Admissions policies
The policies outline the principles that guide our decisions, your responsibilities as an applicant, and the information you’ll receive in your offer package. These policies also cover registration declarations, student protection plans and other key documents that apply before and during your studies. We encourage you to read this information carefully so you understand your rights, responsibilities and options before committing to join us.
Undergraduate and postgraduate admissions policies
Understand how applications are assessed, how offers are made, and the policies that apply to undergraduate and postgraduate study at Herts.
Registration declarations
Access the terms and conditions you’ll be asked to agree to when registering as a student, including your rights, responsibilities, and what is expected of you while you are studying with us.
Student protection plans
Find out how the University safeguards your interests if unexpected changes affect your course, helping to ensure continuity and support throughout your studies.
Key facts documents
View essential course information, including fees, duration, learning outcomes and assessment methods, to help you make informed decisions before accepting an offer.
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2026 - 2027
Key facts document
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2025 - 2026
Key facts document
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2024 - 2025
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2023 - 2024
Key facts document
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2022 - 2023
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2021 - 2022
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2020 - 2021
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2019 - 2020
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2018 - 2019
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2017 - 2018
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2016 - 2017
Key facts document
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Codes of practice
Explore the codes and standards that guide how the University operates, ensuring fairness, transparency and consistency across admissions and student experience.
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2023 - 2024
Codes of Practice for entry
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2022 - 2023
Codes of Practice for entry
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2021 - 2022
Codes of Practice for entry
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2020 - 2021
Codes of Practice for entry
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2019 - 2020
Codes of Practice for entry
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2018 - 2019
Codes of Practice for entry
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2017 - 2018
Codes of Practice for entry
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2016 - 2017
Codes of Practice for entry
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More information
Access additional guidance on important admissions related topics, including disclosures, transparency, complaints processes and fees. These pages provide clear information to help you understand your options, rights and responsibilities before and during your application.
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Criminal convictions
Discover how disclosures are considered and the support available during the application process.
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Transparency information
Access information on how decisions are made and the data we publish for transparency.
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Request a review or make a complaint
Learn how to request a review or make a complaint if you feel something wasn't handled as expected.
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Fees and funding policies
Understand our policies on fees, funding and financial responsibilities before you apply.