Noora Peltonen

Noora studied BSc (Hons) Bioveterinary Science with Foundation Year and is going on to study a fully-funded MSc by Research in Cellular and Molecular medicine, looking at antibacterial drug usage and antibacterial drug resistance on Welsh beef farms.

"I was drawn to Hartpury because at the time I did not see myself in a large city university and the animal facilities stood out from other places. The ability to access a foundation course for Bioveterinary science was a huge contributor. Coming from a non-academic background, I was unsure how I would adjust to university and the foundation year seemed like the perfect opportunity to introduce myself into studying.

Throughout my time at Hartpury, the lecturers have been so friendly, supportive, and encouraging of my progress and future endeavours. I have felt incredibly supported throughout and received support beyond what would be expected.

As part of my degree, we had the opportunity to work within the animal collection, which was a great way to understand the concepts learned in practice and to interact with a variety of species.

If you are interested in pursuing a degree but have doubts about skills or abilities, particularly if you come from a non-academic background, the foundation year will give you the tools to succeed and allow you to prepare for the more challenging modules. You deserve to explore, study and experience the things you love, and the foundation year did just that for me."

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Put theory into practice and boost your CV with access to over 70 species, laboratories, animal therapy and hydrotherapy centres, a new Equine and Animal Assisted Activities Area on a 360-hectare campus that provides an ideal environment.