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Specialist Uni of the Year
Study at a nationally recognised university for career-focused teaching, specialist facilities and student experience (The Times and The Sunday Times, 2026).
Graduate Outcomes
95% of our graduates progress to careers, further study or other purposeful activity (Graduate Outcomes, 2026).
Academic support
We're a top 10 university for academic support, helping you reach your goals (NSS 2025, UK universities).
Course information
This degree programme offers a fascinating insight into the horseracing industry. You will cover everything from racehorse health and nutrition to race planning and performance analysis.
The 36 month programme, run primarily by The British Racing School but in partnership with Hartpury University, will involve home study as well as guided learning at The British Racing School and Hartpury campus. At the end of a successful programme of study you can achieve a BSc (Hons) Horseracing Industry award from Hartpury University.
Employment opportunities for students upon completion are wide and varied. The knowledge and experience gained will bring a broader understanding of the horseracing industry and the options available to you on completion. It will also give you the skills to progress in your roles throughout your careers.
More information on entry requirements and how to apply can be accessed via The British Racing School.
Course information
Overview
This degree programme offers a fascinating insight into the horseracing industry. You will cover everything from racehorse health and nutrition to race planning and performance analysis.
The 36 month programme, run primarily by The British Racing School but in partnership with Hartpury University, will involve home study as well as guided learning at The British Racing School and Hartpury campus. At the end of a successful programme of study you can achieve a BSc (Hons) Horseracing Industry award from Hartpury University.
Employment opportunities for students upon completion are wide and varied. The knowledge and experience gained will bring a broader understanding of the horseracing industry and the options available to you on completion. It will also give you the skills to progress in your roles throughout your careers.
More information on entry requirements and how to apply can be accessed via The British Racing School.
TEF Gold
Our undergraduate provision has been awarded TEF Gold in all aspects, as well as student experience and student outcomes.
Our equestrian athletes receive world-class coaching to develop their competition careers. Graduates include Rio Olympic medal winner Astier Nicholas and dressage star Olivia Oakeley.
We can help you understand how it all works, and what you need to do next. Find out everything you need to know about tuition fees, student loans and bursaries and scholarships. In 2024/25, Hartpury University provided financial assistance to over one quarter of university students through bursaries, scholarships and additional support.
As a student Hartpury student, you’ll be part of our community. As a small university, we provide personalised support based on your individual requirements and aspirations. Our teams cover wellbeing, achievement and success, learning support, careers, and our staff will answer your questions or get you set up with someone who can.
Get to know our dedicated and passionate teaching staff who’ll help you achieve your very best. We’re proud to have been awarded Gold in all three areas of the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF): Overall, Student Experience, and Student Outcomes. This places Hartpury University in the top 15% of published institutions in England.
Important information
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of our published course information, however our programmes are reviewed and developed regularly. Changes or cancellation of courses may be necessary to ensure alignment with emerging employment areas, to comply with accrediting body requirements, revisions to subject benchmark statements or as a result of student feedback. We reserve the right to make necessary changes and will notify all offer-holders of changes as and when they occur.
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