Postgraduate Study

Applying for Taught Courses

Entry requirements vary for each programme of study but generally the minimum requirement for postgraduate courses is a lower second class honours degree, or HND with experience, or equivalent. For all applicants, evidence of your previous qualifications is required. However, we judge all candidates on their individual merits. Non-graduates with significant work experience are also encouraged to apply.

English Requirements for Overseas Candidates

The minimum entry requirement on to all courses offered at Harper Adams for all overseas students are as follows:

Language test	Minimum grade/score required
IELTS (International English Language Testing System)	6.5	'Competent User'
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)	575	Paper-based test
	232	Computer-based test
	90-91	Internet based test
Pearson PTE	58-64

Applications

The deadline for UK and EU applications is early September, and mid July for overseas students, with courses beginning at the end of September or beginning of October.

Along with a prospectus you will be provided with an application pack including an academic timetable, fee details and module information if you are interested in a specific course. You can obtain an application form from the Taught Postgraduate Courses Administrator.

Veterinary Physiotherapy

This course has a different application process to other postgraduate courses. Please follow the process on the Veterinary Physiotheraphy course page.

Joining instructions

Once you have been accepted onto a taught programme you will be sent a registration form, learner support form, plagiarism detection service agreement and application form accommodation, along with an invoice for payment (full time students only), and any other important information.

Deferring

You must apply in writing if you wish to defer your course. Please note that with the possible exception of Rural Environment and Land Management, all other courses begin in September/October.

Contact Information

For further information on any aspect of postgraduate study, or to receive an application form please contact: