Rankings of University of Hertfordshire

The University of Hertfordshire (UOH) is a publicly funded university in Hertfordshire, England. The university has two campuses that it operates from; College Lane, and de Havilland. The university works with approximately 25,000 students at any given time, and has 11 distinct schools within the university dedicating themselves to a wide variety of subjects.

Latest ranking updates for University of Hertfordshire
  • March 2025: QS World University Rankings By Subject (Business & Management Studies) update. University of Hertfordshire achieves place 701.
  • March 2025: University of Hertfordshire ranks 1085 in the latest Scimago Institutions Rankings from Scimago Institutions.
  • January 2025: Publication of THE World University Rankings by Subject (Business and Economics). Ranking position #401.
  • December 2024: Publication of QS World University Rankings: Sustainability . Ranking position #1101.
#50
University Guru Meta Ranking
of University of Hertfordshire

among 379 universities in England UK
based on 30 different rankings

University rankings

Historic rankings in TOP global university rankings

Subject rankings

Architecture, Building & Planning

    • #44 
    • #54 
    Architecture
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]

Arts Visual & Performing

    • #45 
    • #55 
    Music
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #51 
    • #62 
    Music
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]

Business

    • #55 
    • #69 
    Business and Management
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #44 
    • #53 
    Marketing
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]

Computer Science

    • #49 
    • #601 
    Computer Science
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 17 January, 2025]

Design

    • #46 
    • #55 
    Graphic Design
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #27 
    • #31 
    Interior Design
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]

Education

    • #50 
    • #62 
    Education
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #55 
    • #501 
    Education
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 17 January, 2025]

Engineering

    • #28 
    • #33 
    Aerospace Engineering
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #19 
    • #29 
    Civil Engineering
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 20 September, 2024]
    • #28 
    • #40 
    Civil Engineering
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #36 
    • #47 
    Electrical And Electronic Engineering
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #48 
    • #61 
    Electrical And Electronic Engineering
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 20 September, 2024]
    • #45 
    • #601 
    Engineering
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 17 January, 2025]
    • #49 
    • #1308 
    Engineering
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2024]
    • #36 
    • #46 
    Mechanical Engineering
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #36 
    • #47 
    Mechanical Engineering
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #44 
    • #56 
    Mechanical Engineering
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 20 September, 2024]

Journalism & Media Studies

    • #31 
    • #37 
    Journalism
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]

Languages & Literature

    • #72 
    • #86 
    English
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]

Law

    • #64 
    • #82 
    Law
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]

Mathematics

Medicine & Health

    • #3 
    • #3 
    Children's Nursing
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #49 
    • #701 
    Medicine
    QS World University Rankings By Subject
    [Published 12 March, 2025]
    • #2 
    • #2 
    Mental Health Nursing
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #13 
    • #16 
    Midwifery
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #3 
    • #4 
    Physiotherapy
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #18 
    • #23 
    Physiotherapy
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 20 September, 2024]
    • #20 
    • #25 
    Physiotherapy
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]

Natural Sciences

    • #39 
    • #54 
    Biology
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #34 
    • #44 
    Physics
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #17 
    • #201 
    Physics
    GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 11 November, 2024]
    • #37 
    • #49 
    Physics and Astronomy
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 20 September, 2024]

Social Studies & Humanities

    • #43 
    • #56 
    Economics
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #23 
    • #28 
    Geography
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #44 
    • #53 
    History
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 20 September, 2024]
    • #65 
    • #79 
    History
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #31 
    • #40 
    Philosophy
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 20 September, 2024]
    • #32 
    • #40 
    Philosophy
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #67 
    • #79 
    Politics
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #58 
    • #72 
    Psychology
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #60 
    • #79 
    Psychology
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #70 
    • #89 
    Psychology
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 20 September, 2024]
    • #47 
    • #301 
    Psychology
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 17 January, 2025]
    • #37 
    • #416 
    Psychology
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2024]
    • #19 
    • #27 
    Social Policy
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 20 September, 2024]
    • #21 
    • #30 
    Social Policy
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #68 
    • #601 
    Social Sciences
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 17 January, 2025]
    • #3 
    • #4 
    Social Work
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #4 
    • #7 
    Social Work
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 20 September, 2024]
    • #7 
    • #11 
    Social Work
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]

Sports Science

    • #37 
    • #47 
    Sports Science
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]

Highest subject rankings for University of Hertfordshire

Mental Health Nursing The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#2 
Medicine & Health
Social Work The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#4 
Social Studies & Humanities
Education The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#12 
Education
Civil Engineering The Times Good University Guide by Subject
#29 
Engineering
Sports Science The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#31 
Sports Science
Interior Design The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#31 
Design
Mathematics The Times Good University Guide by Subject
#33 
Mathematics
Journalism The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#37 
Journalism & Media Studies
Architecture The Times Good University Guide by Subject
#44 
Architecture, Building & Planning
Physics The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#44 
Natural Sciences

Student Ratings for University of Hertfordshire

4.3
University Guru Student Satisfaction Index
based on 559 student ratings
Google logo Google ratings
4.3 (based on 559 student ratings)

“I loved my time at Hertfordshire, and I’ve missed this place since I left. I met so many people here, including long-term friends. The staff are experts in their subject field, and the facilities are well equipped and modern. If I could, I would repeat this experience again from start to finish."

About University of Hertfordshire

PROS

  • Usually, the first thing comes to mind for students at Hertfordshire is the high -quality facilities on campus. Some popular examples include the library and the gym.
  • Learners highlight the university’s spacious and homely accommodation. Students generally feel that they get a lot back in return for what they pay.
  • Ranked among the top 1,000 worldwide by QS World University Rankings, and Times Higher Education. This could be helpful if applying for a high -level job, depending on the employer.

CONS

  • Some students point out that there is not a lot to do in the area. Activities are mostly limited to eating out and going to shipping outlets.

Key facts

Foundation year:
1952
Telephone:
+44 1707 284000
Address:
College Lane
AL10 9AB, Hatfield
England UK
Website:
https://www.herts.ac.uk/
Social:

Requirements for international students / English requirements

IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)

    • 6.5
    • All Degrees
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THE Student Experience Survey by Times Higher Education

Times Higher Education has surveyed 20251 undergraduate students in the UK about their study experience. 186 students of University of Hertfordshire participated in the survey.

Below you'll find the results for each of the survey questions for University of Hertfordshire in comparison to the average for all UK universities.

Overall score: 75.5

Student composition of University of Hertfordshire

Business and Management:
6070
Computing:
3760
Nursing and Midwifery:
3145
Mechanical Engineering:
1505
Education and Teaching:
1425
Law:
1350
Biosciences:
1145
Creative Arts and Design:
1060
Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmacy:
695
Psychology:
650
Electrical And Electronic Engineering:
570
Medicine (Non-Specific):
390
Performing Arts:
320
Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology:
295
Physics and Astronomy:
270
Social Policy:
265
Mathematical Sciences:
215
Sport and Exercise Sciences:
185
English Studies:
165
Agriculture, Food and Related Studies:
145
Geography, Earth and Environmental Studies:
100
Architecture, Building and Planning:
95
Politics:
90
History:
80
Civil Engineering:
75
Philosophy:
60
Languages and Area Studies :
55
India:
4920
Nigeria:
1155
Pakistan:
830
China:
305
Bangladesh:
210
Malaysia:
90
Zimbabwe:
70
Hong Kong (Special Administrative Region of China):
70
Kenya:
60
Vietnam:
55
Nepal:
45
Ghana:
45
Qatar:
45
United States:
45
Egypt:
40
Indonesia:
40
Sri Lanka:
40
Russia:
35
Iran:
30
Turkey:
30
Tanzania:
30
Canada:
30
United Arab Emirates:
30
Philippines:
25
Thailand:
20
Uganda:
20
Kuwait:
20
Saudi Arabia:
20
Peru:
15
Uzbekistan:
15
Zambia:
15
South Africa:
15
Brazil:
15
Australia:
10
Bahrain:
10
Singapore:
10
Jordan:
10
Trinidad and Tobago:
10
Norway:
10
Switzerland:
10
Ukraine:
10
Oman:
5
Albania:
5
Colombia:
5
Chile:
5
Algeria:
5
Mexico:
5
Jamaica:
5
Botswana:
5
British Virgin Islands:
5
Bermuda:
5
Cameroon:
5
Mauritius:
5
Morocco:
5
Kyrgyzstan:
5
Lebanon:
5
Mozambique:
5
Namibia:
5
Iraq:
5
Rwanda:
5
Sierra Leone:
5
Somalia:
5
Africa not otherwise specified:
5
Afghanistan:
5
Brunei:
5
Taiwan:
5
Cambodia:
5
Kazakhstan:
5
Korea (South):
5

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FAQ

University of Hertfordshire ranks #50 in England UK in our meta ranking of 108 university rankings. See rankings of all 379 universities in England UK.

University of Hertfordshire ranks #1 in Hatfield in our meta ranking.

University of Hertfordshire is listed in The Times Good University Guide, The Guardian League Table, CUG The Complete University Guide, THE World University Rankings, QS World University Rankings, US News: Best Global Universities and more. See all 30 rankings of University of Hertfordshire.

University of Hertfordshire achieved #42 in StuDocu World University Ranking - EMEA - Europe, the Middle East and Africa. This is the university’s highest ranking in the 108 rankings tracked on our website. See all rankings for University of Hertfordshire.

University of Hertfordshire achieved the highest ranking for Medicine & Health. It is ranked #2 in (Mental Health Nursing). See all subject rankings for University of Hertfordshire.

A large number of university rankings include surveys among academics on reputation. In our meta ranking of 108 university rankings University of Hertfordshire ranks #1 among universities in Hatfield and #50 among universities in England UK. See all rankings of University of Hertfordshire.

In our meta ranking University of Hertfordshire ranks #50 among all universities in England UK and University of Oxford ranks #1. Apart from rankings you may also want to see the ratings from students who attended the universities.