UNIVERSITY PREPARES STUDENTS FOR SUCCESS IN THEIR FUTURE CAREERS AFTER GRADUATION BY DEVELOPING REAL-WORLD SKILLS FROM DAY ONE.

Harper Adams University shares some top tips for choosing a university.

• Get the facts: Don’t rule anywhere out based on what you think you know. Universities change. Courses change. Student life changes. Harper Adams University is a prime example – many people remember it as a farming college but it’s so much more these days. Now one of the UK’s best universities for graduate employability, today’s Harper Adams delivers degrees in animal sciences, business, data science, engineering, the environment, food innovation, land management, veterinary professions, robotics, zoology and more – as well as cutting-edge agricultural degrees. Find out more at harper.ac.uk/harpernext.
  
• Follow your passion – but also consider where a degree will take you. At Harper Adams, we prepare our students for success in their careers after graduation by developing real-world skills from day one. Industry projects, industry scholarships, placement years, expansive employer networks and ongoing career support are behind our position as the Number 1 University for Career Prospects for nine years running (Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2016 to 2025).
  
• Not sure what you want to do? Investigate where the national skills shortages are – then look into degrees that could put you in high demand when you graduate! The food product development industry is crying out for new talent – could you develop new food products that will fly off supermarket shelves – and have a global career while doing so? In response to the UK’s Digital Skills Gap, nearly half of businesses are actively searching for digital talent. That’s why Harper Adams has launched degrees in data science, robotics and digital business in Telford. And those are just two examples!
  
• Another possibility if you are unsure on your future path is to choose something broad that keeps your options open. Business is a great choice here – at Harper Adams you can choose a degree in broad business management, or choose to specialise in digital business, agri-business or food business. What’s more, our business graduate employment rate is an amazing 100%.
  
• Don’t want to stray too far from home? We’ve got your back. With our Telford courses running close to the bus and railway stations, many Midlands students will be able to get a high-quality higher education in Telford and still get home in time for tea. Perfect!
  
• Visit them! Finally – make sure you visit any universities or colleges you are considering. Get your feet on the ground, speak to students and staff, ask any burning questions – you’ll soon know if it feels right for you. Harper Adams offers a full calendar of events – open days, course experience days and even a two-day immersive residential for 16- and 17-year-olds.
  

Our new courses in central Telford will give you the digital skills you need to level up. Opened in 2024, Harper Adams University, Telford, is our new base for digital skills and innovation, future-focused learning and business collaboration. Located in The Quad at the heart of the town centre, this space offers a fresh approach to undergraduate study, with degrees in technology, data science, automation, robotics, digital business, and engineering, designed for creative thinkers, problem-solvers, and career-focused learners.

The new hub connects students and employers through real-world projects, work-based learning, and skills development, helping businesses grow their digital capabilities and helping students prepare for a fast-changing world. Find out more at harper.ac.uk/telfordnext.