University of Hertfordshire for International Students: Entry Routes, Fees and Intakes
TL;DR: The University of Hertfordshire is a university in Hatfield, just north of London, where most courses start in September and some also take a January intake. International fees for 2026/27 entry are £17,450 a year for a standard undergraduate degree and £17,950 to £22,950 for a standard one-year master's. Most master's courses ask for IELTS 6.5, and the Chancellor's International Scholarship is assessed automatically, from £500 to £4,000.
The Hatfield campus is about 25 minutes by train from London King's Cross, and a pathway college sits on the same campus. So there is more than one way into a Hertfordshire degree. Check your eligibility with Prosper to see which route fits you.
What is the University of Hertfordshire like for international students?
The University of Hertfordshire is based in Hatfield on two sites, College Lane and de Havilland. Non-UCAS international applicants use the university's own online application form. Hertfordshire International College (HIC), on the College Lane campus, runs foundation and pre-master's programmes that lead into University of Hertfordshire degrees.
University of Hertfordshire ranking and recognition
The university publishes these results itself:
- The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2027: 59th in the UK, and 13th of 130 for student experience.
- The Guardian University Guide 2027: 37th in the UK.
- Complete University Guide 2027: 70th of 130.
- Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023: Silver overall, with student experience and outcomes rated very high quality.
University of Hertfordshire entry requirements: which route fits you
Match your situation to a route, then check the course page.
| Your situation | Route | Standard English level |
|---|---|---|
| School grades that meet the course tariff | Year 1 of a bachelor's | IELTS 6.0, no band below 5.5 |
| School grades below direct entry | Foundation at HIC, then Year 1 | Lower, set by HIC |
| A related BTEC HND with a Merit profile | Year 2 or 3, assessed individually | IELTS 6.0, no band below 5.5 |
| A bachelor's degree at the required grade | Master's, direct entry | IELTS 6.5, no band below 5.5 |
| A bachelor's degree below that grade | Pre-master's at HIC, then master's | Lower than master's entry |
Some courses ask for IELTS 7.0 or 7.5. The university also accepts PTE at 59 with no band below 59, and the Duolingo English Test at 120 (no band below 95) for postgraduate study. Its FAQ says it waives the English requirement only for applicants who completed a degree at a UK university, so read our guide to English waiver routes with that in mind.
University of Hertfordshire fees and intakes
| Course type | International fee, 2026/27 entry | Intakes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard undergraduate | £17,450 a year | September; certain courses January |
| Standard one-year master's | £17,950 to £22,950 | September; certain courses January |
| Non-standard master's | £19,950 to £23,450 | As on the course page |
| HIC pathway programmes | Set by HIC | September, January and May |
Paying the full tuition fee by the set deadline reduces it by £1,000. If the university sponsors your Student visa, you pay a deposit of at least £5,000 before your CAS is released; it counts towards first-year fees and is refunded in full if your visa is refused. See our guides to the UK university deposit and UK tuition fees for international students, and check a university's sponsor licence before you pay.
University of Hertfordshire scholarships
The scholarships page lists these awards for new international students joining in September 2026:
- Chancellor's International Scholarship: £500 to £4,000 for undergraduate and taught postgraduate students, assessed from your application with no separate form.
- UG Tri Annual Scholarship: £2,000 a year for undergraduates, renewed each year you progress.
- Early payment scholarships: £3,500 or £3,000 for self-funded taught postgraduates whose deposit clears by set dates.
The awards generally cannot be combined, and terms for later intakes can differ.
How Prosper applies to the University of Hertfordshire for you
Prosper can apply to the University of Hertfordshire for you. We match your grades and English score to a route, choose the course, and prepare the documents the university asks for, including references and a personal statement (see our master's document checklist). After the offer, you meet its conditions, pay the deposit and receive your CAS, then follow the UK Student visa steps, including the 28-day funds rule.
Applying from Sri Lanka
The university's Sri Lanka page sets out these levels:
| Your qualification | Route | IELTS |
|---|---|---|
| One A/L or two A/S levels, plus 5 O/L passes including maths and English | Foundation | 4.5, no band below 4.0 |
| A/Ls at the published tariff, plus O/L maths | Year 1 | 6.0, no band below 5.5 |
| Bachelor's (Special) degree, 55% or above, related subject | Master's | 6.0 or 6.5 by course |
| Bachelor's (Special) degree below that grade | Pre-master's | 5.5, no band below 5.5 |
HIC lists its January 2027 deadlines for applicants from Sri Lanka as 20 November 2026 for the application and 7 December 2026 for the CAS. For timing, see our UK January intake timeline, and request your A/L and O/L certificates online early. Fees are charged in pounds, so ask your bank for its current rate for an LKR figure. The visa TB test is at the IOM clinic in Colombo, and VFS Colombo handles biometrics.
Frequently asked questions
Is the University of Hertfordshire good for international students?
The University of Hertfordshire is 59th in the UK in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2027 and 13th for student experience. It holds a TEF 2023 Silver rating.
What IELTS does the University of Hertfordshire need?
The University of Hertfordshire asks for IELTS 6.0 with no band below 5.5 for undergraduate study and IELTS 6.5 with no band below 5.5 for most postgraduate study. Some courses ask for 7.0 or 7.5.
When are the University of Hertfordshire intakes?
Most University of Hertfordshire courses start in September, and certain courses also start in January. Hertfordshire International College adds a May intake for its pathway programmes.
How much are the University of Hertfordshire fees?
For 2026/27 entry, the University of Hertfordshire charges international students £17,450 a year for a standard undergraduate degree and £17,950 to £22,950 for a standard one-year master's.
Does the University of Hertfordshire offer scholarships?
Yes. The University of Hertfordshire's Chancellor's International Scholarship gives £500 to £4,000 to new international undergraduate and taught postgraduate students, with no separate form.
PS: Whether you start in Hatfield straight away or begin at Hertfordshire International College comes down to your grades and English score. Check your eligibility with Prosper and we will tell you which route fits before you pay a deposit.
References
- Sri Lanka country guidance, University of Hertfordshire, https://herts.ac.uk/international/guidance-for-your-region/south-asia/sri-lanka (accessed 26/10/2026)
- International tuition fees, University of Hertfordshire, https://www.herts.ac.uk/international/scholarships-and-fees/fees (accessed 26/10/2026)
- Tuition fees, University of Hertfordshire, https://www.herts.ac.uk/study/fees-and-funding/tuition-fees (accessed 26/10/2026)
- International scholarships, University of Hertfordshire, https://www.herts.ac.uk/international/scholarships-and-fees/scholarships (accessed 26/10/2026)
- Application requirements, University of Hertfordshire, https://www.herts.ac.uk/international/apply/application-requirements (accessed 26/10/2026)
- International FAQ, University of Hertfordshire, https://herts.ac.uk/international/faq (accessed 26/10/2026)
- Courses for international students, University of Hertfordshire, https://herts.ac.uk/international/apply/courses (accessed 26/10/2026)
- Where to find us, University of Hertfordshire, https://herts.ac.uk/contact-us/where-to-find-us (accessed 26/10/2026)
- Good University Guide 2027 result, University of Hertfordshire news, 18 September 2026, https://www.herts.ac.uk/about-us/news-and-events/news/2026/university-of-hertfordshires-rise-continues-with-eight-place-jump-in-latest-national-league-table (accessed 26/10/2026)
- Complete University Guide 2027 result, University of Hertfordshire news, 3 June 2026, https://www.herts.ac.uk/about-us/news-and-events/news/2026/university-of-hertfordshire-rises-12-places-in-latest-complete-university-guide-2027 (accessed 26/10/2026)
- Teaching Excellence Framework results, University of Hertfordshire news, https://herts.ac.uk/about-us/news-and-events/news/20223/herts-student-experience-and-outcomes-rated-very-high-quality-in-new-teaching-excellence-framework-results (accessed 26/10/2026)
- About Hertfordshire International College, Hertfordshire International College, https://hic.herts.ac.uk/about/hertfordshire-international-college/ (accessed 26/10/2026)
- Dates and deadlines, Hertfordshire International College, https://hic.herts.ac.uk/admission/dates/ (accessed 26/10/2026)
