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University of Hertfordshire

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University of Hertfordshire: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    The University of Hertfordshire is a public university in the United Kingdom, based primarily in Hatfield. It suits students who want a UK public university and are comparing options in a large university sector.

  2. What you can study

    The university is a public research university based primarily in Hatfield, Hertfordshire. A programme list is not published in the information available, so check the university website for the current subject areas and course catalogue.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should apply through the university’s official admissions process and check the entry requirements for their chosen course on the website. Confirm the current documents, deadlines, and any country-specific requirements directly with admissions before applying.

  4. What it costs

    A tuition fee is not published in the information available, so confirm the current international rate with the university’s admissions office. Living costs in the UK will depend on accommodation, transport, and daily spending in Hertfordshire.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The university is in the United Kingdom and is based primarily in Hatfield. Check the language of instruction, visa requirements, entry qualifications, accommodation options, and any course-specific conditions on the official website before you apply.

  6. How it compares

    There are 193 universities in the United Kingdom, so Hertfordshire sits in a crowded national market. Its main distinguishing points are that it is public, research-focused, and based primarily in Hatfield, which may suit applicants looking for a post-1992 UK university.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them β€” always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about University of Hertfordshire

What type of university is the University of Hertfordshire?

It is a public university in the United Kingdom.

Where is the University of Hertfordshire based?

It is based primarily in Hatfield, Hertfordshire.

Does the university publish a tuition fee for international students?

A tuition fee is not published in the information available; confirm the current international fee with the admissions office.

How many universities are there in the United Kingdom in total?

There are 193 universities in the United Kingdom.

Overview

The University of Hertfordshire (UH) is a public research university in Hertfordshire, United Kingdom. It is based primarily in Hatfield, Hertfordshire. Its antecedent institution, Hatfield Technical College, was founded in 1948 and was identified as one of 25 Colleges of Technology in the United Kingdom in 1959. In 1992, Hatfield Polytechnic was granted university status by the British government and subsequently renamed the University of Hertfordshire. It is one of the post-1992 universities.

Programs at University of Hertfordshire

19 programs across 2 study levels.

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's Degree Professional Accounting & Finance

Accounting and Finance

University of Hertfordshire

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Arts, Design & Architecture

Architecture

University of Hertfordshire

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Arts, Design & Architecture

Art, Design and Fashion

University of Hertfordshire

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Life Sciences

Biological Sciences

University of Hertfordshire

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Business & Management

Business

University of Hertfordshire

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Computer Science & IT

Computer Science

University of Hertfordshire

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Education

Education and Teaching

University of Hertfordshire

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Agriculture & Environment

Geography and Environment

University of Hertfordshire

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Law

Law and Criminology

University of Hertfordshire

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Media & Communication

Media

University of Hertfordshire

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Psychology

University of Hertfordshire

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Sports & Recreation

Sport

University of Hertfordshire

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time

Professional

Professional Medicine & Health Sciences

Medicine

University of Hertfordshire

⏱ 3–4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

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Indicative living cost

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Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for United Kingdom.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance β€” verify with official sources before applying.

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