Tuition fees are one of the main costs of studying at university. At Hartpury, your tuition fees cover a variety of costs including the teaching of lectures, tutorials and lab sessions.
The tuition fees also contribute to the running of a vibrant student community. The fee is due at the start of each academic year of your studies.
The following tuition fees information applies to the academic year starting 2027. Tuition fees are charged per year. Following the government announcement, we expect tuition fees to increase annually in line with inflation, within the boundaries set by the government. We will confirm our future entry fees as soon as possible.
Undergraduate tuition fees per year - UK, Republic of Ireland (CTA), Crown Dependencies and British Territories Overseas students | |
Full-time undergraduate degrees | £10,050 |
In-Practice Year (BSc Veterinary Nursing and BSc Equine Veterinary Nursing) | £10,050 |
Undergraduate Certificate in Small Animal Hydrotherapy | £5,025 |
Undergraduate Certificate in Small Animal Hydrotherapy (Advanced Entry) | £4,283 |
Part time undergraduate degree tuition fees | Please contact Student Finance. |
*If you're from Crown Dependencies (Jersey, Guernsey and Isle of Man), you're not eligible for student funding from the UK government, but you could be eligible for funding from your island education office. | |
Some courses have additional fees, please take a look at our courses to see specific fee information for each course.
Integrated placement year fees
These fees are paid to Hartpury to cover coursework tuition and support for your placement year. Extra costs associated with your placement including travel and accommodation are self-funded. Placements can be paid or unpaid, depending on the position you secure, therefore you could earn a salary to help with costs.
UK, Isle of Man and Channel Islands students | |
Integrated placement years | 20% of relevant course fee |
Student loans
Tuition fee loan - Lifelong Learning Entitlement (LLE)
The Lifelong Learning Entitlement (LLE) is a new student finance system being introduced by the UK Government for eligible English students studying undergraduate higher education courses in the UK (including Hartpury).
Who will the LLE apply to?
For Hartpury courses, the LLE will apply to eligible English students starting approved undergraduate higher education courses from January 2027 onwards. Non-English students, not applying to Student Finance England will not be affected. Existing students continuing studies they started before this date will normally continue under their current student finance arrangements.
What funding may be available?
Subject to eligibility, the LLE may provide access to: Tuition fee funding for approved courses; Maintenance support to help with living costs; and flexible funding that can be used across different stages of your career and education journey. Eligibility and funding entitlement will be assessed by Student Finance England.
When can I apply?
Applications for LLE funding for eligible Hartpury undergraduate courses starting from September 2027 are expected to open in March 2027.
How do I apply?
English students apply for LLE funding online directly through Student Finance England. For courses that last longer than a year, you will need to reapply annually for each year of your course. The LLE is a government-led student finance scheme and details are continuing to be developed. For the latest guidance on eligibility, funding and applications, please visit the official GOV.UK Skills for Careers website
Read our tuition fee policy for 2027 entry.
Maintenance loan
You may also apply for a maintenance loan to help with day-to-day living expenses. This is also administered by your student finance provider but is paid directly to you in instalments. The amount you can borrow depends on a number of factors, such as your household income, more information can be found on the Government website.
Relevant links
Postgraduate tuition fees are charged per course. The following tuition fees information applies to the academic year starting 2027 only, and may be subject to change in future years.
UK postgraduate course fees
Degree type | Tuition fee | Equine tuition fee |
Master of Science (MSc) - unless referenced below | £11,000 | £12,100 |
Master of Research (MRes) - unless referenced below | £10,000 | £12,100 |
Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip) - unless referenced below | £7,333 | £8,067 |
Postgraduate Certificate (PGCert) - unless referenced below | £3,667 | £4,033 |
Master of Business Administration (MBA) Top-up | £3,500 | - |
Programme | MSc | PGDip | PGCert |
Veterinary Physiotherapy | £13,750* | £11,550 | - |
Animal Welfare, Policy and Legislation (online) | £10,000 | £6,600 | £3,300 |
Animal Assisted Counselling and Psychotherapy | £16,500 | £13,750 | - |
*MSc Veterinary Physiotherapy: £5,775 year one and two, £2,200 year three | |||
PhDs are conducted in partnership with the University of the West of England (UWE), click here for more information on fees and funding.
Below are the tuition fees if you're an international fee-paying student looking to study at Hartpury University.
The following tuition fees information applies to the academic year starting 2027 only and may be subject to change in future years. Undergraduate tuition fees are charged per year.
International undergraduate tuition fees
Degree type | Tuition fee | Equine tuition fee |
Bachelor’s Degree (BSc) incl. with Foundation Year | £17,250 | £18,150 |
Bachelor’s Degree (Top-up Level 6) (BSc) | £17,250 | £18,150 |
In Practice-Year - BSc Veterinary Nursing and Equine Veterinary Nursing | £17,250 | - |
Integrated placement year fees
These fees are paid to Hartpury to cover coursework tuition and support for your placement year. Extra costs associated with your placement including travel and accommodation are self-funded. Placements can be paid or unpaid, depending on the position you secure, therefore you could earn a salary to help with costs.
International fee-paying students | |
Integrated placement years | 20% of relevant course fee |
International postgraduate tuition fees
Degree type | Tuition fee | Equine tuition fee |
Master of Science (MSc) - unless referenced below | £17,500 | £18,750 |
Master of Research (MRes) - unless referenced below | £17,500 | £18,750 |
Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip) – unless referenced below | £11,667 | £12,500 |
Postgraduate Certificate (PGCert) – unless referenced below | £5,833 | £6,250 |
Master of Business Administration (MBA) Top-up | £6,000 | - |
PhDs - conducted in partnership with the University of the West of England (UWE) | - |
Programme | MSc | PGDip | PGCert |
Veterinary Physiotherapy | £18,750* | £12,500 | - |
Animal Welfare, Policy and Legislation (online) | £10,000 | £6,600 | £3,300 |
Animal Assisted Counselling and Psychotherapy | £20,625 | £13,750 | - |
*MSc Veterinary Physiotherapy: £6,825 year one and two, £5,100 year three | |||
Paying your fees
Tuition fees are due at the start of each academic year of your studies.
New students will need to pay the deposit amount detailed on your tuition fee invoice before arriving at Hartpury to secure your place and obtain your visa (where required).
In April, you will receive your invoice along with full details of your tuition fees and the available payment options.
Before arriving on campus in September, you can either pay your remaining tuition fees in full or choose to spread the cost through a convenient 4-instalment or 8-instalment payment plan.
Here to help
If you have any questions about Hartpury's tuition fees, your invoice or payment plans you can contact our Finance team on:
Email: studentfinance@hartpury.ac.uk
Call us: +44 (0)1452 702 697
Government postgraduate loans are available to many UK students studying master's and PhD level qualifications. For many of Hartpury's master's programmes, the available loan can cover the full tuition fee amount.
For the latest eligibility criteria, funding amounts and application information, please visit the UK Government website.
PhDs are conducted in partnership with the University of the West of England (UWE), click here for more information on fees and funding.
Undergraduate (UK) students
The following tuition fees information applies to the academic year starting 2027. Tuition fees are charged per year. Following the government announcement, we expect tuition fees to increase annually in line with inflation, within the boundaries set by the government. We will confirm our future entry fees as soon as possible.
Undergraduate tuition fees per year - UK, Republic of Ireland (CTA), Crown Dependencies and British Territories Overseas students | |
Full-time undergraduate degrees | £10,050 |
In-Practice Year (BSc Veterinary Nursing and BSc Equine Veterinary Nursing) | £10,050 |
Undergraduate Certificate in Small Animal Hydrotherapy | £5,025 |
Undergraduate Certificate in Small Animal Hydrotherapy (Advanced Entry) | £4,283 |
Part time undergraduate degree tuition fees | Please contact Student Finance. |
*If you're from Crown Dependencies (Jersey, Guernsey and Isle of Man), you're not eligible for student funding from the UK government, but you could be eligible for funding from your island education office. | |
Some courses have additional fees, please take a look at our courses to see specific fee information for each course.
Integrated placement year fees
These fees are paid to Hartpury to cover coursework tuition and support for your placement year. Extra costs associated with your placement including travel and accommodation are self-funded. Placements can be paid or unpaid, depending on the position you secure, therefore you could earn a salary to help with costs.
UK, Isle of Man and Channel Islands students | |
Integrated placement years | 20% of relevant course fee |
Student loans
Tuition fee loan - Lifelong Learning Entitlement (LLE)
The Lifelong Learning Entitlement (LLE) is a new student finance system being introduced by the UK Government for eligible English students studying undergraduate higher education courses in the UK (including Hartpury).
Who will the LLE apply to?
For Hartpury courses, the LLE will apply to eligible English students starting approved undergraduate higher education courses from January 2027 onwards. Non-English students, not applying to Student Finance England will not be affected. Existing students continuing studies they started before this date will normally continue under their current student finance arrangements.
What funding may be available?
Subject to eligibility, the LLE may provide access to: Tuition fee funding for approved courses; Maintenance support to help with living costs; and flexible funding that can be used across different stages of your career and education journey. Eligibility and funding entitlement will be assessed by Student Finance England.
When can I apply?
Applications for LLE funding for eligible Hartpury undergraduate courses starting from September 2027 are expected to open in March 2027.
How do I apply?
English students apply for LLE funding online directly through Student Finance England. For courses that last longer than a year, you will need to reapply annually for each year of your course. The LLE is a government-led student finance scheme and details are continuing to be developed. For the latest guidance on eligibility, funding and applications, please visit the official GOV.UK Skills for Careers website
Read our tuition fee policy for 2027 entry.
Maintenance loan
You may also apply for a maintenance loan to help with day-to-day living expenses. This is also administered by your student finance provider but is paid directly to you in instalments. The amount you can borrow depends on a number of factors, such as your household income, more information can be found on the Government website.
Relevant links
Postgraduate (UK) students
Postgraduate tuition fees are charged per course. The following tuition fees information applies to the academic year starting 2027 only, and may be subject to change in future years.
UK postgraduate course fees
Degree type | Tuition fee | Equine tuition fee |
Master of Science (MSc) - unless referenced below | £11,000 | £12,100 |
Master of Research (MRes) - unless referenced below | £10,000 | £12,100 |
Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip) - unless referenced below | £7,333 | £8,067 |
Postgraduate Certificate (PGCert) - unless referenced below | £3,667 | £4,033 |
Master of Business Administration (MBA) Top-up | £3,500 | - |
Programme | MSc | PGDip | PGCert |
Veterinary Physiotherapy | £13,750* | £11,550 | - |
Animal Welfare, Policy and Legislation (online) | £10,000 | £6,600 | £3,300 |
Animal Assisted Counselling and Psychotherapy | £16,500 | £13,750 | - |
*MSc Veterinary Physiotherapy: £5,775 year one and two, £2,200 year three | |||
PhDs are conducted in partnership with the University of the West of England (UWE), click here for more information on fees and funding.
International students (including EU)
Below are the tuition fees if you're an international fee-paying student looking to study at Hartpury University.
The following tuition fees information applies to the academic year starting 2027 only and may be subject to change in future years. Undergraduate tuition fees are charged per year.
International undergraduate tuition fees
Degree type | Tuition fee | Equine tuition fee |
Bachelor’s Degree (BSc) incl. with Foundation Year | £17,250 | £18,150 |
Bachelor’s Degree (Top-up Level 6) (BSc) | £17,250 | £18,150 |
In Practice-Year - BSc Veterinary Nursing and Equine Veterinary Nursing | £17,250 | - |
Integrated placement year fees
These fees are paid to Hartpury to cover coursework tuition and support for your placement year. Extra costs associated with your placement including travel and accommodation are self-funded. Placements can be paid or unpaid, depending on the position you secure, therefore you could earn a salary to help with costs.
International fee-paying students | |
Integrated placement years | 20% of relevant course fee |
International postgraduate tuition fees
Degree type | Tuition fee | Equine tuition fee |
Master of Science (MSc) - unless referenced below | £17,500 | £18,750 |
Master of Research (MRes) - unless referenced below | £17,500 | £18,750 |
Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip) – unless referenced below | £11,667 | £12,500 |
Postgraduate Certificate (PGCert) – unless referenced below | £5,833 | £6,250 |
Master of Business Administration (MBA) Top-up | £6,000 | - |
PhDs - conducted in partnership with the University of the West of England (UWE) | - |
Programme | MSc | PGDip | PGCert |
Veterinary Physiotherapy | £18,750* | £12,500 | - |
Animal Welfare, Policy and Legislation (online) | £10,000 | £6,600 | £3,300 |
Animal Assisted Counselling and Psychotherapy | £20,625 | £13,750 | - |
*MSc Veterinary Physiotherapy: £6,825 year one and two, £5,100 year three | |||
Paying your fees
Tuition fees are due at the start of each academic year of your studies.
New students will need to pay the deposit amount detailed on your tuition fee invoice before arriving at Hartpury to secure your place and obtain your visa (where required).
In April, you will receive your invoice along with full details of your tuition fees and the available payment options.
Before arriving on campus in September, you can either pay your remaining tuition fees in full or choose to spread the cost through a convenient 4-instalment or 8-instalment payment plan.
Here to help
If you have any questions about Hartpury's tuition fees, your invoice or payment plans you can contact our Finance team on:
Email: studentfinance@hartpury.ac.uk
Call us: +44 (0)1452 702 697
Postgraduate Master’s and Doctoral Loans
Government postgraduate loans are available to many UK students studying master's and PhD level qualifications. For many of Hartpury's master's programmes, the available loan can cover the full tuition fee amount.
For the latest eligibility criteria, funding amounts and application information, please visit the UK Government website.
PhDs are conducted in partnership with the University of the West of England (UWE), click here for more information on fees and funding.
Hartpury Sports Academy Membership 2026/27
Sports Academy membership is split into two performance-based tiers, giving you access to the right level of support and services for your sport and performance goals.
- All Sports Academy athletes pay £350 upfront. To be eligible for selection, this fee must be paid by the earliest of these two dates: prior to team selection for a competitive fixture OR on or before Monday 5 October 2026.
- Once squad selections are confirmed, you’ll be assigned to a tier as determined by our Sport Managers and charged any remaining balance due in November.
2026/27 Membership Fees
|
Tier |
Total cost |
Paid in two instalments |
|
Tier 1 |
£500 |
|
|
Tier 2 |
£350 |
£350 upfront |
Additional fees could apply for certain sports, e.g. Golf and Rowing, due to higher programme costs. Please note activities delivered through Hartpury Active in partnership with the student union, are outside of this membership structure.
What’s included?
Read through our Sports Academy Membership page to learn everything that's included in our different tiers.
Bursaries, scholarships, studentships and more
University study is a worthwhile investment to help you to achieve your own personal and professional goals, as well as to contribute to economic prosperity and knowledge exchange. Accessing funding, in the form of loans, grants, bursaries and scholarships, makes it possible for many students.
Alumni discounts
Up to 10% off fees for Hartpury University graduates
Hartpury University graduates may be eligible to receive up to 10% discount for studying a master's course with us, and up to 10% from professional course fees (2027/28). It's a great way to develop your specialist subject expertise and employability as part of a passionate academic community that's familiar to you. This discount applies to the first year of study only.
Our partners & accreditations
