Hartpury University
Top reasons to study at Hartpury University
Hartpury University students benefit from access to some of the most advanced facilities in the world at an educational instutiton. At Hartpury, we combine outstanding facilities, expert teaching, and a supportive community to help you thrive.
You’ll benefit from hands-on learning in industry-leading environments. Our dedicated staff and inclusive culture ensure you’ll receive the support you need to succeed.
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Overview of the university
Set in the heart of the stunning English countryside, just a short shuttle ride from the historic city of Gloucester, Hartpury University is a small, close-knit community where students are supported to reach their full potential. We’re proud to be named Specialist University of the Year in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026, recognising our outstanding teaching, facilities, and student experience.
Home to around 4,700 students from over 60 countries, Hartpury offers world-class degrees in agriculture, animal, business, equine, psychology, sport, and veterinary nursing.
Our beautiful 360-hectare campus provides incredible hands-on learning opportunities, from our cutting-edge sports academies, commercial farm, and world-renowned Rider Performance Centre to our walled animal garden home to over 70 species, including meerkats, wallabies, and llamas.
With small class sizes and a welcoming community, you’ll never feel lost in the crowd. We’re proud to be Gold-rated in all areas of the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) and ranked 6th in the UK for Academic Support (National Student Survey 2025).
Over 250 international athletes have developed their talents at Hartpury, with graduates going on to compete in the Olympics, Asian Games, Football World Cup, and Rugby World Cup. We’re passionate about developing confident, career-ready graduates; 95% of whom are in employment or further study within six months (Graduate Outcomes 2025). You’ll celebrate your success in the magnificent Gloucester Cathedral, famously featured in the Harry Potter films, the perfect setting to mark your own magical achievement.
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Programs and courses at Hartpury University
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WONGA MATUBATUBA
Wonga is from Johannesburg, South Africa and is a student on Hartpury’s BSc (Hons) Agriculture with integrated placement year programme. He has successfully applied to join the Breaking Barriers Oxford Farming Conference (OFC) Scholarship scheme 2023, run in partnership with McDonald's UK and Ireland.
Why Hartpury?
“I chose to study at Hartpury after being offered a Rugby scholarship there. I thought an Agriculture degree would really uplift my farming knowledge and help me back home commercially.
Hartpury is an amazing place with an amazing campus. You really get to know the people around you and make a close family.
As an international student leaving home for the first time, my classmates and tutors are really helping me in my learning and life in general – and sparked my love for agronomy!
The knowledge, real-life experience, and industry contacts I’m gaining at Hartpury are preparing me for my future. I’d love to continue studying and specialise in agricultural law or commercialise my family farm in South Africa – and Hartpury is making this possible.”
DHRUVPAL ANCHAN
Dhruvpal studied MSc Applied Equine Science at Hartpury, as well as studying with us for his diploma and undergraduate degree.
Dhruvpal's Hartpury experience
"I really enjoyed studying my diploma at Hartpury College, so Hartpury was an obvious choice for university-level study too.
Adjusting to university study after three years working took some time, but 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.
My goal on this degree is to uncover the science behind classical equine training methods, and use this to understand and improve horse welfare and performance."
MATT EVANS
Matt studied BSc (Hons) Sport Coaching at Hartpury and now plays Championship rugby for the Cornish Pirates and is part of the Canadian national team.
Matt's Hartpury Experience
"Being at Hartpury really shaped me into who I am. Although you’re supported throughout, you have to grow up quickly and learn how to be an adult.
You get a great education as well as a professional environment to train in. You learn to manage your time, balancing playing with your studies. It gives you a strong educational platform and the experience of what it takes to train and play at an elite level.
If you want to play at the highest level, it’s a great place to study. You’ll also get a great education and make unforgettable memories."
Accommodation
Become part of a welcoming and vibrant student community.
Settle into an accommodation option to suit your taste and budget – at Hartpury University you can choose to live on-campus surrounded by Gloucestershire’s beautiful countryside or off-campus in the heart of Gloucester City centre.
If you want the luxury of living on site, surrounded by countryside and being able to roll out of bed and into your lectures, our on-campus halls of residence are the right choice for you. If city life is more your thing, you may be more suited to our off-site accommodation, or a private house-share, in the heart of Gloucester, which is just a 15 minute bus or car journey away.
- Guarantee - we guarantee Hartpury accommodation for all first-year undergraduate students
- Best of both worlds - choose between rural and city living with options on and off campus
- A home from home - our halls have en-suite facilities and WiFi. Rent also includes utilities and content insurance