The University of Hertfordshire is a modern, employability focused institution located just 25 minutes north of Central London with a direct link to London’s King’s Cross Station. The University holds the prestigious Gold Teaching Excellence Framework award which showcases the quality of teaching and commitment to the overall student experience of both the domestic and overseas students.
STUDY AT THE UNIVERSITY OF HERTFORDSHIRE
With over 300 courses available to international students, across seven Schools of Study, you can find a programme to progress your career goals. They offer a wide range of facilities to allow their students to engage with learning in ways that offer so much more than just lectures in a classroom. From the mock law court, specialist laboratories, Clinical Simulation Centre and more, many of the courses also have a placement option, giving you that hands-on experience to make you stand out from the crowd.
HISTORY OF THE UNIVERSITY OF HERTFORDSHIRE
The university has come a long way since the founding in 1952 as a Technical College, on land donated by the then Chairman of the de Havilland Aircraft company, AS Butler. Many of the earliest courses were directly related to industry, with an emphasis on mechanical and aeronautical engineering and the natural sciences.
Those firm foundations led swiftly to their expansion, first into a Polytechnic before achieving our full University status in 1992. The legacy of their history can still be felt across the de Havilland Campus, with many of the original de Havilland Airfield landmarks, such as the beacon and the de Havilland Goblin engine, remaining prominent on-site and continuing to define the character of the University.
SPECIALIST AREAS AT THE UNIVERSITY OF HERTFORDSHIRE
Whether you're a student, employee, or a business they work with, this is an amazing time to be part of the University of Hertfordshire. Their commitment to invest in their campuses is visible across the estate.
In the last few years, the university has opened their new Institute of Sport, Enterprise Hub building, lecture theatre space, and a new bar and nightclub, as well as a light and sound stage. They have also installed one of the largest telescopes available to undergraduate and postgraduate students in the UK, at the Observatory.
They are proud to have created inspiring, cutting-edge spaces and won’t stop there; the construction of a new state of the art home for our School of Physics, Engineering and Computer Science started in 2022.
LIFE ON CAMPUS
The 125 acre green campus is in Hatfield, Hertfordshire, which is 25 minutes by train to Central London, giving you easy access to the UK capital with a supportive campus base to call your home. The campus has everything you need to settle into student life, from 24/7 Learning Resources Centres to allow you to conduct private study at a time that suits you, on campus accommodation so you can save time and money on commuting, a wealth of support services and clubs to help you keep active and make friends outside of class.
STUDENT SUPPORT AT THE UNIVERSITY OF HERTFORDSHIRE
At the University of Hertfordshire, they want to make sure your time studying with them is as stress-free and rewarding as possible.
They offer a range of support services, from childcare to counselling, ensuring that you make the most of your time at Herts and can focus on studying, having fun, and have the support you need.
THE UNIVERSITY OF HERTFORDSHIRE FACILITIES
At Herts you’ll find a vast range of facilities for hire; from supported, specialist technology and engineering laboratories to authentic, full-scale courtroom with public gallery, and creative suites and sports & training facilities. They’ve got it all covered.
SPORTS AND SOCIETIES AT THE UNIVERSITY OF HERTFORDSHIRE
At Herts, they believe sport and physical activity should be accessible to all. Whether you are going for gold or playing for fun, they have the resources, support and clubs for you.
The state-of-the-art facilities give you excellent places to train and enable us to provide sports services, such as injury management, to all of their students.
From their premier league winning performance sport teams, to Active Students, which gives everyone a chance to get involved with physical activity, there is always a way to take part, get healthier and make new friends. Find out more about our HertSquad programme.
ACCOMMODATION AT THE UNIVERSITY OF HERTFORDSHIRE
Living on campus
Living on-campus in the halls of residence is highly encouraged, especially if it is your first time at Herts.
- Utility bills, WI-FI and contents insurance included
- 24/7 support - help is close by if you accidentally lock yourself out of your room in the early hours
- No need for a UK guarantor
- Easy access to your lectures and on campus facilities
- Option to live with friends
- Dedicated postgraduate area on de Havilland
- NCA Accommodation assured
If you have a room offer secured but then can't join us for that intake due to not meeting all your academic conditions, or similar, you will not be held to your on-campus accommodation contract.
On campus accommodation options
There are a range of accommodation options to choose from, such as en-suite, townhouses and studios! You can specify your preference when you fill in your accommodation application and choose the privacy level that's right for you.
INTERNATIONAL FOCUS
The university has a community of over 36,000 students from 140 countries, and 170 partner Universities worldwide. They pride themselves on inclusion and the diversity of their campus. Herts is the only university to be awarded a King’s Award for Enterprise this year, recognition for how it has grown its international community, and an extensive overseas partner network delivering the University's education.
INDUSTRY CONNECTIONS
They're there to help entrepreneurs and start-ups innovate and grow.
At Herts they power early-stage businesses with flexible and equipped working spaces, access to their experts and a supportive peer network of like-minded professionals. They've supported over 130 businesses since the incubator was established in 2018 and they're ready to support your business today.
The Enterprise Hub
The designated business incubator co-working space has recently moved into the new Enterprise Hub on de Havilland campus, just a 20-minute train journey from London. Work in a modern, fully equipped space, with the flexibility to come and go as you please. Meeting rooms are available for members to use for both internal and client meetings, whilst Café Ambition welcomes you with a fully stocked bar and a range of delicious menu options.
STUDY ABROAD OPPORTUNITIES AND INTERNSHIPS
The University of Hertfordshire offers you a unique opportunity to spend part of your course studying at one of their many partner universities around the world or to take a work placement overseas.
Why should I study abroad?
With more and more companies working internationally, there has never been a better time to be well travelled. Experience of living in another country - and even better, speaking the language – can make a great impression on future employers. It is an adventure you will never forget, boosting your confidence, increasing your independence, introducing you to new people and cultures and giving you a fresh perspective on the world. You will also pick up valuable skills and experience that will help you stand out from the crowd.
In terms of employability, a Universities UK report (2019) showed that mobile graduates are more likely to get a better class of degree, to be in a graduate level job and to have a higher starting salary and less likely to be unemployed.
It may also not cost as much as you think. Many of the destinations have a lower cost of living and you may be eligible for financial support.
EMPLOYABILITY AND CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
The University of Hertfordshire Careers and Employment service works hard to support all the students of the School of Creative Arts with career planning and professional skills building throughout their time on their course.
Students (and also graduates for two years after they have finished their course) have access to all of the services that Careers and Employment (CE) provide; including face to face appointments to discuss any aspect of their career planning, career workshops and webinars, and a wide range of online resources on Handshake, a bespoke career planning portal exclusively for University of Hertfordshire students.
WHY STUDY AT THE UNIVERSITY OF HERTFORDSHIRE
Whether it’s in learning, teaching, or business partnership, the University of Hertfordshire transforms bold ambition into life-changing reality.
Defined by the spirit of innovation and enterprise, the University of Hertfordshire has been an innovative, vocation-first educational force for more than 70 years.
From the start as a leading educator within Britain’s aeronautical industry to the extensive offering today, they have always specialised in providing the environment and expertise needed to power every kind of potential.
They are a university that never stands still. They champion social mobility and the drive to create personal and societal change. They celebrate those who break barriers. They nurture entrepreneurs and develop tomorrow’s leaders, innovators and trailblazers in healthcare, education, business, science, humanities, law, sport, and creative arts. They partner with key employers, professional bodies, and government to ensure we are directly responding to real-world needs. They are a catalyst for change: empowering our community to make a radical impact in the region, across the UK and around the world.
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