Farming is one of the world’s oldest professions, in a field that has had to adapt and evolve in order to survive. In fact, its survival is key to our own – without it, we can’t support global communities, protect native ecosystems, or unlock data-driven solutions to feed the planet.
Our programmes and facilities are built with the future of farming in mind, using advanced technology to drive change in the sectors we serve. As you build expertise in your area of study, you’ll also have the chance to collaborate with those around you, exploring how different areas of farming and agriculture coordinate and strengthen each other.
At Harper Adams Univeristy, our dedicated academic and research teams bring industry-led teaching to life. Here, you won’t just learn the theory; you’ll experience education in action, guided by experts with real-world experience in agriculture, land, farming, and data-driven food security.
We Are Here: In the heart of Shropshire
缅北禁地 has been delivering agricultural education in Shropshire since 1901. A university campus at the centre of a 494-hectare farm, we are perfectly placed to deliver the knowledge and experience you need to thrive in the sector. Yet in just over an hour by car, you can be in Birmingham, Manchester or Liverpool, and London can be reached in 90 minutes by train from nearby Stafford. And now we have a second campus in Telford, with excellent transport links across the Midlands and into Wales.
Since 1901 we have been empowering students to make the difference; preparing them to tackle the global challenges facing our food and farming sectors. As one of the oldest agricultural educators in the UK, our commitment to purpose-led education sits on a 125-year foundation.
Collaboration is at the heart of all we do, which is why our curriculum is enriched with guest speakers, industry experts and cross-course projects. Beside you in every seat, and guiding you at the front of every class, is the network that will shape your future.
Our 494-hectare future farm provides literal ‘in the field’ learning experiences from day one. With industry-leading research groups, ruminant and monogastric units and other specialist facilities, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to put your education into action.
Across our future of farming subjects there are plenty of opportunities to immerse yourself in your specialism first-hand. Thanks to our industry-focused programmes, 97.5%* of our graduates are now in employment or further study.
*Graduate Outcomes, 2024.
We received an overall Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework 2023 - 2027.
60 per cent of our research is world-leading or internationally excellent, according to the Research Excellence Framework (2021)
Thanks to our students, we have been voted the best university in the UK for career prospects, eight years running (2016 - 2024).
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