Get ahead with a master's degree
We offer master’s qualifications across our specialist industry subjects of agriculture, animal, equine, sport and veterinary physiotherapy.
A taught master’s degree involves lectures and practical sessions, alongside the completion of a dissertation or project.
Before studying a master's degree at Hartpury, Megan had been overlooked for a job, with employers citing qualifications. Since graduating, she hasn't looked back.
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We're a top 20 UK university for postgraduate teaching, engagement, assessment, organisation and support (PTES 2023).
World leading
Our research has been recognised as 'world-leading' and 'internationally excellent' (Research Excellence Framework 2021).
Master's degrees explained
A one, two or three-year degree, offering compulsory and optional modules focused on a dissertation.
A one, two or three-year degree, offering compulsory and optional modules focused on a significant piece of independent research.
Usually completed over one year, these recognised shorter qualifications allow greater flexibility to progress each qualification through to the next level, including a full master’s degree.
Undergraduate and postgraduate-level study in one qualification. Your final two years will focus on postgraduate-level study.
Master's degrees explained
Master’s in Science (MSc)
A one, two or three-year degree, offering compulsory and optional modules focused on a dissertation.
Master of Research (MRes)
A one, two or three-year degree, offering compulsory and optional modules focused on a significant piece of independent research.
Postgraduate Certificate (PG Cert) and Postgraduate Diploma (PG Dip)
Usually completed over one year, these recognised shorter qualifications allow greater flexibility to progress each qualification through to the next level, including a full master’s degree.
Integrated Master’s degree (MSci)
Undergraduate and postgraduate-level study in one qualification. Your final two years will focus on postgraduate-level study.
It's a good idea to think about fees and funding around your course as early as you can. We can help you to understand and take control of your finances. Here’s everything you need to know at a glance.
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