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At University Centre Sparsholt, we have a strong and supportive student community, helping all of our learners feel at home. Hear our student stories about the UCS experience and discover how we can unlock your potential.

UCS has a personal and supportive learning environment. You feel like an individual rather than just another student in a crowded lecture hall.

Michael

BSc (Hons) Agriculture student

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If you are thinking about a career working with animals, from my personal experience Sparsholt is the perfect place to get you there. From the facilities to the lecturers, Sparsholt has helped me realise my ambitions.

Phil

BSc (Hons) Zoo Biology student

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Our lecturers are fabulous, they are always there to help and bring a wealth of knowledge to the university. I lived on site throughout my degree, which was the best experience.

Kacie

MSc Equine Behaviour, Performance and Training student

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Being a Sparsholt graduate gives
you connections to a wealth of
Sparsholt alumni, which can be
helpful when first trying to enter into your chosen sector or finding work experience placements.

Jensen

BSc (Hons) Aquaculture and Fishery Management graduate

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The support, structure, and
encouragement I have received at Sparsholt has been invaluable and has shown me that it really is possible to achieve your goals, whatever stage of life you are at.

Sue

Access to HE graduate and current UCS FdSc Veterinary Nursing Science student

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I can’t thank the staff at Sparsholt
and UCS enough – without their
passion, drive and support in the
formative days of my conservation career, I would not be where I am
today.

Tom

BSc (Hons) Wildlife Ecology and Conservation graduate

Read Tom’s Story