Entry requirements
from 3 A levels .Biology at grade C is preferred but not mandatory. General Studies and Critical Thinking are not accepted.
With no more than 2 arts-based subjects out of 3.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
MMMPlease note these grades apply only to the new examined version of the Level 3 Extended Diploma which should be 1080 Guided Learning Hours. We do not accept the 720 GLH version as fully meeting our Level 3 entry requirements.
For applicants taking a City & Guilds Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma, offers tend to be in the region of DDM
Please note these grades apply only to the new examined (reformed) version of the Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma which should be 1080 Guided Learning Hours. For the previous version of this course, the City and Guilds Level 3 Extended Diploma, we require grade D.
We do not accept the 720 GLH version as fully meeting our Level 3 entry requirements. If you are unsure which version you are studying please contact your school or college for advice.
Access to HE Diploma
D: 15 credits
M: 30 credits
P: 0 creditsA Science based Access course is preferred.
Biology is preferred but not mandatory
Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF)
Not acceptedInternational Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
28 pointsmust have Biology at 5 at Higher Level
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
We accept the Welsh Baccalaureate as equivalent to a full A level. For further information please contact the Admissions team.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
H3, H3, H3, H3Biology is preferred but not mandatory
(AABB under previous system)
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Minimum of 4 GCSE’s at grade C/4 including English Language, Maths and Science.
Accepted subject Agriculture, Land Management and Production
Routes: Livestock production
Accepted subject Animal Care and Management
Routes: Animal care and Management, Equine Care and Management
Accepted subject Science
Routes: Laboratory Sciences
An understanding of a biological science based subject, for example Biology, Human Biology, Applied Science or Physical Education would be preferable. We would welcome applications from candidates offering other evidence of their suitability for this programme.
For full entry requirements, including details of all other qualifications accepted, please see our website www.harper.ac.uk
The University is happy to consider applications from those who are studying mixed qualifications, such as combinations of BTECs and A levels. Due to the numerous combinations available it is impossible to state the entry requirements for these, but applicants can expect to receive offers with comparable grades to those without mixed qualifications. For advice please contact the Admissions Team.
Applicants are encouraged to gain around 6 weeks relevant work experience with animals before the start of the course.
The University is committed to bringing fresh talent to the industries we serve and has developed a range of initiatives to give everyone the best chance to access our undergraduate programmes. Known as 'Access to Harper' our contextualised offer scheme recognises difficulties that some applicants may face and provides those applicants with an offer lower than our standard requirements. Further details can be found at https://www.harper-adams.ac.uk/apply/how-to-apply/access.cfm
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Additional entry requirements
- Other
- Interviews will take place on an ad-hoc basis should the Course Manager wish to discuss any aspect of your application and for all potentially suitable applicants who require visa sponsorship.
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