Overview

Technological and scientific developments are rapidly influencing the many aspects of animal science, making innovative research essential to sustainable practice. Our students uncover invaluable new knowledge that impacts real-world practice in animal behaviour, welfare, production, nutrition, reproduction and biomechanics. Animal Science is offered by Hartpury University

Employability

Some optional modules require you to reflect on your current professional practice, so if you’re currently working in a professional role (voluntary, paid, full or part-time), this will be an ideal supplement to your studies.

You may want to progress your research in an external environment, but you may also be keen to make the most of our own commercial activities on campus. These include our farm and Agri-Tech Centre, equine and canine therapy centres, and equine events centre. We have strong industry partnerships across all subject areas that students can utilise and benefit from for their research. These include partnerships with national governing bodies, LEAF Farms, NAF, NFU, BEF, Jockey Club, UK Agility, RSPCA, PFMA, PIF and BIAZA.

Studying a Master of Research degree provides you with the necessary skills to develop your career in a specific direction of travel or for PhD studies. It will also support you to advance your own professional aspirations – contemporary research experience will place you at the forefront of knowledge within your discipline.

Programme Structure

Discover the compulsory modules for this course. You’ll also be able to choose a subject-specific optional module from our diverse specialist portfolio within the animal, agriculture and equine departments to suit your interests and career goals. Choose one or two of the optional modules to study in addition to the compulsory modules. Your optional module choices should amount to 30 credits. Optional modules change each year in line with student, industry and research demands.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-30 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

60

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PTE Academic

63

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Blended

Campus Location

Gloucester, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

Upper Second Class _{(recommended)}

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

60

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PTE Academic

63

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Other requirements

General requirements

Academic

2:1 honours degree in a relevant subject. Students with 2:2 and relevant experience will be considered on a case by case basis.

Non-academic

Students with non-relevant qualifications but with sufficient work experience or professional experience will be considered on an individual basis.

International

In addition to the academic qualification an IELTS 6.5 or equivalent is required.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

20625 GBP / year

≈ 20625 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

12100 GBP / year

≈ 12100 GBP / year

Living costs

Gloucester

United Kingdom

824 - 1563 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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