Quick Summary
University of Hertfordshire is a public founded in 1952, located in Hatfield, United Kingdom. Ranked #851-900 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 31920 students including 38% from outside United Kingdom. Known for strengths in Computer Science, Nursing, Art & Design, it maintains an acceptance rate of 70%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
A leading business-facing university with strong employability outcomes and proximity to London.
Subject Strengths
Computer ScienceNursingArt & DesignAnimationAerospace Engineering
Founded1952
TypePublic
Total Students31920
Intl Students38%
Faculty Ratio17.5
CampusSuburban
Campus Size125 acres
Affiliated HospitalsMount Vernon Hospital, Lister Hospital, Queen Elizabeth II Hospital
AccreditationAACSB, British Computer Society, Engineering Council, Nursing and Midwifery Council
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#851-900
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#601-800
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Research, Professional Development
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
Centre for Computer Science and Informatics Research, Agriculture and Environment Research Unit
Research Centers
High
Research Output
AACSB, British Computer Society, Engineering Council, Nursing and Midwifery Council
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate70%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL79
Min GPA2.8
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · June 30
SPRINGApplication Deadline · October 31
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on professional goals in your personal statement; ensure portfolios for creative arts demonstrate technical progression.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in British Pound Sterling
UG Tuition
£15,500/yr
per year · GBP
Living Cost
£10,500/yr
per year · GBP
PG Tuition
£16,500/yr
per year · GBP
Application Fee
$35
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
£26,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · GBP
Scholarships AvailableVice-Chancellor's Scholarship, Early Bird Discount, Chevening Scholarships
Avg Scholarship$2,500
Financial AidFederal Student Aid (FSA) for US students, UK Government Loans
Work-StudyStudent Ambassador roles, on-campus internships
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Research, Professional Development programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MSc Data Science | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| MBA | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| BSc Computer Science | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| BA Animation | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| BEng Aerospace Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$34,000
Average Salary After Graduation
93%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with industrial partners for sandwich year placements
Industry Connections
AirbusGSKNHSOcadoVauxhall
Notable Alumni
Helen Lederer, Nitin Sawhney, Sanjeev Bhaskar, Owen Farrell
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Hertfordshire Sports Village, olympic-sized swimming pool, indoor climbing wall
Student Clubs
100+ societies including Active Students and competitive sports clubs
Library Resources
Two 24/7 Learning Resources Centres (College Lane and de Havilland)
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available