University Guide
Harper Adams University
Harper Adams University is located close to a village called Edgmond, in Shropshire. The University was established in 1901 and specialises in higher education in the agricultural and rural sector. The University is set on a 635-hectare farm to give students first-hand experience in tackling developments in food production, animal sciences, land management and more. There are currently approximately 5,285 students studying at the university.
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The overview
The main things you need to know about studying at the Harper Adams University.
Rankings
Harper Adams University is ranked 38th overall in the UK in the Complete University Guide 2027, joint 39th in the Daily Mail University Guide, and is widely celebrated as a top specialist and modern institution.
Employability
Harper Adams University consistently ranks as the top institution in the UK for graduate employment and student outcomes, with over 99% of its undergraduates in work or further study 15 months after graduating.
Fees
For the 2026/27 academic year, full-time UK undergraduate tuition fees at Harper Adams University are £9,535 for new entrants and £9,790 for continuing students. For international students, full-time undergraduate tuition fees generally range from £17,160 to £33,000 per year depending on the specific programme.
Bursaries
Many scholarships and bursaries are available at Harper Adams University. Click here to find out more about the different options available.
Accommodation
Harper Adams University’s accommodation is in a rural setting nearby to the university campus. There is a range of options including both en-suite and communal bathrooms and catered and non-catered. Applicants are able to submit an application for student accommodation once they have received an offer.
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Students' Union
The University Student’s Union is a hub of activity, keeping students busy with events such as cooking classes, dog walking and arts and crafts. There is a wide range of societies and sports clubs including rugby, football, equestrian and clay pigeon shooting. By getting involved in what the Student’s union has to offer, members meet new people and enhance their university experience.
Famous for
Harper Adams University has been recognised for its research quality in a number of different areas including management of soil and water, crop disease resistance and agricultural technology.
News
Recent news from Harper Adams University features a graduate winning both the British Farming Awards and Farmers Weekly Agricultural Student of the Year 2026, new student exchange pathways to Australia and New Zealand, and academic testimony to MPs highlighting the underestimated scale of rural crime.
Accommodation for Students says
"Shropshire’s countryside is breath taking. Nestled between Wales and Staffordshire, it is a stunning place to live with lots to explore."
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