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• Only university to win a King's Award for Enterprise in 2024.
• Awarded Silver in the National Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF 2023).
• Rated 5 Stars (Excellent) by QS Stars.
• Member of University Alliance, a group of leading professional and technical UK universities.
• Best Event Experience for Festival of Ideas 2024 (Heist Awards 2025).
• Our alumni podcast, Powered By Herts, won a CASE (Council for Advancement and Support of Education) Best of Europe Region Award 2025 for the Podcasts (Occasional) category.
• Accredited with the prestigious Small Business Charter (SBC), recognition for our outstanding support of SMEs, entrepreneurs and local economic growth.
• The University’s Business School was honoured as the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) Higher Education Partner of the Year at the 2024 CMI Awards of Excellence.

Complete University Guide 2027

• 1st for Medical Technology and Bioengineering in the East of England (14th in the UK).
• 1st for Optometry, Ophthalmics and Orthoptics in the East of England (11th in the UK).
• 2nd for Civil Engineering in the East of England.
• 2nd for Electrical and Electronic Engineering in the East of England.
• 2nd for Communication and Media Studies in the East of England.
• 2nd for Marketing in the East of England.
• 2nd for Mathematics in the East of England.
• 2nd for Mechanical Engineering in the East of England.
• 2nd for Nursing and Midwifery in the East of England.
• 2nd for Paramedic Science in the East of England (12th in the UK).
• 2nd for Physiotherapy in the East of England (16th in the UK).
• 2nd for Tourism, Transport, Travel and Heritage Studies in the East of England.
• 3rd for Accounting and Finance in the East of England.
• 3rd for Architecture in the East of England.
• 3rd for Art and Design in the East of England.
• 3rd for Biological Sciences in the East of England.
• 3rd for Business and Management Studies in the East of England.
• 3rd for Computer Science in the East of England.
• 3rd for English in the East of England.
• 3rd for Law in the East of England.
• 3rd for Music in the East of England.
• 3rd for Social Work in the East of England.
• 3rd for Sports Science in the East of England.
• 4th for Biomedical Sciences in the East of England.
• 4th for Education in the East of England.
• 4th for Psychology in the East of England.
• 5th for Food Science in the UK.
• 7th for Information Technology and Systems in the UK.

Guardian University Guide

• 1st for Animation and Game Design in the UK (2026)​.
• 2nd for Mental Health Nursing in the UK (2025).
• 4th in the UK for Physiotherapy (2026).
• 5th in the UK for Social Work (2026).
• 9th in the UK for Health Professions (2026).
• 9th in the UK for Nutrition and Food Science (2026).
• 10th in the UK for Children’s Nursing (2026).
• 10th in the UK for Paramedic Science (2026).
• 10th in the UK for Midwifery (2026).

Other league tables

• 1st for Best Creative School in the UK and the only UK university to make the global top 30 (The Rookies Top Global Creative Schools 2025)​.
• 2nd for Geography in the UK (Daily Mail University Guide 2026)​.
• 7th in the UK for Food Science (The Times and Sunday Times 2026).
• Winners of the Innovative Teaching: Team Award (TIGA 2025).
• 7th in the world for Best Design Education Institution (World Brand Design Society 2023/24).
• Formula Student Team are ranked 3^rd in the UK (IMECHE 2024).
• Most Impactful University (The International Education Africa Awards (TINE) 2023).

• Nearly 34,000, of which over 19,000 are international students from over 110 countries.
• 14,000 graduates late year (2025).
• 9,800 students study a Herts degree overseas each year.
• Global network of over 270,000 alumni.

Postgraduate research experience survey (PRES)

The Postgraduate Research Experience Survey (PRES) is the only UK higher education sector-wide survey that gains insight from postgraduate research students about their learning experience. The survey focuses on nine core areas: supervision, resources, research culture, community, progression, responsibilities, support, research skills and professional development; plus overall satisfaction.

• 82% overall satisfaction in postgraduate research degrees (PRES 2025).

Research Excellence Framework (REF)

• Top 25% of UK universities for research impact (REF 2021)​.
• 90% of our research impact was classified as outstanding (4*) or very considerable (3*) (REF 2021)​.
• Top 25% nationally for Business and Management Studies research impact (REF 2021).
• Psychology ranked joint first nationally for Research Impact, obtaining 100% outstanding rating (REF 2021).

National Student Survey (NSS)

The National Student Survey (NSS) is an annual national survey of all final year undergraduate students which asks a series of questions within the themes Teaching on my course, Learning Opportunities, Assessment and feedback, Organisation and management, Learning resources and Student voice. The full results are available on the OfS website and they contribute to university league tables.

• 14th in the UK for student satisfaction (National Student Survey, NSS 2026).
• 1st in the East of England for student positivity (National Student Survey 2026).

Postgraduate taught experience survey (PTES)

• 8th in the UK for postgraduate student satisfaction (PTES 2025).

High-quality facilities and investment

• 6th in the UK for facilities (Whatuni Student Choice Awards, 2025).
• From 2023 to 2033, we are investing over £250 million in cutting-edge facilities to further enhance our campus experience.

Accredited by professional bodies

Nearly all of our programmes are recognised by professional bodies. Our academic schools work with many government agencies, professional bodies, trade groups and network associations within Hertfordshire and nationally. Accreditations for each course are displayed on the course webpage.

Launching start-ups

Helped launch 337 student/graduate start-ups in the past five years (Powering Impact Report, 2023).

Transnational Education (TNE)

Over 30 years experience offering Transnational Education and we work with 152 study abroad partners and 18 active TNE partners.

On-campus accommodation has a range of benefits including:

• all utility bills, contents insurance and Wi-Fi included;
• TV licence included in communal area;
• 24/7 support;
• no need for a UK guarantor;
• lectures within walking distance - no commute cost to on-campus classes;
• option to live with friends - indicate this in the accommodation application form;
• option to live in dedicated postgraduate area on de Havilland.

We also have a dedicated Accommodation Sales Manager, Pru Njanji to assist with applicant queries. Applicants can contact Pru directly:

T +44 1707 284 289
M +44 7889652495 
accommodationsales@herts.ac.uk

Applicants who wish to live off campus must live within easy commute to the University. They must live within 30 miles or a two hour commute, and be able to get to campus and back in case of early morning or later evening lectures.

Ensure they have researched the commute times and costs, looking a public transport such as Unobus and National Rail.

They should also use PAL accredited landlords to ensure the property is in a suitable condition, matches the images online and that any deposit is held securely.

Whether it’s through learning, teaching, or business and research partnerships, the University of Hertfordshire transforms bold ambition into impactful achievements. Located in the town of Hatfield, which is just 25 minutes by train from London's King's Cross station, our students benefit from campus life within easy reach of the UK capital.

Our thriving community of nearly 34,000 students from over 110 countries, benefit from high-quality teaching delivered by experts engaged in cutting-edge research. With over 700 career-focused degrees, strong industry connections, industry-standard facilities, and opportunities to study at over 170 universities worldwide, our teaching and research respond to real-world challenges through partnerships with key employers, professional bodies, and government.

Ranked a Top 50 University in the Guardian University Guide 2026, we deliver high-quality education and outstanding student experience. We collaborate to drive great opportunities that lead to positive outcomes regionally, nationally, globally - from Herts to the world.

Whether it’s through learning, teaching, or business and research partnerships, the University of Hertfordshire transforms bold ambition into impactful achievements. Located in the town of Hatfield, which is just 25 minutes by train from London's King's Cross station, our students benefit from campus life within easy reach of the UK capital.

For more than 70 years, Herts has been an innovative educational force. From our start in training aerospace engineers for Britain’s aviation industry to our extensive offering today, our focus has always been on understanding what employers want, and today, our vision remains unchanged.

We are a modern, dynamic, and enterprising University, and an anchor institution in the region, supporting its growth as a top destination for a range of industries and professions.

Our vibrant community of nearly 34,000 students from over 110 countries, benefit from high-quality teaching delivered by experts engaged in cutting-edge research. We offer more than 300 career-focused degrees to international applicants, strong industry connections, industry standard facilities and opportunities to study at more than 170 universities worldwide, to prepare our students to succeed in a competitive global market.

We are proud to be ranked a Top 50 University in the Guardian University Guide 2026, recognition that reflects our commitment to delivering high-quality, career-focused education and an outstanding student experience.

We are a university that champions progress. We empower social mobility and cultivate the leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs of tomorrow.

Through partnerships with key employers, professional bodies, and government, we ensure our teaching and research responds to real-world challenges. We collaborate to drive great opportunities that lead to positive outcomes regionally, nationally, globally; from Herts to the world.

Herts. Beats Faster.

We can offer an extensive library of photos for international agents. We have set up a Flickr page with high quality images available to download. Each image comes with a relevant description which will support you in using them online, in print and on social media.

We'll work to update this gallery regularly and update with the latest imagery to showcase the University.

Access our Flickr Gallery

If you would like to use our logo, please contact your Regional Manager or In Country Representative who can provide the file and guidelines regarding logo useage.

The University of Hertfordshire has it's own social media channels.

• Facebook
• Instagram @UniofHerts
• TikTok @UniofHerts
• X @UniofHerts
• BlueSky
• YouTube
• LinkedIn

The International Office also has it's own social media channels. Please follow us and remember to tag us in any content you post.

• Facebook
• X @UniofHertsINTL
• Instagram @UniofHertsINTL
• YouTube
• Weibo
• WeChat - HertsACUK
• RED - uniofherts

Hashtags

If you wish to post about the University of Hertfordshire on your social channels, you can also use appropriate hashtags like:

• #UniofHerts
• #GoHerts
• #Herts
• #UniversityofHertfordshire

Maintaining professional knowledge and professional service; and acting diligently; Transparency: declaring conflicts of interest to all clients, especially when service fees are charged to both the education provider and the prospective student.

Respecting and preserving the confidentiality of personal information, and not releasing such information to third parties without proper authority in-line with Uk data protection legislation.

Being straightforward and honest in all professional and business dealings.

Not allowing professional judgement to be compromised by bias or conflict of interest.

Acting in accordant with relevant laws and regulations and dealing with clients competently, diligently and fairly.

Acting in a manner that will serve the best interests of clients and the wider society even at the expense of self-interest; recognising that dedication to these principles is the means by which the profession can earn the trust and confidence of stakeholder groups (individual clients, the public, business and government).

you should conduct yourself with due regard to the regulatory conditions in the market(s) in which you operate as well as complying with all applicable national laws, regulations and official policies.

You should act with integrity and in a manner that reflects positively on the image of the profession, partner providers and of the UK education sector as a reliable and trustworthy provider of high-qualify education and training.

You promote yourself and your partner providers fairly and without recourse to unfavourable or negative comparisons with other providers, or otherwise employ unfair or unprofessional practice to damage the interests of other providers.

You are honest in communicating information about yourselves, your partner providers and your student clients in published, oral or in any other form.

You should provide accurate advice and guidance tailored to the student clients' needs, wants and capabilities.

You shall not knowingly or by a failure of professional standards provide or disseminate false, incomplete or misleading information.

You advocate for qualified students in their desire to gain admission to recognised, accredited and contracted providers.

You act in the best interests of student clients as well as the partner providers and offer advice, counselling and information to students,  and where appropriate their parents, in a manner consistent wit this Code.

You shall maintain your staff and service delivery partner knowledge of the UK and of your partner providers, and the skills associated with delivering professional practice with high degree of competence.