Fees and funding
There are two main costs for you to consider if you plan to study at university:
- tuition fees
- living costs
Tuition fees
In common with other UK universities, the University of Hertfordshire charges tuition fees for undergraduate and postgraduate study.
There are separate fees for:
- undergraduate UK and EU students
- postgraduate UK and EU students
- research degree students
- International students
Other study costs
You can’t do much studying without books, so you will be expected to buy some during your course. How many varies from course to course.
If you budget for £300 that should cover it. To help, you will find plenty of course notes in our online study environment, StudyNet.
Again, depending on your course, you may need to buy specialist equipment such as art supplies or laboratory overalls, or contribute to a field trip.
When you apply, remember to ask if there are any extra study costs associated with your course.
Financial support
We believe a lack of money shouldn’t be a barrier to educational success and future prosperity. That is why, alongside government grants and loans, the University of Hertfordshire offers generous:
- bursaries to those who need them most
- scholarships to high achievers
Remember to look for these when you are checking the fee for your course.
Other financial support such as grants and student loans is also available.
Living costs
This varies hugely depending on your lifestyle. You will need to estimate how much you are likely to spend on things like:
- accommodation fees
- money for bills if you are in private lodgings
- food
- nights out
- travel costs
- clothes
- etc
We estimate you will need about £120-£130 a week in your First Year, which is likely to increase in the following years.
It is worth remembering that the cost of living can rise significantly each year depending on inflation.
Accommodation
University residencies, also known as halls of residence, are available for eligible first year students.
We have student accommodation on campus to suit every budget.
Off campus accommodation is also available in Hatfield and the surrounding area.
Private rented properties
£69 to £92 per week plus bills is a usual cost for a room in a shared house.
Lodgings - approximate costs
£80 a week – seven days full-board
£65 a week – seven days self-catering
Plan your budget
You can make your money go further at university by following a few basic finance tips.
Course fees will increase each year in line with Government guidelines. The University reserves the right, at its discretion, to make amendments to the fees and funding information shown on this website.
