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Application guide

There are different ways to apply for a course at the University of Hertfordshire.

How and where you apply will depend on the course you choose.

Please read the application instructions for your course type and degree level:

  • Undergraduate courses
  • Postgraduate courses
  • Research degrees
  • Continuing professional development (CPD)
  • Online distance learning
  • Admissions policy

International (non EU) students should refer to the 'Applying to the University and your UK visa' section on this website.

At Herts we recognise the hard work and dedication you will have put into your pre-university studies. The current pandemic doesn’t alter that. We look at all applications to our courses on merit and all qualifications are considered alongside the context in which they are achieved. We have taken a flexible approach, so we may still be able to confirm your place even if your results were lower than expected.  If are unable to confirm your place and you have decided to appeal your calculated A level grades with the English, Welsh or Northern Irish exam boards please do let us know as soon as possible by emailing results@herts.ac.uk We will aim to hold open as many of our courses until 7 September to allow that appeals process to take place. If you have any other questions regarding an existing application you can email ask@herts.ac.uk

Campus based

Undergraduate courses

How to apply for an undergraduate course

UCAS has extended the 15 January 'equal consideration' deadline to 18.00 on 29 January, however, is advising students to not leave your application to the last minute and still submit as soon as you are able.

Course type Where to apply
Full-timeApply via UCAS or UCAS extra
Part-timeApply directly to the University
Shortened Midwifery
BSc or BSc (Hons)		Apply directly to the University
Nursing (Work Based) BSc (Hons)Apply directly to the University
PGCE teacher training - primary and
secondary courses		Apply via the UCAS Teacher Training website (formally Graduate Teacher Training Registry)

If you receive decisions from the five universities or colleges on your initial application and don't get accepted, or if you choose to decline the offers, you will be eligible to apply via UCAS extra. UCAS extra is open from 25 February 2021 to 4 July 2021, for more information about how UCAS extra works and to find out if you are eligible, please visit the UCAS website.

Postgraduate courses

How to apply for a postgraduate course

Course type Where to apply
Full-time

Use the 'Apply online' link on the web page for your course of interest or see contact details.

Part-time
Doctorate in Clinical PsychologyApply via the National Clearing House for Postgraduate Courses in Clinical Psychology

Extended degrees and Foundation degrees

How to apply for an Extended degree or a Foundation degree course

Course type Where to apply
Full-timeApply via UCAS or UCAS extra
Part-timeApply directly to the University (Foundation degrees only)

Research degrees

How to apply for a research degree

Area of research BEFORE you apply Where to apply
Food
Global Economy
Health and Wellbeing
Heritage, Cultures and Communities
Information and Security
Space		Find out more about our research Apply directly to the University

Continuing professional development (CPD)

How to apply for a CPD course

Course type How and where to apply
Health CPDApply via the CPD Health website
Life and Medical Sciences CPD

Modules:
Apply directly to the University

Short courses (accredited and non-accredited):
Download the LMS short course application form
Email your completed application form to lms-cpd@herts.ac.uk

Online distance learning

How to apply for an online distance learning course

Subject area How and where to apply
Business
Computer Science
Creative Arts
Engineering
Health
Humanities
Life and Medical Sciences		Apply directly
Life and Medical Sciences CPD See Continuing Professional Development above

If asked to apply directly to the University

The application form

Download our application form or, for some courses, apply online directly from the course web page.

  • Download the direct application form (PDF - 0.25 Mb)
    Please note: You must download the application form to your computer before you complete it. If you complete the form in the browser window, the information you have entered may be lost when the form is saved.

Where to send a direct application

When you have completed your pdf application form, please send it to:

Direct applications for Send your application form to
Foundation degrees

admppc@herts.ac.uk

University of Hertfordshire
Student Centre
Hatfield
Hertfordshire
AL10 9AB
UK

Undergraduate courses
Postgraduate courses
Research degreesdoctoralcollegeadmissions@herts.ac.uk
CPD - Life and Medical Sciences moduleslms-cpd@herts.ac.uk
Degree Apprenticeshipsdegree-apprenticeships@herts.ac.uk
  • Admissions policy

    Find out how to request a review or make a complaint in regard to admissions.

    We are committed to providing transparent information to our potential applicants to assist them when they are deciding which programme to study.

    The information published on our transparency page shows:

    • The number of applications for admission on to recognised, undergraduate higher education courses that we have received from UK domiciled applicants.
    • The number of offers we have made in relation to those applications.
    • The number of those offers accepted and the number of those who have registered with us.
    • The number of students who attained a particular degree or other academic award, or a particular level of such an award, on completion of their course with us.
    It also shows these numbers by reference to:
    • The gender of the individuals to which they relate
    • Their ethnicity
    • Their socio-economic background.

    You can read the University's admission policy in full within our Governance section.

  • Under 18 at the time of registration

    In some cases, students who are applying to study with us may not have reached the age of 18 years at the time of registration. Although we recognise that all students expect to receive the educational service that they are paying for, students under the age of 18 will not legally have reached the age of adulthood in the UK and so they will still be subject to certain rules and requirements that apply to those under the age of 18 (for example, in relation to safeguarding). This may have an impact on how the University delivers its programmes: for example, it may present challenges for the University in securing an appropriate range and scope of practice placements, which might cause delays to the programme of study or have financial implications for those under 18. The University will take all reasonable steps to seek to minimise any disruption to study arising from this.  Should you have any concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us to discuss your options.

  • Student transfer arrangements

    We understand that sometimes a student changes their mind, or their circumstances change which means they wish to change their choice of degree or Higher Education Provider.  If this applies to you, we are fully committed to supporting you through this process.

    You can find out more about the student transfer arrangements on this page.