Parents' guide to university

At the University of Hertfordshire, your child will have every opportunity to develop and reach their full potential.

University can allow your child to spread their wings, expand their interests and gain qualifications that lead to an interesting and rewarding career.

As a parent, you may have lots of questions about our University and the reasons for your child choosing to come here. We hope the information here will provide you with the knowledge and reassurance that your child is making the right choice.

There is a great deal of information on our website, but here we aim to pull together the key information that you as a parent may want to know.

Before your child attends university

There are many reasons why the University of Hertfordshire would be a good choice for your child....

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Confirmed place

What are the next steps when your child has a confirmed place at the University of Hertfordshire?...

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While your child is attending university

Advice on how to keep in touch and support your child while they are at university....

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Support for children attending University with a disability

Worried about your child leaving home for university if they have a disability? Find out about student support....

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About Hatfield

Hatfield has excellent train and bus connections. London is only a 20 minute train ride away, with access to all that the capital has to offer....

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Glossary of university terms

Find out what the terms used at university really mean....

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