The University of Hertfordshire

Whether it’s through learning, teaching, or business and research partnerships, the University of Hertfordshire transforms bold ambition into impactful achievements.

From our start in training aerospace engineers for Britain’s aviation industry to our extensive offering today, our focus has always been on understanding what employers want, and today, our vision remains unchanged.  We are a modern, dynamic, and enterprising university, and an anchor institution in the region, supporting its growth as a top destination for a range of industries and professions. 

For our thriving community of nearly 35,000 students from over 110 countries, that means high-quality teaching delivered by experts engaged in cutting-edge research. Access to 700 career-focused degrees, strong industry connections, industry standard facilities and opportunities to study at more than 170 universities worldwide.

Through partnerships with key employers, professional bodies, and government, we ensure our teaching and research responds to real-world challenges. We collaborate to drive great opportunities that lead to positive outcomes regionally, nationally, globally; from Herts to the world.

Why choose the University of Hertfordshire?

At Herts, our undergraduate programmes equip you with the skills, knowledge, and hands-on experience needed to succeed in a global job market. Many courses include professional accreditation, placement years, and opportunities for international study, with placements at top companies like Tesla and Microsoft. The University’s global network of 135 university partnerships further enhances international experience offering students opportunities to do placements and study abroad. Ranked 1st in the East of England for overall student positivity in the National Student Survey (NSS) 2024, Herts University is recognised for strong student satisfaction and support.

Postgraduate study at Herts offers individuals the opportunity to advance their careers, pursue passions, or gain specialised knowledge. With flexible options like part-time and online learning, we make it easier for students, working professionals and career changers to access world-class facilities, impactful research, and forge strong industry connections. Herts is ranked 1st in the UK for support and top 10 in every other section in the Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey (PTES) 2024, reflecting our commitment to student success. 
A hub for enterprise 

At Herts, we partner with organisations of all sizes to drive growth and innovation. Offering tailored workforce training, cutting-edge research collaborations, and access to a diverse pool of talented students and graduates, we ensure that businesses can tap into a wealth of expertise. 

With enterprise at our core, Herts supports the growth of the local and regional economy. The University Enterprise Zone facilitates access to funding, specialist business support, and resources for start-ups and innovation, while connecting diverse talent with industry needs.

The University’s entrepreneurial ecosystem ensures that businesses, organisations, and students all have the support they need to succeed and realise their full potential. More than 150 regional employers have strengthened their workforce through graduate placements, professional development, and apprenticeships, while 226 student and graduate start-ups have been launched in the past three years. Through knowledge exchange, we have provided businesses with over £1.7 million worth of expertise and support, contributing significantly to local and regional economic growth.

Life at Herts

Our campuses, College Lane and de Havilland, provide a vibrant, modern environment for academic and personal development. From industry-standard labs and creative studios to healthcare simulation centres, the facilities are designed to meet the needs of every discipline. Students enjoy secure, affordable accommodation, an active campus life and a dynamic Students’ Union.

Herts is proud to attract such a diverse community. 65.9% of our students and 23.2% of our staff come from ethnically diverse communities (above the sector average of 14.3%), and 9.5% of our staff and 10.4% of our students have declared a disability. We have a vibrant LGBTQ+ community and are working hard to improve gender and ethnicity pay gaps and to ultimately eliminate the Black, Asian, Minority Ethnic awarding gap for students.

Support looks different for all students at Herts, and we aim to help in a way that suits everyone. Gabriel Monteiro tells us about life on campus with a disability. He said: “Being disabled is always a challenging experience, it's about accepting yourself and your limitations and that is a lot easier when you have people that support you. No matter who you are or where you come from, there is something here for you and people you can share experiences with.”

Strategic plan 2025-2030

Our five-year ambition is to grow our reach and reputation regionally, nationally and globally as a modern, dynamic and enterprising university; experts at driving greater opportunities and outcomes for all, through our education, research and enterprise activity. We aim to bring the best of Hertfordshire together, collaborating to create better ideas, opportunities and outcomes that make an impact.

Join the community

We invite prospective students, business leaders, and research partners to join our mission of empowering individuals and driving innovation. 

Discover more about the University on our website.