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Hartpury University
Hartpury University offers specialist further and higher education programmes in agriculture, animal, business, equine, psychology, sport, and veterinary nursing. Set within a 360-hectare campus, students benefit from a unique blend of academic learning and hands-on practical experience, helping them develop the skills and knowledge needed for their future careers. With Cheltenham and Gloucester just a short distance away, Hartpury combines a close-knit campus community with easy access to thriving town and city life.
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The overview
The main things you need to know about studying at the Hartpury University.
Rankings
Hartpury University was named Specialist University of the Year 2026 in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide and rank 10th in the UK for Academic Support in the National Student Survey (NSS) 2026.
Employability
Hartpury University’s Employability, Skills and Careers team provides professional, work and skills-based workshops, careers advice and guidance.
Fees
For UK and EU students, the tuition fees information can be found on the Hartpury University website.
Bursaries
Hartpury University offers a range of bursary and scholarship options for both home and international students.
Accommodation
Hartpury University offers a range of accommodation options, both on-campus in the heart of Gloucestershire’s countryside or off-campus in Gloucester city centre. With the city just 15 minutes from campus by bus or car, students can choose the lifestyle that suits them best. For other suggestions of private accommodation options in Gloucester, head to AFS.
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Students' Union
The Student’s Union encompasses the importance of finding a balance between work and play. With a variety of societies and clubs, students are presented with plenty of opportunities to socialise and try out new hobbies from the moment their arrive on campus.
Famous for
Hartpury University is well known for its world-class equine facilities, commercial farm, sports academies, and new Veterinary Nursing and Technical Skills Centre.
News
Hartpury University and Hartpury College are proud to announce their involvement with the Severn Treescapes project, an initiative led by the wildlife trusts of Gloucestershire, Herefordshire and Worcestershire. As part of the project, students and staff will plant a total of 5000 hedge plants and five hectares of trees in key areas of Hartpury farmland over the next year.
Accommodation for Students says
"Gloucester is filled to the brim with history and culture. From the infamous docks, to the iconic cathedral, even students are in awe of the city’s rich heritage".
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