About the university
Hartpury University is a specialist university on a 360-hectare rural campus in Gloucestershire, near Gloucester. It teaches animal science, agriculture, equine studies, sport and veterinary nursing, and shares the campus with Hartpury College. It opened as an agricultural institute in 1949 and gained its own degree awarding powers in 2017.
It is best known for sport and equine facilities, including a Sports Academy worth over £10 million, a Championship rugby team and an international equestrian centre. The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026 named it Specialist University of the Year, and its undergraduate teaching holds TEF Gold.
Indian students mainly look at sport science, strength and conditioning, sports management and animal courses. International fees for 2026 entry are £17,250 a year for a standard bachelor's degree and £17,500 for a standard MSc, with higher fees for equine courses. Scholarships include a £3,000 Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship.
- Roots
- Agricultural institute opened in 1949; taught degree awarding powers granted in 2017
- Type
- Specialist university for animal, agriculture, equine, sport and veterinary nursing subjects, alongside Hartpury College
- Students
- More than 4,500 across the university and the college (history page)
- International community
- Students from over 60 countries
- Campus
- 360-hectare rural campus in Gloucestershire, plus city accommodation in Gloucester
- Intakes
- September (semester 1 teaching starts in mid to late September)
Rankings
Popular courses with Indian students
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £17,500
- Duration
- 1 year (full time)
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS 6.5 or equivalent
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £17,500
- Duration
- 1 year (full time)
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS 6.5 or equivalent
- Postgraduate
MSc Sport and Exercise Nutrition
- Fee / year
- £17,500
- Duration
- 12 months (full time)
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS 6.5 or equivalent
- Postgraduate
MSc Applied Performance Analysis in Sport
- Fee / year
- £17,500
- Duration
- 1 year (full time)
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS 6.5 or equivalent
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £17,500
- Duration
- 1 year (full time)
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS 6.5 or equivalent
- Postgraduate
MSc Applied Animal Behaviour and Welfare
- Fee / year
- £17,500
- Duration
- 1 year (full time)
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS 6.5 or equivalent
- Undergraduate
BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Sciences
- Fee / year
- £17,250
- Duration
- 3 or 4 years (full time)
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in each component)
- Undergraduate
BSc (Hons) Sports Business Management
- Fee / year
- £17,250
- Duration
- 3 or 4 years (full time)
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in each component)
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (GBP) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSc Sports Management | 1 year (full time) | £17,500 | ≈ ₹21.4 lakh |
| MSc Strength and Conditioning | 1 year (full time) | £17,500 | ≈ ₹21.4 lakh |
| MSc Sport and Exercise Nutrition | 12 months (full time) | £17,500 | ≈ ₹21.4 lakh |
| MSc Applied Performance Analysis in Sport | 1 year (full time) | £17,500 | ≈ ₹21.4 lakh |
| MSc Sports Coaching | 1 year (full time) | £17,500 | ≈ ₹21.4 lakh |
| MSc Applied Animal Behaviour and Welfare | 1 year (full time) | £17,500 | ≈ ₹21.4 lakh |
| BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Sciences | 3 or 4 years (full time) | £17,250 | ≈ ₹21 lakh |
| BSc (Hons) Sports Business Management | 3 or 4 years (full time) | £17,250 | ≈ ₹21 lakh |
Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Want a course shortlist with fees?Our counsellor will compare courses at Hartpury University with similar universities in the UK.
Scholarships
- Undergraduate and postgraduate
Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarships
Value: £3,000
Eligibility: Talented international students joining Hartpury (2026 entry). Only one Hartpury scholarship can be held.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - International students
Trailblazer Scholarship
Value: 50% off tuition fees
Eligibility: A high-achieving international student with the ambition to lead, innovate and make an impact. Highly competitive.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - New international undergraduates and postgraduates
Regional Scholarships
Value: £1,000 to £2,000 (automatic where available)
Eligibility: Varies by country; check the India country page or ask the International Team.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - International offer holders
Early Payment Discount
Value: 5% off tuition fees
Eligibility: Pay the full fee by 30 June 2026 (2026 entry). Can be combined with other scholarships.
Official page (opens in a new tab)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Class 12 (HSC or Senior Secondary) with an average of 65% or more, including relevant subjects.
- Foundation degree entry needs Class 12 with a 50% average.
- UK typical offers on the courses above range from 96 to 120 UCAS tariff points.
Postgraduate
- Three- or four-year bachelor's degree from a recognised Indian university with 60%, a GPA of 7.5 on a 10-point scale, or 2.1 on a 4-point scale.
- Most MSc courses ask for a 2:2 honours degree in a related subject; MSc Sports Therapy (conversion) asks for a 2:1.
- Work experience can be considered for applicants without a related degree.
Documents
- Valid passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
- Degree certificate and transcripts (postgraduate)
- English test score
- Personal statement
- Reference
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | Undergraduate 6.0 with 5.5 in each component; most postgraduate courses 6.5 with 5.5 in each; some courses 7.0. |
| PTE Academic | Undergraduate 54; most postgraduate courses 58; higher-requirement courses 66. |
| TOEFL iBT | Undergraduate 67; most postgraduate courses 81. Must be taken at a test centre; Home Edition not accepted. |
| Duolingo English Test | Undergraduate 105; most postgraduate courses 120; higher-requirement courses 130. |
| UKVI SELT rule | Student visa applicants from Tamil Nadu, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh or Haryana must take a UKVI-approved SELT such as IELTS for UKVI or PTE Academic UKVI. |
Accommodation and living costs
First-year undergraduates are guaranteed accommodation once Hartpury is their firm choice. Campus halls are self-catered en suite rooms on 40-week contracts and include a free car parking permit. International fee-paying postgraduates can live at Blackfriars in Gloucester city centre.
| Item | In GBP | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Limbury en suite room (40 weeks)£7,440 for the year (2027/28 pricing guide) | £186per week | ≈ ₹22,692 |
| Hartpury House en suite rooms, small to extra large (40 weeks)£7,080 to £9,640 for the year (2027/28 pricing guide) | £177–241per week | ≈ ₹21,594 – ₹29,402 |
| New Vicarage Premium en suite (40 weeks)£9,120 for the year (2027/28 pricing guide) | £228per week | ≈ ₹27,816 |
Campus and location
The 360-hectare campus sits in the Gloucestershire countryside, with teaching, sport and animal facilities a short walk from the halls. Shuttle buses link it with Gloucester and Cheltenham.
- Sports Academy worth over £10 million, plus pitches and a Championship rugby club on site.
- Over 70 animal species on campus and an Agri-Tech Centre for smart farming.
- International equestrian events centre.
- City living option at Blackfriars, Gloucester.
Careers and graduate outcomes
Courses are built with employers and include practical work with the university's own sports clubs, farms and animal units. For post-study work rules see our UK country guide.
| What | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Graduates in work, further study or other purposeful activity | 95% | Hartpury homepage, citing Graduate Outcomes 2026 |
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FAQs
How much does Hartpury cost for international students?
For 2026 entry a standard bachelor's degree is £17,250 a year and a standard MSc is £17,500 (equine courses cost more). Hartpury had not yet confirmed 2027 fees when we checked.
What Class 12 marks do I need?
Hartpury's India page asks for a Class 12 average of 65% or more, including relevant subjects, for a bachelor's degree. For a master's you need a three- or four-year bachelor's degree with 60% or a 7.5/10 GPA.
Do I need IELTS for UKVI?
If you are applying from Tamil Nadu, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh or Haryana, Hartpury asks for a UKVI-approved SELT such as IELTS for UKVI. Applicants from elsewhere in India can use other tests, including Duolingo.
Is there a scholarship for Indian students?
Hartpury offers £3,000 Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarships, a 50% Trailblazer Scholarship and country-based Regional Scholarships of £1,000 to £2,000. You can hold only one, plus the 5% early payment discount.
Sources
- Hartpury: tuition fees and student loans (2026 entry) (opens in a new tab)
- Hartpury: bursaries, scholarships and more (opens in a new tab)
- Hartpury: information for students from India (opens in a new tab)
- Hartpury: English language requirements (opens in a new tab)
- Hartpury: MSc Sports Management (opens in a new tab)
- Hartpury: accommodation (opens in a new tab)
- Hartpury: accommodation pricing guide 2027-28 (PDF) (opens in a new tab)
- Hartpury: term dates (opens in a new tab)
- Hartpury: our history (opens in a new tab)
- Hartpury University and Hartpury College: homepage (awards and graduate outcomes) (opens in a new tab)
Official website: www.hartpury.ac.uk (opens in a new tab)
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