Going to university is a great way to meet new people, have new experiences, and expand your knowledge.
In the current economic climate, your degree is, arguably, more valuable than ever – both for yourself and society.
As a graduate, you’ll be able to add real value to a planet that needs you. By applying your specialist skills, you'll have opportunities to improve best practice and make discoveries that help us to understand the world around us.
You’re also likely to earn more and be happier during your lifetime.
*Graduate Outcomes 2023
Research shows that 86% of graduates find their current role meaningful (HESA 2020) and a purpose-driven life doesn't just boost your emotional well-being, it could keep you healthier, too (Harvard 2019).
Alongside the fulfillment gained from a rewarding career, Hartpury is full of opportunities to develop yourself as a person. Meeting new people, having new experiences and growing independence are all a huge part. Our students share that they meet like-minded people that become lifelong friends and partners! Alongside your learning, you can get stuck into new hobbies and interests through societies, inspiring talks and volunteer groups, to name a few.
The world needs skilled graduates to help strengthen commerce, communities and the environment. Feeding the planet, improving animal welfare and advancing public health through sport and exercise will be critically important as our nation moves towards a new and improved normality. These industries need skilled and passionate graduates, just like you will be, who can help them to carve out successful new futures.
Our undergraduate provision has been awarded Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) Gold in all aspects - Overall, Student Experience, and Student Outcomes.
Ranked in the top 10 universities for teaching quality (The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide, 2025).
97% of our graduates are in employment, further study or other purposeful activity (Graduate Outcomes, 2024).
We’re a top 10 university for academic support (NSS 2024, UK universities).
*National Student Survey 2023, English universities
Discover the social side of your Hartpury student life. You could join clubs and societies, take part in events, meet friends in our new Graze catering space, or spend time relaxing in our Legends student bar, which hosts pub quizzes, movie nights, and live music, and sport throughout the year.
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