristol Aquarium Animal Behaviour and Welfare Integrated Master's (MSci)

Entry requirements A typical offer is 128 UCAS tariff points See entry requirements on pages 135-136 Typical offer information is for guidance only Find out more at www.hartpury.ac.uk

UCAS code D32X 4 years

Undertake undergraduate and postgraduate-level study in four years 4 years

Publish your research and present at industry conferences

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Top-up your HND, foundation degree or equivalent to a full honours degree, tailoring your studies to suit you. You could immerse yourself in animal nutrition, developing your practical skills in our animal science labs. If you're passionate about human-animal interaction, you could study how animals are used in therapies and education. You could also pursue wildlife conservation, experiencing the behind-the-scenes working of a zoo on a residential trip. Industry opportunities You’ll also be encouraged to gain industry experience through voluntary work while you’re here, ready for your career. Students have recently worked at our commercial animal therapy centres and farm, the Blue Cross, West Midlands Safari Park, the International Centre for Birds of Prey and Bristol Aquarium. This course is ideal for those who have a passion for animals and want to advance existing qualifications and experience into a full BSc degree to further their career options. Top-up your existing qualifications to a full BSc degree in one year. Develop your practical skills in an area to suit your career goals, learning with over 90 animal species on campus. Graduate destinations • Zoo education officer • Animal nutrition advisor • Animal technician • School teaching or college lecturer • Postgraduate study Animal Management Level 6 Top-up BSc (Hons)

Entry requirements A typical offer is a Pass at Foundation degree or HND See entry requirements on pages 135-136 Typical offer information is for guidance only Find out more at www.hartpury.ac.uk

UCAS code D303 1 year

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The degree provides a fantastic opportunity for you to study a range of zoology related subjects. You’ll work in our labs as well as with different animals both on and off campus – exotics, domestics, invertebrates, livestock and wildlife. The course offers a variety of modules including animal health and disease, wildlife and zoo management, nutrition, biodiversity and animal behaviour, welfare and ethics, animal production and anthrozoology. As you progress you’ll develop your own areas of interest, gaining skills and experience for your career. Industry opportunities Our students gain work and research experience in our therapy centres on campus, as well as at local rescue centres, zoos and wildlife parks. We have strong industry connections, and host regular guest lectures as well as professionals undertaking practical demonstrations. This course is ideal for those who are passionate about animals and want to explore a range of subjects before tailoring their studies to suit their career goals with over 90 species on campus including meerkats, dogs, horses and livestock. Graduate destinations • Zoos and wildlife centres • Animal charities and rescue centres • Animal nutrition • Pharmaceuticals • Animal health and welfare • Animal education and outreach Immerse yourself in the practical application of animal biology. Explore a range of subjects and tailor your degree to suit you. Work Zoology BSc (Hons) / BSc (Hons) with Foundation year

Entry requirements A typical offer is 96-112 UCAS tariff points; 32-48 UCAS tariff points for Foundation year See entry requirements on pages 135-136 Typical offer information is for guidance only Find out more at www.hartpury.ac.uk

UCAS code D320 3 years DF20 4 years with Foundation year

Foundation year - Gain the subject-specific knowledge needed for the BSc degree

Sandwich year - Spend an optional extra year in industry to help prepare for your career

Open up a range of animal-related career options

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Lecturer Profile

Dr. Katie Shine PhD Animal Science Lecturer

I’ve always had a curiosity about animals. I love the idea of finding out what no-one else has and sharing it with the world. I want to inspire and empower my students to do exactly that.” - it’s really important to raise awareness and protect them. “Everyone loves animals but most people forget howmuch we’re harming themwith modern life. I think we should do more

Animal Science lecturer Katie did her PhD at the University of Idaho, USA. She studied the biomechanics of grizzly bears. Her next goal is to research the biomechanics of our meerkats on campus.

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Develop your expertise in the fundamental areas of animal therapy including working with both the animal and human. You’ll develop valuable therapeutic knowledge, working as part of multi-disciplinary teams in our equine and canine therapy centres. This includes working with veterinary professionals, hydrotherapists and nutritionists to promote the optimal health or performance of different animals. You’ll tailor your degree to suit your interests and career aspirations, and gain plenty of industry insights ready for your career. commercial therapy centres, as well as through a sandwich year in industry. We have strong industry connections and host regular guests in lectures. We also have professionals running fascinating practical demonstrations on a regular basis. This course is ideal for those who have an interest in animal therapy as part of veterinary rehabilitation and want to study an applied degree whilst being exposed to industry practice. Gain experience in our canine and equine animal therapy centres. Develop essential business skills and work with a range of animals on site. You’ll also undertake scientific research in an area you’re passionate about. Graduate destinations • Animal therapy • Animal nutrition • Animal physiotherapy (via postgraduate study) • Lab technician Industry opportunities You’ll be able to gain experience in Applied Animal Science with Therapy BSc (Hons) / BSc (Hons) with Foundation year

Entry requirements A typical offer is 96-112 UCAS tariff points; 32-48 UCAS tariff points for Foundation year See entry requirements on pages 135-136 Typical offer information is for guidance only Find out more at www.hartpury.ac.uk

UCAS code D322 3 years; DF22 4 years with Foundation year

Foundation year - Gain the subject-specific knowledge needed for the BSc degree

Sandwich year - Spend an optional extra year in industry to help prepare for your career

Open up a range of exciting animal career options

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Animal Science and Management Foundation (FdSc)

You’ll develop new skills and confidence to work effectively with different animals on campus and in industry. On successfully completing the course you’ll have the option to move into employment or top-up your qualification to a full BSc degree in one year. You’ll develop your understanding of animal physiology and biomechanics, learning about animal nutrition, welfare, production, health and disease. You’ll work with animals on campus to develop different handling techniques and strengthen your knowledge of business, ready for your next step. Industry opportunities You’ll undertake 222 hours in industry as part of this course, to prepare you for employment. Alongside gaining experience in our equine and canine therapy centres, commercial farm and labs, students undertake internships at city farms, equine yards, catteries, kennels, as well as with the RSPCA. This course is ideal for those who want to develop their knowledge and skills through practical learning, whilst exploring and preparing for a range of animal related careers. and qualify ready to move into employment or further study. Graduate destinations • City farm manager • Veterinary practice administrator • Kennel supervisor • Pet store manager • Self-employed dog groomer • Further study - BSc level-6 top-up degree Develop practical skills in animal biology, husbandry and business. Work with over 90 animal species on campus. Gain industry experience

Entry requirements A typical offer is 64-80 UCAS tariff points See entry requirements on pages 135-136 Typical offer information is for guidance only Find out more at www.hartpury.ac.uk

UCAS code D305 2 years

Visit Mankwe Wildlife Reserve in South Africa on a field trip

Benefit from a hands-on degree with lots of practical learning

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Lecturer Profile

Brian Evans Senior Lecturer and Programme Manager, Animal Science and Management

It’s great to see students putting their knowledge into practice on our dairy unit. They analyse the physical characteristics of the feed against the ruminant health of the animals eating it. The science comes together for them - they’ll carry that forward into their careers.” health and productivity of the animal will generally be at an optimum. “Nutrition is the fundamental building block of an animal’s health and wellbeing. If you get that right, the

Brian has worked in agricultural livestock consultancy, advising farmers about best practice in livestock nutrition and business management. His research interests are livestock nutrition, and health and disease.

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You’ll apply theory to practice in our labs and gain professional experience on site. Animal health and disease modules will enable you to examine the cause, transmission, diagnosis and treatment of different diseases in farm animals, horses and companion species. As part of microbiology modules, you’ll conduct research into microorganisms in our labs, examining the process of microbial infection. Animal therapy modules will introduce you to hydro and physical therapies, as you work with horses and dogs in our equine and canine therapy centres. Industry opportunities Students have recently undertaken voluntary roles in our commercial equine and canine therapy centres, on our commercial farm and in our science laboratories. You’ll benefit from guest lecturers, with recent speakers including vets from the Three Counties Equine Hospital. This course is ideal for those who have a strong interest in animal biology, and want to understand more about the science of diagnosing and treating animal disease. Study bioveterinary science in dedicated laboratories and with a range of animals on campus. Develop your expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of disease, microbiology and animal therapy. Graduate destinations • Veterinary medicine • Journal Editor, Wiley • Research Assistant, Animal Health Trust • Master’s and PhD study • Lab technician • Pharmaceuticals Bioveterinary Science BSc (Hons) / BSc (Hons) with Foundation year

Entry requirements A typical offer is 128 UCAS tariff points; 32-48 UCAS tariff points for Foundation year See entry requirements on pages 135-136 Typical offer information is for guidance only Find out more at www.hartpury.ac.uk

UCAS code D390 3 years DF90 4 years with Foundation year

Foundation year - Gain the subject-specific knowledge needed for the BSc degree

Sandwich year - Spend an optional extra year in industry to help prepare for your career

Explore a range of subjects before tailoring your degree to suit you

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