Career Defining

If you’ve made an application for a course that doesn’t need an interview or portfolio of work, and submitted all the relevant information needed, you will usually hear back from us with a decision in 10 working days. If we request any further information, we will provide an update within ten working days of receiving the information.

If you’ve applied to a course that requires an interview/portfolio, we’ll contact you within 10 working days of applying to confirm your next steps (either arranging an interview or requesting your portfolio). After your interview or portfolio review, you’ll hear back from us with a decision within ten working days of your interview date/ portfolio submission.

At the University of Hertfordshire, students who undertake a placement year, also known as a sandwich year, are required to pay a reduced tuition fee. For the academic year 2024/2025, the fee for a placement year is £1,200 for Home/EU students and £1,580 for international students.

This fee structure is designed to support students in gaining valuable work experience without the financial burden of a full year's tuition.

If you want to find out more about what it’s like studying at Herts, you can always message our current students who will be happy to share their experiences with you.

If you need to discuss anything more specific, please contact our friendly team.

The University of Hertfordshire boasts state-of-the-art sports facilities, including a fully equipped gym, an indoor swimming pool, versatile sports halls, and various outdoor pitches.

For more details on how these facilities can enhance your student experience, visit the sports and physical activity page.

These are alternative routes which lead to a bachelor’s degree. They have lower entry requirements and are taught at one of our partner colleges.

A foundation degree is a standalone two-year qualification, following which you can enter the final year of a bachelor’s degree at Herts (depending on your grades).

An extended degree includes an initial year taught at a partner college, following which you can progress onto the first year of a bachelor’s degree at Herts.

Campus life at the University of Hertfordshire is vibrant and engaging, with modern facilities, diverse social spaces, and a wide range of activities. With students from over 140 countries, the University offers a multicultural environment that enriches learning and interaction. Students can join various clubs, sports, and events organised by the Students' Union. For more details, visit the student life page.

Mental health support is available through counselling services and other resources. More information is available on the mental health support page.