University of Hertfordshire rises in Daily Mail University Guide 2026 rankings

The comprehensive guide ranks over 130 UK universities using a broad set of indicators including teaching quality, graduate outcomes, and student support.

Hertfordshire’s new position reinforces its reputation as one of the country’s top modern universities, while reflecting its continued commitment to academic excellence, career-focused education, and inclusive student support.

Notable highlights include:

• 1^st in the UK for Counselling, Psychotherapy and Occupational Therapy (out of 45 institutions)

• 2nd for Teacher Training (out of 53 institutions)

• 2nd for Nutrition and Dietetics (out of 24 institutions)

• Top 10 for Health Science (7 out of 48); Pharmacy and Nursing & Midwifery (8 out of 83); Physiotherapy (8 out of 44)

The University also ranked 25^th for its student experience and 42^nd for its student support, reflecting its commitment to creating a vibrant and supportive learning environment. Graduate salary outcomes were also strong, with Hertfordshire placed 37^th.

Vice-Chancellor of the University of Hertfordshire,  Professor Anthony Woodman, said:

“These results are a testament to the incredible dedication of our staff and students. As a university committed to delivering career-focused education in a supportive and inclusive environment, we’re particularly proud to be recognised for our strengths in student support and graduate outcomes. 

“Our subject-level successes then highlight the relevance of our teaching and its alignment with real-world needs. Ultimately, this continued rise in the rankings reinforces our dedication to excellence and to equipping students with the skills and confidence to thrive.”

The Daily Mail University Guide is known for its student-focused approach, combining data from the National Student Survey, Graduate Outcomes Survey, and HESA to provide a comprehensive view of university performance. See the full Daily Mail University Guide 2026.

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