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HELLO FROM HERTS International Guide

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for placements, partnerships and development

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Enterprise Zone; one of only 20 in the UK

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Achievements & successes

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Where to find us

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Why choose Herts?

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Message from the Vice-Chancellor

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Message from the Deputy Vice-Chancellor

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Our campuses

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Campus facilities

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Course facilities

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Student life

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Social spaces

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Postgraduate experience

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Accommodation

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Support on campus

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Scholarships & fees

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Schools of study 39

Business

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Creative Arts

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Education

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Health & Social Work

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Law

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Life & Medical Sciences

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Physics, Engineering & Computer Science

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World-leading research

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Courses 49

Business

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Creative Arts

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Education

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Health & Social Work

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Law

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Life & Medical Sciences

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Physics, Engineering & Computer Science

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Pre-sessional English

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Applying to Hertfordshire

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Achievements & successes Our league table rankings demonstrate the consistent commitment of our staff and Students’ Union to make your learning experience the firm foundation that will carry you into your career aspirations. Our Schools of Study have also won awards for extra curricular activities you can take part in outside scheduled teaching.

8th

11th

The Guardian, 2023

Complete University Guide, 2023

nationally for Children’s Nursing

Additional School of Study rankings and achievements available on pg.38 - pg.45

for facilities spend

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12th

13th

14th

nationally for Mental Health Nursing

nationally for Physiotherapy

nationally for Geography & Environmental Studies

The Guardian, 2023

The Guardian, 2023

The Guardian, 2022

21st

22nd

22nd

nationally for General Nursing The Guardian, 2023

25th

nationally for Medical Technology & Bioengineering Complete University Guide, 2023

26th

nationally for Product Design The Guardian, 2023

26th

nationally for Interior Design

nationally for Aerospace Engineering

nationally for Sports Science

The Guardian, 2023

The Guardian, 2023

Complete University Guide, 2023

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29th

30th

The Guardian, 2023

The Guardian, 2023

nationally for Manufacturing & Production Engineering Complete University Guide, 2023

nationally for Graphic Design

nationally for Biology

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Where to find us The University of Hertfordshire’s welcoming, modern campus is in the town of Hatfield in Hertfordshire, in the East of England. Hatfield is just a short 25-minute train ride from London King’s Cross station and not far from the A1(M); one of the UK’s major north-south motorways.

Thanks to these strong transport links, it’s easy to visit London and other UK cities during your free time. We also have fast links to London’s major airports: Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted and Luton.

Wherever you’re flying from, it’s easy to reach us when you land.

Find your way around

go.herts.ac.uk/int-location

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Why choose Herts?

Access to London If you’re looking for a university with a great location, you’ve found it. Studying just 25 minutes by train from Central London gives you easy access to all the opportunities and excitement our colourful, multicultural capital brings. Spend your free time relaxing in beautiful parks, galleries and historic sites in this international hub of business.

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Employability Our courses are designed in consultation with employers and our lecturers have a wealth of experience in their field; not just in an academic setting, but also out in the working world. The knowledge, skills, and experience you gain will help prepare you for the global job market.

Recognised degree The UK education system is highly respected all over the world; a strong British degree really is a passport to a rewarding career, wherever you want to live and work. Our universities are continuously assessed to make sure we give you the exceptional education you deserve.

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Here at the University of Hertfordshire, we are committed to providing you with the skills you need to excel in your chosen career path. Everything we do at Hertfordshire is about transforming lives. You will develop work-based skills, build a global friendship network, and gain professional work experience, all while studying on a vibrant campus that is just 25 minutes from central London.

There are so many great things about studying with us, and I hope this guide will give you a good indication on what we can offer you.

Studying with us is a lifechanging experience and we take pride in knowing that you’ll leave us with the skills, knowledge and attributes to make a real difference in the world.

We are already home to over 10,000 international students from over 140 different countries – and we really hope you will join them. We’re proud to be able to offer you an exciting and supportive place to study.

Quintin McKellar CBE Vice-Chancellor

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This guide will provide you with a great deal of information on what you can expect when you come to study at the University of Hertfordshire. We are very proud of our vibrant and diverse student body, and we are dedicated to providing you with not only an excellent education, but also a fantastic student experience.

We offer a wide range of courses in an exciting variety of subjects. Developed with our business partners, our courses will provide you with the most up to date and relevant materials, and give you the practical experience you need to enter the global workplace.

We have invested heavily in our green campuses over the last 20 years and studying at Hertfordshire means you will be surrounded by state-of-theart accommodation, social and study facilities.

We have a global network of support to assist you every step of the way in your journey to studying with us.

Professor Julie Newlan Deputy Vice-Chancellor

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Our campuses Live, study and socialise on our 125 acre green campuses, which contain everything you need to get the most out of your student experience.

Vibrant campus We have two vibrant main campuses, College Lane and de Havilland. They are just a short 20-minute walk apart, or you can use our free shuttle bus to get between campuses. Accommodation is available on both campuses.

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Well connected The campus is a short bus ride from Hatfield train station, where you can get direct trains to London Kings Cross, Cambridge, Brighton and more. There are also lots of local places to explore, such as the historic market city St Albans, which you can reach using the University bus network UnoBus.

Take a virtual tour

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Campus facilities Over the past 20 years we’ve invested almost half a billion pounds in our green campuses.

Social facilities There are a range of restaurants and cafes catering to a variety of dietary requirements including vegetarian, vegan and Halal. Our newly refurbished social space in the Forum is perfect for social events and activities. And you can catch up with friends over a coffee in our new £12 million Enterprise Hub.

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24-hour libraries Our Learning Resources Centres are open 24/7 nearly every day of the year, allowing you to study at a time that suits you. With our inspiring learning resources and cutting edge facilities, you have everything you need on your doorstep.

Discover facilities

go.herts.ac.uk/int-life

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Mock ward

Course facilities With specialist facilities on campus, you can gain practical experience to compliment the academic teaching.

Science Building laboratories

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Mock law court

Engineering workshops

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Student life There’s lots of things for you to get involved in, to help you make the most of your student experience.

Orientation & pre-arrival To help you settle into life at the University and start making friends, we run lots of pre-arrival activities and a free Orientation Week. We’ll give you all the advice and information you need to make the most of your time at Herts.

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Enjoy sport?

Our on-campus Sports Village includes a 100+ station gym, swimming pool, climbing wall and sports courts. There are a range of sports clubs to get involved in, and you can enjoy free daily sports and activities with HertSquad Active. There are also opportunities to represent Herts and compete against other universities.

Get active

go.herts.ac.uk/int-sport

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Clubs & societies

There are hundreds of societies to get involved with, from book clubs to bhangra, it’s a great opportunity to try something new and make friends.

Get social

go.herts.ac.uk/int-societies

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Students’ Union Hertfordshire Students’ Union supports you on your student journey, providing access to societies, events (including a yearly summer ball), academic representation, confidential advice, and much more.

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Social spaces Our campuses have lots of social spaces where you can hang out with friends, do private study or just relax. Some spaces such as accommodation shared common rooms are available to those who are living on campus, but the majority such as the Enterprise Hub, Oval and EleHouse are available to all!

Telford Court common room

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Shared common room

The Oval

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Postgraduate experience The Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey (PTES) is delivered by Advance HR and includes questions on the full study cycle of taught postgraduate students, from motivations to study and experience while on the course, through to a student’s perceptions of their dissertation/ project. Our 2022 survey results reflect the importance of student experience at Herts.

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of 88

Skills & Development

of 85

Support

of 90

Overall Satisfaction

of 90

Assessment

of 90

Resources

of 91

Engagement

of 91

Teaching

of 91

Organisation

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Accommodation Live on campus and be in the heart of everything you need.

Why live on campus?

Our £120m halls of residence offer a variety of rooms to choose from, all including wifi, utility bills, contents insurance, 24/7 support 365 days a year, and you do not need a UK guarantor. There’s also the option to live with friends.

*If you live off-campus, you will be required to live within a 2-hour commute and 30-mile radius of campus

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Safe & practical Living in on-campus accommodation is safe, practical, and a great way to meet new friends – and all just minutes away from your lectures.*

When to apply You should apply once you have a conditional offer and 8 digit student ID. Once your tuition fee deposit has cleared you will be offered a room allocation.

Find accommodation

go.herts.ac.uk/int-accommodation

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• Single bed with storage • En-suite with shower, toilet, and sink • Mini-fridge • 10.7m2 • Exclusive postgraduate area available

Single en suite de Havilland • 4ft bed with storage • Self contained house of 12 bedrooms • Large shared kitchen and living room • Bathroom shared between two students • 10m2

Townhouse room College Lane • 4ft bed with storage • En-suite with shower, toilet, and sink • Fridge/freezer and microwave • 2 hobs and a sink set into worktop • Eating area with table and 2 chairs • 16.5m2 Studio flat College Lane

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• 4ft bed with storage • En-suite with shower, toilet, and sink • Large shared kitchen • 14.5m2

Enhanced en suite College Lane • 2 single beds with storage • En-suite with shower, toilet and sink shared with roommate • Kitchen shared with other rooms • 25m2

Twin room College Lane • Single bed with storage • En-suite with shower, toilet, and sink • Shared kitchen • 12m2

Standard en suite College Lane

Please check the website for up-to-date accommodation prices

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Support on campus Graduate & placement support The Careers and Employment Service is committed to supporting the employability of our international students. The team can help you prepare for job applications and holds a series of job fairs on both campuses throughout the year. Many of our placements are with employers who work exclusively with us and specifically want our students.

Plan your future

go.herts.ac.uk/int-careers

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Multi-faith space The Chaplaincy is here to support students of all faiths and no faith, and offers inclusive support. With two dedicated areas on campus for relaxing, reflection, and practicing faith; The Key and The Multi-Faith Space. They are open 7 days a week.

Chaplaincy support

go.herts.ac.uk/int-chaplaincy

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Student wellbeing & counselling Our Student Wellbeing Team is here to support you with any emotional, mental health, disability and health related issues you may experience. All our services are confidential and delivered by trained and experienced staff who ensure that you get the best support possible.

Be heard

go.herts.ac.uk/int-wellbeing

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Study abroad Our Study Abroad Team support undergraduate students to undertake a one-year exchange programme. We have over 170 partner universities and schools, in more than 40 different countries, across 5 continents; including Germany, Japan, Australia, USA, Singapore, and Brazil.

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Scholarships & fees We have competitive tuition fees and a large scholarship fund for our overseas applicants.

Tuition fees

Like every other UK university, we charge tuition fees for our courses. These are different for UK and overseas students. Our standard tuition fees are based on full-time courses taught on campus.

For the 2024 intake the cost of most standard courses for overseas students will be: • £15,500 per year for undergraduate • £16,450 - £18,950 per year for postgraduate taught Check the fees for specific courses and research degrees on the university website.

Deposits and discounts You’ll be required to pay a minimum £5,000 deposit to secure your place with us. This goes towards your first year tuition fees. Check the deposit for your country on our website, if you’re able to pay for the whole year in full when you enrol, we’ll give you a £500 discount off your tuition fees.

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International scholarships Every year we offer a limited number of scholarships to international students to make studying with us more affordable. Scholarships are available for most of our courses and go towards your first year tuition fees. In previous intakes, applicants have been awarded up to £4,000.

We also offer graduate scholarships for international students who have already taken an undergraduate degree here and want to progress to one of our masters courses.

This is the equivalent of a 20% reduction in your tuition fees.

Find a scholarship

go.herts.ac.uk/intr-scholarships

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Schools of study The 2023 Complete University Guide has rated us 11th for facilities spend, showcasing the consistent and extensive investment we make each year in the learning experience.

Here at the University of Hertfordshire we have over 300 programmes available to international students. These are taught over seven different Schools of Study which range from the Hertfordshire Law School, all the way through to Life and Medical Sciences.

Our programmes are created with each programme-specific industry in mind, ensuring each course will support you to reach your full potential and achieve your ultimate career goals. Furthermore, a wide range of our programmes are professionally accredited, which will really boost your career once you graduate.

The University has state-of-the-art facilities across all of the Schools of Study. For example, our law students are able to undertake mock trials within our full scale replica crown court, our engineering students are able to learn in the flight simulator, while our nursing students can practise their skills in the Hertfordshire intensive care and emergency simulation centre.

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8th nationally for Economics The Guardian, 2023

Top 25% nationally for Business and Management Studies research impact Research Excellence Framework, 2021

Short-listed for Best Business School in the UK Times Higher Education Awards, 2020

Business We take pride in supporting students to develop a wealth of knowledge in the business field.

Our collaboration with leading businesses, practical projects and placements, together with our close proximity to central London, mean you’ll have every opportunity to build the skills, contacts, and experience you need for a rewarding career.

The new Enterprise Hub houses a dedicated business incubation facility, designed to kick start businesses.

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1st nationally for Animation and Game Design

Creative Arts

12 in the world for Game Design and Development

We offer an inspiring, supportive environment with the latest technology at your fingertips. A huge range of facilities and purpose-built buildings mean there is hands on equipment for all courses.

The Guardian, 2023 th

Rookie Awards, 2021

20th in the world for Creative Media & Entertainment Rookie Awards, 2021

Our entrance gallery is the perfect exhibition space to showcase artist’s work. Specialist rooms have been fitted with 2D and 3D workshops. 3D printers and digital animation suites allow Architecture and Animation students to bring concepts to life. We also have a dedicated Gerber software suite for Fashion students.

Our equipment loan store and on campus photography, recording and television studios allow you to create your own content for projects using our dark rooms and studio suites.

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29th nationally for Education The Guardian, 2023

90% overall satisfaction score for student voice

National Student Survey (NSS), 2022

Athena SWAN Bronze Award

Education This School is committed to transforming lives through education. It has strong links to hundreds of organisations, including nursery, primary, and secondary schools, giving you plenty of opportunities to gain practical experience and tackle professional challenges head on.

Our innovative courses reflect the social, political and technical changes taking place in the field, allowing you to have a positive influence on the lives of the people you teach. You’ll benefit from our expertise which spans curriculum development, educational assessment, early childhood education, STEM education, and higher education teaching.

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1st in the East of England for Medical Technology and Bioengineering Complete University Guide, 2023

1 nationally for Paramedic Science st

The Guardian, 2023

6th nationally for Social Work

The Guardian, 2023

Health & Social Work

A national centre of excellence, we are the largest provider of radiography education and the first in the country to offer paramedic degrees. Our X-ray and ultrasound laboratories allow for practical, hands-on skill development.

We also have the largest Clinical Simulation Centre in the UK with facilities such as a mock ward, intensive care unit, pharmacy, operating theatres and community “home” simulated environments to engage with real members of the public.

Many of our industry partners offer placements, so you’ll learn in real-world settings, improving lives and safeguarding futures every day.

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Best Contribution by a Team of Students helping vulnerable people at risk of homelessness in Hertfordshire

LawWorks Student Pro Bono Awards, 2022

2 for Social Policy in the East of England nd

Complete University Guide, 2023

Winners of the Best New Pro Bono Activity: Hertfordshire Law Clinic

LawWorks and Attorney General Student Pro Bono Awards, 2020

Law Our on-campus, full scale replica mock crown courtroom allows you to practise mock trials in a realistic setting.

There are a range of pro bono activities to get involved in, including volunteering at our Hertfordshire Law Clinic to provide free advice to the local community.

You will also have the opportunity to represent the School in both national and international competitions for mooting, trial advocacy, client interviewing and mediation. Our students regularly beat teams from Oxbridge and Russell Group universities and win national trophies.

The curriculum is enriched with guest lectures, masterclasses, field trips, and opportunities to spend time studying abroad during your degree.

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12th nationally for Optometry, Ophthalmology & Orthoptics Complete University Guide, 2023

14th nationally for Food Science Complete University Guide, 2023

15th nationally for Nutrition and Food Science The Guardian, 2023

Life & Medical Sciences

Our £50m Science Building houses specialist laboratories where you’ll use research technologies including pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment, cell culture facilities and aseptic suites.

For students studying Nutrition, there are also dietetics labs for food analysis.

Our observation laboratory, complete with remote-controlled cameras, two-way mirror and digital edit suite is the perfect setting for psychology projects.

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Formula Student Team are ranked 3rd in the UK IMECHE, 2021

23rd nationally for Electrical and Electronic Engineering The Guardian, 2023

Physics, Engineering & Computer Science You’ll be taught by exceptional academics from across the STEM spectrum. Our graduates have worked for NASA, Ferrari, Amazon and Morgan Stanley.

Engineering students benefit from our supersonic wind tunnels and flight simulators. There is also the opportunity to join the Formula Student racing team.

Computer Science students have access to specialist software labs, including artificial intelligence and robotics suites.

We even have a robot house for research into assisted living!

Our Bayfordbury Observatory is one of the best astronomical teaching observatories in the UK. We also have LiDAR and particle counter facilities.

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World-leading research Our 2021 results had the highest rise of any university in the sector in the research impact ratings.

The Research Excellence Framework (REF) is a nationwide assessment of the quality and impact of research at UK higher education institutions, based on evidence submissions that detail research outputs, societal impact and benefits, and the institution’s research environment. Results are presented using a star rating up to 4.

Our research is supported by our investment in enhanced research facilities – including the University’s £61 million new Science Building, and a new multimillion facility for Physics, Engineering and Computer Science, currently under construction and due to open in 2024.

A rise in the research excellence rankings from 83rd to 62nd

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78% of research has been ranked as world-leading (4) or internationally excellent (3)

90% of our research impact was classified as outstanding (4) or very considerable (3) In the top 25% of all universities for research impact

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Courses Courses designed in partnership with business, ensuring you’re career-ready.

The majority of courses also offer an opportunity to undertake a work placement or study abroad in over 40 countries around the world.

Find the course for you

go.herts.ac.uk/int-courses

Subject to change, please refer to the Herts website for up-to-date information.

Business BA (Hons) Accounting BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance BA (Hons) Advertising and Digital Marketing BA (Hons) Business Administration BA (Hons) Business Administration (Top-up) BA (Hons) Business and Accounting BA (Hons) Business and Finance BA (Hons) Business and Human Resource Management BA (Hons) Business and Marketing BA (Hons) Business Economics BA (Hons) Business Management BA (Hons) Business Management with Information Systems BA (Hons) Business Management with Leadership BA (Hons) Economics BA (Hons) Event Management BA (Hons) Event Management and Marketing BA (Hons) Finance BA (Hons) Finance and Economics BA (Hons) International Business BA (Hons) International Business with French BA (Hons) International Business with German BA (Hons) International Business with Japanese BA (Hons) International Business with Mandarin BA (Hons) International Business with Spanish BA (Hons) International Tourism Management BA (Hons) International Tourism Management with French BA (Hons) International Tourism Management with German BA (Hons) International Tourism Management with Japanese BA (Hons) International Tourism Management with Mandarin BA (Hons) International Tourism Management with Spanish BA (Hons) Marketing MBA Masters of Business Administration MSc Business Analytics and Consultancy MSc Finance and Investment Banking MA Human Resource Management

Placement option

Advanced research

Non-standard fee routes available

MA Human Resource Management (Global) MA Human Resource Management (Work Psychology) MSc International Business MSc International Tourism, Hospitality and Event Management MSc Management MSc Management with Digital Marketing MSc Management with Logistics and Supply Chain Management MSc Management with Sustainability MSc Project Management MSc Strategic Marketing with Digital Media Management MSc Strategic Marketing with Digital Media Management – Extended (Sandwich) MSc Strategic Marketing with Digital Media Management - Extended (Experiential Learning) MSc Strategic Marketing with Global Business Development MSc Strategic Marketing with Global Business Development – Extended (Sandwich) MSc Strategic Marketing with Global Business Development - Extended (Experiential Learning) MSc Strategic Marketing with Brand Leadership MSc Strategic Marketing with Brand Leadership – Extended (Sandwich) MSc Strategic Marketing with Brand Leadership – Extended (Experiential Learning)

Creative Arts BA (Hons) 2D Digital Animation BA (Hons) 3D Animation and Visual Effects BA (Hons) 3D Games Art and Design BA (Hons) Architecture BSc (Hons) Audio Recording and Production BA (Hons) Character and Creative Effects BA (Hons) Comics and Concept Art BA (Hons) Creative Writing BA (Hons) Digital Media Design BA (Hons) English Language and Applied Linguistics BA (Hons) English Language and Creative Writing BA (Hons) English Language and Journalism

Placement option

Advanced research

Non-standard fee routes available

BA (Hons) English Language and Linguistics BA (Hons) English Language and Literature BA (Hons) English Language and Media BA (Hons) English Language with English Language Teaching BA (Hons) English Language with Film BA (Hons) English Literature BA (Hons) English Literature and Creative Writing BA (Hons) English Literature and Journalism BA (Hons) English Literature and Media BA (Hons) English Literature with Film BA (Hons) Fashion and Fashion Business BA (Hons) Fashion Design BA (Hons) Film and Television Production BA (Hons) Fine Art BA (Hons) Graphic Design BA (Hons) Graphic Design Advertising and Branding BA (Hons) History BA (Hons) History and Creative Writing BA (Hons) History and English Language BA (Hons) History and English Literature BA (Hons) History and Journalism BA (Hons) History with Film BA (Hons) History with Philosophy BA (Hons) Illustration BA (Hons) Interior Architecture and Design BA (Hons) Journalism and Creative Writing BA (Hons) Journalism and Media BSc (Hons) Live Sound and Lighting Technology BA (Hons) Mass Communications BA (Hons) Media BA (Hons) Media and Creative Writing BA (Hons) Model Design (Character and Creative Effects) BA (Hons) Model Design (Model Effects) BA (Hons) Model Design (Special Effects)

Placement option

Advanced research

Non-standard fee routes available

BSc (Hons) Music and Sound Design Technology BSc (Hons) Music Composition and Technology for Film and Games BSc (Hons) Music Production BA (Hons) Philosophy BA (Hons) Philosophy and Creative Writing BA (Hons) Philosophy and English Language BA (Hons) Philosophy and English Literature BA (Hons) Philosophy and Journalism BA (Hons) Philosophy and Media BA (Hons) Philosophy with Film BA (Hons) Philosophy, Religion and Ethics BA (Hons) Photography BA (Hons) Product and Industrial Design BSc (Hons) Sociology BSc (Hons) Sociology and Psychology BSc (Hons) Songwriting and Music Production MA Animation MArch Architecture and Urbanism MA Art Therapy MSc Audio Engineering MA Concept Art MA Contemporary Crafts MA Contemporary Textiles MA Creative Music Production MA Digital Media Arts MA Fashion MA Film Production MA Fine Art MA Folklore Studies MA Games Art and Design MA Graphic Design MA Illustration MA Interior Architecture and Design MA Journalism and Media Communications MSc Music and Sound for Film and Games

Placement option

Advanced research

Non-standard fee routes available

MA Photography MA Product Design MA Public Relations and Digital Communications MA Screenwriting MA Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)

Education BA (Hons) Early Childhood Education BA (Hons) Education MA Early Childhood Education MA Education MA Educational Leadership MSc Outdoor Environmental Education MA SEND and Inclusion

Health and Social Work BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography and Imaging BSc (Hons) Midwifery (Pre-Registration) BSc (Hons) Nursing (Adult) BSc (Hons) Nursing (Child) BSc (Hons) Nursing (Learning Disabilities) BSc (Hons) Nursing (Mental Health) BSc (Hons) Paramedic Science BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy BSc (Hons) Radiotherapy and Oncology BSc (Hons) Social Work MSc Adult Nursing MSc Mental Health Nursing MSc Physiotherapy (Pre-Registration) MSc Social Work

Placement option

Advanced research

Non-standard fee routes available

Law BA (Hons) Criminal Justice and Criminology LLB (Hons) Law LLB (Hons) Law (Accelerated route) LLM Business Law LLM Business Law with Work Experience LLM Criminal Justice LLM Criminal Justice with Work Experience LLM Intellectual Property and Information Law LLM Intellectual Property and Information Law with Work Experience LLM International Commercial Law and Arbitration LLM International Commercial Law and Arbitration with Work Experience LLM International Human Rights Law LLM International Human Rights Law with Work Experience LLM Legal Practice LLM Master of Laws LLM Master of Laws with Work Experience

Life and Medical Sciences BSc (Hons) Biochemistry BSc (Hons) Biological Science BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science BSc (Hons) Dietetics BSc (Hons) Environmental Management and Ecology BSc (Hons) Geography MOptom Master of Optometry BSc (Hons) Nutrition BSc (Hons) Pharmaceutical Science BSc (Hons) Pharmacology MPharm Pharmacy BSc (Hons) Psychology BA (Hons) Psychology in Education

Placement option

Advanced research

Non-standard fee routes available

BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science BSc (Hons) Sport Business Management BSc (Hons) Sports Coaching BSc (Hons) Sports Studies BSc (Hons) Sports Studies with Psychology BSc (Hons) Sports Therapy MSc Business Psychology MSc Cancer Immunotherapy MSc Cardiology and Stroke MSc Clinical Dermatology MSc Clinical Skin Integrity and Wound Management MSc Drug Discovery and Toxicology MSc Environmental Management MSc Environmental Management for Agriculture MSc Health and Medical Education MSc Health and Medical Simulation MA International Relations MSc Medical Microbiology MSc Molecular Biotechnology MSc Occupational Psychology MSc Pharmacovigilance MSc Psychology (& conversion) Master of Public Health MSc Research in Clinical Psychology MSc Sustainable Planning MSc Sustainable Planning and Environmental Management MSc Sustainable Planning and Transport MSc Transport Planning MSc Water and Environmental Management

Placement option

Advanced research

Non-standard fee routes available

Physics, Engineering and Computer Science BEng (Hons) Aerospace Engineering MEng Aerospace Engineering BEng (Hons) Aerospace Engineering with Pilot Studies MEng Aerospace Engineering with Pilot Studies BEng (Hons) Aerospace Engineering with Space Technology MEng Aerospace Engineering with Space Technology BSc (Hons) Astrophysics MPhys Astrophysics BSc (Hons) Astrophysics with Space Science MPhys Astrophysics with Space Science BEng (Hons) Automotive Engineering MEng Automotive Engineering BEng (Hons) Automotive Engineering with Motorsport MEng Automotive Engineering with Motorsport BSc (Hons) Automotive Technology BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering MEng (Hons) Civil Engineering BSc (Hons) Computer Science BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Cyber Security and Networks) BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Software Engineering) BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Top-up) BSc (Hons) Data Science BEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering BSc (Hons) Financial Mathematics BSc (Hons) Information Technology BSc (Hons) Information Technology (Top-up) BSc (Hons) Mathematics BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering MEng Mechanical Engineering BSc (Hons) Motorsport Technology BSc (Hons) Physics MPhys Physics

Placement option

Advanced research

Non-standard fee routes available

BSc (Hons) Physics with Space Science MPhys Physics with Space Science BEng (Hons) Robotics and Artificial Intelligence MEng (Hons) Robotics and Artificial Intelligence MSc Advanced Computer Science MSc Aerospace Engineering MSc Aerospace Engineering (18 month route) MSc Artificial Intelligence with Robotics MSc Astrophysics MSc Automotive Engineering MSc Automotive Engineering (18 month route) MSc Communications and Information Engineering MSc Communications and Information Engineering (18 month route) MSc Computer Networks and Systems Security MSc Computer Science MSc Cyber Security MSc Data Science MSc Data Science and Analytics MSc Electronics Engineering MSc Electronics Engineering (18 month route) MSc Manufacturing Management MSc Manufacturing Management (18 month route) MSc Mechanical Engineering MSc Mechanical Engineering (18 month route) MSc Power Electronics and Control MSc Power Electronics and Control (18 month route) MSc Software Engineering MSc Supply Chain Management MSc Supply Chain Management (18 month route) MSc Theoretical Physics

Placement option

Advanced research

Non-standard fee routes available

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Pre-sessional English We offer Pre-sessional English courses for applicants who have not quite reached the IELTS level required for their degree course.

These courses help you to develop your academic language and study skills so that you can study effectively at either undergraduate or postgraduate level.

Successful completion of the course means that you will not need to take another IELTS exam.

Develop your skills

go.herts.ac.uk/int-english

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Route

Standard

Higher

Advanced

Current IELTS

Required IELTS

PSE Duration

5.0 (no less than 4.5 in any band)

6.0

12 weeks

5.5 (no less than 4.5 in any band)

6.0

6 weeks

5.5 (no less than 4.5 in any band)

6.5

12 weeks

6.0 (no less than 5.0 in any band)

6.5

6 weeks

6.0 (no less than 5.0 in any band)

7.0

12 weeks

6.5 (no less than 5.5 in any band)

7.0

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Applying to Hertfordshire Alongside the application form, you will also be required to provide the following: ​ • An academic reference ​ • A personal statement outlining why you wish to study in the UK, at Hertfordshire, and why you wish to study your selected course, and how this matches your career aspirations • A scan of your passport photo page ​ • A scan of all of your academic qualifications ​ • A scan of your English language qualification ​​

You’ll need strong English skills to study at University level, so for most courses, we ask for one of the following: ​ • GCSE/IGCSE English Language at grade C or above ​ • IELTS score of 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in any band) for undergraduate courses, IELTS 6.5 (with no less than 5.5 in any band) for postgraduate courses ​ • Pearson Test of English 51 (with no less than 42 in any band) for undergraduate courses, 58 (with no less than 42 in any band) for postgraduate courses ​ • Some local equivalents are also supported This isn’t a complete list, so please visit go.herts.ac.uk/internationalentry-requirements to find out more.

Apply now go.herts.ac.uk/int-application

*Admissions will inform you if this applies to your application

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Submit application

Receive conditional or unconditional offer

If conditional, submit outstanding documents

Apply for accommodation

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Pay tuition fee deposit

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Receive visa

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Sponsorship interview*

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Financial checks*

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Receive CAS

Apply for Student Visa

Book flight to the UK

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Attend orientation week and enrolment

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CAS We can issue your CAS up to 6 months before the course start date once you have met all the conditions of your offer.

Sponsorship & financial checks

Some students may be required to complete a sponsorship interview and/or financial checks.

You will be informed by the Admissions Team if these are applicable to you.

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Immigration & Visa Most overseas students need a visa/entry clearance to study in the UK. You can self-assess online at the UK Government’s Home Office website to see if this is relevant to you.

Need a visa?

go.herts.ac.uk/int-visa

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