From equestrian medal-winners at the Olympics, to our BUCS-winning squads for men's and women's rugby and men's football, we nurture the very best talent.
Our equestrian athletes receive world-class coaching to develop their competition careers. Graduates include Rio Olympic medal winner Astier Nicolas and dressage star Olivia Oakeley.
We have teams in the top tier of women’s rugby; the Premier 15s, and BUCS National League, and are previous BUCS champions. Our university team is coached by England star, Natasha Hunt. Recently, graduate Zoe Aldcroft was named World Rugby Women's 15s Player of the Year 2021.
Our successful student-led team, Hartpury University RFC, plays and trains on campus. Professional players Jonny May, Alex Cuthbert, Seb Negri, Harry Randall, Jonny Hill and Ben Vellacott are among our graduates.
We have teams in the BUCS league for football and futsal. Students play regularly in the Women's Futsal Super Series live on BT Sport. Players also feature for club sides in the National League.
Our senior football programme is among the best in the UK. We're 11-time BUCS Premier League winners and five-time BUCS national champions. Successful graduates include Ghana internationals Abdul Majeed Waris and David Accam, and Mustapha Bundu who played for Sierra Leone in the 2022 Africa Cup of Nations.
Five former students and staff were named in Team GB rowing squad for the Tokyo Olympics. We have a strong relationship with British Rowing and have seen numerous Home International appearances, as well as Henley Regatta, National Schools and BUCS Regatta wins.
We play in the top levels in the BUCS leagues, BUCS Golf Tour and The R & A competitions. Former student George Bryant won the English and Welsh BUCS Golf Championship, while Joe Buenfeld won the Junior European Open.
Our Netball Academy is coached by netball star Jess Shaw. We're a Team Bath Netball Academy Development Centre and BUCS league winners. Students play for Netball Super League teams.
“The environment at Hartpury enables you to be the best that you can become. It allows you to study and play top-level sport at the same time. You play in a professional environment with likeminded individuals."
"I owe so much to Hartpury. Hartpury has played a massive part in my development. I was delighted to win the Women’s World Rugby Player of the Year and follow in the footsteps of the very best players in the game. I want to keep getting better and hopefully be a role model for others.”
Zoe Aldcroft, England Women's rugby player, BSc Sport and Exercise Sciences
“The environment at Hartpury enables you to be the best that you can become. It allows you to study and play top-level sport at the same time. You play in a professional environment with likeminded individuals."
"I owe so much to Hartpury. Hartpury has played a massive part in my development. I was delighted to win the Women’s World Rugby Player of the Year and follow in the footsteps of the very best players in the game. I want to keep getting better and hopefully be a role model for others.”
Zoe Aldcroft, England Women's rugby player, BSc Sport and Exercise Sciences
Academic and career progression
At Hartpury, you can pursue a dual pathway, developing your talent alongside your degree, with specially tailored academic and sporting timetables. We have extensive links with professional and non-league clubs. While you’re with us, you can gain invaluable work experience and build links for your future career.
Fees and funding
Sports Academy membership costs £320* each year. It includes training with qualified coaches, access to world-class facilities including our gyms, transport and our Sports Academy Performance Hub.
We offer scholarships for students with the potential to excel in their chosen sporting field.
*these fees are subject to change.
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BSc (Hons) Strength and Conditioning (with Foundation Year)
Immerse yourself in a performance sports environment, using dedicated gyms and human performance laboratories to perfect your coaching style. Work alongside our student athletes as you develop the knowledge to improve the physical preparation of sports men and women.
BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Sciences (with Foundation Year)
Work with the next generation of student athletes, improving their performance through sports science and exercise. Learn in our new, dedicated Human Performance and Biomechanics Laboratories, which are kitted out with technology used by Premier League and NFL teams.
BSc (Hons) Sports Therapy (with Foundation Year)
Graduate as a qualified sports therapist using our dedicated sports therapy clinic, working with the general population and athletes with support from industry experienced staff. The course is accredited by the Society of Sports Therapists, so you can be confident you’ll graduate ready for your career.
BSc (Hons) Sports Coaching (with Foundation Year)
Refine your skills as a sports coach through hands-on learning and develop your unique coaching style. You'll benefit from unparalleled opportunities to advance your coaching techniques within our on-site sports academies, as well as through collaborations with our partner sports clubs.
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