University of Hertfordshire
Hatfield, United Kingdom
University of Hertfordshire is a university in Hatfield, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom, ranked QS #851-900. Intakes: January, May and September.
The University of Hertfordshire is a public university based in Hatfield, Hertfordshire, just north of London. It welcomes international students on undergraduate, foundation and postgraduate taught programmes, with intakes in September and January.
- Over 300 courses across six Schools of Study available to international applicants
- Ranked 5th overall in the UK for Postgraduate Taught Experience (PTES 2024)
- The only UK university to receive the King's Award for Enterprise in 2024, and one of just 20 with University Enterprise Zone status
- 1st in the UK for Animation and Game Design (Guardian University Guide 2026) and 1st for teacher training (Daily Mail University Guide 2025)
- Top 5 in the UK for Social Work (Guardian University Guide 2026)
- Professional facilities including a full-size replica Crown Court and a £100 million physics, engineering and computer science building
- Two campuses in Hatfield — College Lane and de Havilland — less than 1 km apart with walking, cycling and shuttle bus links, close to London
- Most courses start in September, with a second January intake on selected courses
- Foundation programmes at Hertfordshire International College (on campus) and Pre-sessional English available
- Undergraduate international fee £17,450 (2026/27) with a £1,000 full payment discount
Frequently asked questions
Where is University of Hertfordshire located?
University of Hertfordshire is in Hatfield, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom.
What are the tuition fees at University of Hertfordshire?
Published fees at University of Hertfordshire: Undergraduate tuition (per year) £17,450; Postgraduate taught tuition (from, 1 year) £17,950. The exact annual fee depends on the course — check each course's page.
What English language score do I need for University of Hertfordshire?
The minimum is an IELTS overall score of 6. Accepted English tests include IELTS, TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Duolingo English Test, Cambridge English and LanguageCert Academic.
When are the intakes at University of Hertfordshire?
University of Hertfordshire runs intakes in January, May and September. The intake currently open for applications is January 2027.
Does University of Hertfordshire offer scholarships?
Yes. For example: Chancellor's International Scholarship (£500 – £4,000); Super Early Bird Payment Scholarship (£4,000 (one-off)); UG Tri Annual Scholarship (£2,000 off each year (up to £6,000)).
How do I apply to University of Hertfordshire?
The steps are: 1. Check the course entry requirements on the course page 2. Prepare transcripts, references, personal statement, passport and English test result 3. Submit your application with supporting documents 4. Receive your offer letter 5. Obtain an ATAS certificate if your course requires one 6. Upload any additional documents requested 7. Pay the deposit and move to the CAS stage 8. Note: recruitment from Bangladesh for undergraduate and selected Management courses has been reported as restricted for 2026/27 — confirm with the university before applying