“I wasn't ready to go straight into university study and didn't quite have the right qualifications at the time to progress to degree level. As well as helping me to reach that threshold as I increased my knowledge on a subject I’m passionate about, Hartpury’s Access to Higher Education diploma allowed me to get a feel for what university life would be like."
"I already had some hands-on expertise from my previous job in an animal shelter. My course helped me to develop my theoretical knowledge, gain extra practical skills and explore my career ideas."
"I chose to study Animal Science at Hartpury because it focuses on the subject area I love. The facilities are unparalleled and I’ve had so many opportunities to gain practical experience working with animals."
The multi-sport academy offered the kind of support you would find in a professional sporting environment which paired with the excellent academic facilities enabled me to get a stellar education while competing at the top level.
"My Animal Management course gave me the opportunity to learn in a different way and prepared me for university life."
Ellena completed A-levels in Physical Education, Psychology, Business Studies and Biology at Hartpury, as well as being a member of the Women’s Rugby Academy.
"I chose Hartpury because I've heard great things about it. I saw how well the sport interacts with the education and like the link between it. So that's what drew me to it."
"I came to Hartpury to study A Levels and indulge in my passion for rugby – I always knew it was the best place for me to pursue my love of sport alongside my studies."