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Your career of tomorrow will be powered by your education at University of Hertfordshire. You’ll benefit from high-quality teaching and programmes that are innovative and creative, set in an open, welcoming and dynamic environment. 700 career-focused degrees can open doors for your future. You'll benefit from strong industry connections, top-notch facilities, and the chance to study at over 170 universities around the world.
Student statistics
These stats give you an idea of what the student population looks like at this university.
Study level
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Undergraduate45%Postgraduate55%
Study mode
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Full-time80%Part-time20%
Student population
- More than 25,000 students
Where students come from
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UK51%International48%EU1%
Student gender
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Male 50%Female 50%
League table performance
See the latest league table performance of this university - overall, by subject, and its ranking during the past five years.
University League Table 2026
Overall ranking
82nd out of 130
Overall ranking trend - past 5 years
Ranking breakdown
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Overall score
/ Max 1000530 53%82nd
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Entry standards
/ Max 215116 54%104th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.15 79%32nd
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Research quality
/ Max 43.02 76%59th
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Research intensity
/ Max 10.32 32%90th
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Academic services spend
/ Max 37571483 39%104th
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Facilities spend
/ Max 2164839 39%40th
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Student - staff ratio
/ Min 9.718.0103rd
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Continuation
/ Max 10089.6 90%66th
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Graduate prospects – outcomes
/ Max 10072.0 72%82nd
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Graduate prospects – on track
/ Max 10073.9 74%83rd
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Subject League Tables 2026
Subjects ranked in the top ten
- Accounting & Finance
- Aeronautical & Aerospace Engineering
- Architecture
- Art & Design
- Biological Sciences
- Biomedical Sciences
- Business & Management Studies
- Civil Engineering
- Communication & Media Studies
- Computer Science
- Drama, Dance & Cinematics
- Economics
- Education
- Electrical & Electronic Engineering
- English
- Food Science
- Geography & Environmental Science
- History
- Information Technology & Systems
- Law
- Manufacturing & Production Engineering
- Marketing
- Mathematics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Medical Technology & Bioengineering
- Music
- Nursing & Midwifery
- Optometry, Ophthalmics & Orthoptics
- Paramedic Science
- Pharmacology & Pharmacy
- Physics & Astronomy
- Physiotherapy
- Psychology
- Social Policy
- Social Work
- Sports Science
- Tourism, Transport, Travel & Heritage Studies
Overall ranking
62nd out of 102
Subject ranking trend - past 5 years
Accounting & Finance ranking breakdown
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Overall score
/ Max 10077.8 78%62nd
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Entry standards
/ Max 233115 50%58th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.11 78%64th
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Research quality
/ Max 42.79 70%53rd
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Continuation
/ Max 10090.9 91%54th
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10058.0 58%69th
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Campus locations
Study options
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Frequently asked questions
Herts has extensive links with business and industry that give students the chance to gain professional work experience, helping them to stand out in the job market. Recent alumni have secured jobs at Disney, AWAL (Sony Music), and Autosport. The university also collaborates with employers when designing courses. There are co-curricular opportunities and industry-standard facilities that reflect real work environments. All this helps to ensure Herts graduates are ready for the modern workplace. Most courses also offer the opportunity to study abroad in 40 countries around the globe.
The University of Hertfordshire is in Hatfield, just 25 minutes by train from London's King's Cross station and within easy access of the A1(M). The university also has its own bus company, Uno, ensuring both campuses are well connected across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and north London. The two campuses, College Lane and de Havilland, are located less than a kilometre apart and are connected by pathways, cycle routes, and a free shuttle bus.
Herts is a campus-based university with a diverse and vibrant community. Lots of events happen throughout the year. Recent events have included themed parties every Wednesday, trips to London museums and Windsor, and the Freshers' Fair. Herts Students' Union has over 100 societies, including everything from salsa dancing to LGBT+ and baking to K-pop. In Hatfield there are cafes, restaurants, pubs, and bars to explore. The surrounding Hertfordshire towns are easily accessible by bus, where you’ll find historic pubs, chilled bars, and music venues. Students also have London just 25 minutes away by train, where they can experience all the capital has to offer.