Our long-term client Hartpury officially opened their state-of-the-art Veterinary Nursing and Technical Skills Centre with chancellor Martin Clunes Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Rosie Scott-Ward, both delivering a heart-warming speech. Invitees were then given an interactive tour of the impressive facilities.
The Vitruvius Team are really proud to have been Project Lead to this New Build Educational Laboratory Facility. To Have carried out the Hartpury vision for a new state of the art Hub to update and modernise this area of the Hartpury Campus and support the vision of our client, Hartpury University and Hartpury College.
The building is built to a BREEAM certified standard, the sustainable elements include solar panels and EV charging points in the parking bays. The ground floor accommodates two laboratories with a shared preparation room and a flexible study space, the first floor houses a clinical skills centre to be used largely for teaching clinical skills with the use of specialist equipment. An individual tuition room, office areas for staff and administration are also provided within the building.
“We’re thrilled to launch this outstanding facility, which further strengthens our position as a leader in veterinary nursing education. Our students will benefit from an unparalleled learning experience, preparing them to meet the growing demands of the veterinary profession.
“I would like to take this opportunity to extend my heartfelt thanks to those who have helped bring this vision to life. A special thank you to The Garfield Weston Foundation, Neil Curwen, Burtons Medical Equipment Ltd, Barnwood, and Vitruvius, for their invaluable support. Their generosity, creativity and commitment has been instrumental in making this project a reality.
“A particular mention must also go to our veterinary nursing team led by Catherine Phillips, who play such a vital role in delivering our programmes. This facility will further enhance their teaching, providing a dedicated, controlled space where students can refine their clinical skills before applying them in real-world veterinary practice.”
Rosie Scott-Ward, Deputy Vice-Chancellor of Hartpury University
“Vitruvius are proud to have supported our long-term clients, Hartpury University and Hartpury College, as project lead from inception through to final delivery of this fantastic new facility.”
Mark Price,
MD of Vitruvius Management Services
“We’re incredibly proud to celebrate the opening of this state-of-the-art learning centre, a facility designed to empower individuals with the knowledge and training they need to thrive.
From the outset, the University’s goal has been to create an inspiring and high-quality learning environment that will serve as a catalyst for the personal and professional development of our veterinary nurses of the future. It’s fantastic to see this vision come to life and to have played our part in its delivery”.
Stuart Pearce, Joint Managing Director, Barnwood Limited
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