37th in the Guardian University Guide
Our best league table position yet. And we're just getting started.
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14th in the UK for student satisfaction
We achieved above average results in the National Student Survey 2026, reflecting rising student satisfaction.
91% of undergraduates in work/study
91% of undergraduates in employment or further study (Graduate Outcomes Survey, 2026).
Top 25% of all universities for research impact
Recognised for research that shapes policy, improves lives, drives innovation and enriches society (REF 2021).
6th in the UK for facilities
Voted for by students in the 2025 Whatuni Student Choice Awards.
Above. Beyond.
As a modern, dynamic, and enterprising University, excellence in academia, ideas, and innovation is just the beginning. We put our students first, working with employers, professional bodies, and government to deliver career-focused education. Our teaching and research tackle real-world challenges and create meaningful impact. Whether you’re a student, academic, or business, we’ll help you take your ideas further.
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Herts Deputy Vice-Chancellor awarded British Academy of Management Fellowship
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Author alumna behind multi-million-selling Isadora Moon series awarded honorary doctorate
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“I was the first person in my family to go to university: representation matters to students.”
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Triple MOBO winner, bestselling author and rugby trailblazer among Herts alumni to receive honorary doctorates
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University-backed climate innovation programme shortlisted for prestigious national award
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'Empty nest’ can trigger loneliness and loss in older parents, study finds
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The countdown begins: Two weeks until Hertfordshire Medical School welcomes its first cohort of medical students
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University research prompts Parliamentary roundtable to drive action on antimicrobial resistance
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Herts graduate finally finishes musical journey 30 years in the making
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University of Hertfordshire 37th university in the UK