First Edition (March 2015)

UndergraduateMini Guide 2016

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Contents

Contents Our courses4 Five great reasons to study with us6 Hello Hertfordshire!8 Location 10 Your campus12 Improving your campus14 Accommodation16 Sports facilities18 Students’ Union - the heart of

campus life19 The Forum Hertfordshire20 How much does student life cost?22 Help with course fees and living costs24 Love learning, your way25 Online learning26-33 Our courses34 Study abroad35 A vibrant international community36 All you need for an amazing career38 Supporting you all the way40 Choosing your course42 How do I apply?44 Entry requirements46 Terms and conditions

26 Accounting and Finance26 Agriculture26 Art and Design26 Astrophysics26 Bioscience26 Business and Management27 Computer Science and IT28 Counselling28 Dietetics28 Digital Technology28 Economics28 Education28 Engineering29 English29 Environment30 Extended degrees30 Film and Media30 Geography30 History30 Humanities31 Journalism31 Languages31 Law31 Mathematics31 Midwifery32 Music32 Nursing32 Nutrition32 Optometry32 Paramedic Science32 Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Science32 Philosophy32 Physics33 Physiotherapy33 Psychology33 Radiography33 Social Work33 Sport33 Teacher Training

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great reasons to study with us

Five great reasons to study with us

Many of our courses offer the opportunity for a work placement or to study abroad. These are opportunities to put into practice what you are learning, to build valuable contacts, and to broaden your skills. And it makes a great impression on future employers! To find out more please visit go.herts.ac.uk/studyabroad

2. Work placements and study abroad

Our courses are informed by our relationships with business and industry. They are therefore shaped to give you the transferable skills to enable you to make an effective and lifelong contribution to your chosen field. More than 93% of our graduates are in employment or further study six months after graduating. To find out more please visit go.herts.ac.uk/careers

1. Careers, employability and partnerships

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3. Excellent teaching and researchThe University’s teaching has a reputation for excellence, and is underpinned by research of the highest quality. More than 55% of our research has been rated ‘world leading’ and ‘internationally excellent’ in the Government’s 2014 Research Excellent Framework. Creating a culture of a learning partnership between staff and students is central to our teaching and our award winning staff-student partnership activities are promoted by the Higher Education Academy. To find out more please visit go.herts.ac.uk/research

4. Improving your campus

We’ve invested heavily in our campuses so that we can offer you the best possible environment to study. The £120m de Havilland campus boasts fully equipped accommodation, purpose-built academic buildings, a twenty-four-hour Learning Resources Centre, great sports facilities and a 460-seat auditorium. The £10m Law Building offers spectacular facilities, including a full-scale mock courtroom. But that’s not all: we have investment plans of more than £165m. Our vision is to see greater interaction with students, staff and the local community at our heart. To find out more please visit go.herts.ac.uk/campusdevelopment

5. Location matters

Our campuses have a vibrant community spirit and are modern, self-contained and inspiring places to learn. When you need a break from studying, the cinema and shopping centre are a short walk away. Nearby Hatfield and St Albans have loads to offer, and London is less than half an hour away. To find out more please visit go.herts.ac.uk/placestogo

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Hello Hertfordshire!6

Hello Hertfordshire!

With vibrant towns, lovely countryside, brilliant nights out, top shops and a splash of history, Hertfordshire’s a great place to live, study and generally just enjoy life.

HelloHertfordshire!

The University is based in a lively, safe, modern campus in the town of Hatfield, renowned for its association with the aerospace industry, and one of the safest places in England and Wales to study, ranking as safest in the Eastern Region and ninth safest in the country according to the Complete University Guide Crime Statistics table 2014. Whether you’re looking for a night out, something new to wear or fancy a bit of culture, you’ll find plenty to do in and around Hatfield and nearby St Albans to keep you busy in between lectures.

Right on your doorstep are pubs, clubs, cafés, takeaways, restaurants, galleries, music venues, museums, shopping centres, leisure centres, a stunning country house or two, and… well, you get the picture. In short, we’ve got it all, and in case you can’t find what you want, we know a huge capital city a few miles down the road that probably has it.

London calling! Less than half an hour. That’s all it takes to find yourself in the middle of one of the world’s biggest, most vibrant cities. London. We could easily fill the rest of this prospectus with everything this thriving metropolis has to offer. So we’ll just say it’s got everything for every possible taste and budget and leave it at that. For more information see go.herts.ac.uk/placestogo

Music to your ears If you love music, Hatfield’s a great location to access club nights and gigs. On campus, the Forum Hertfordshire has earned an impressive reputation for great gigs (see page 19), while just down the road is Knebworth, host to historic, gigantic concerts featuring the likes of Red Hot Chili Peppers, Sonisphere, Oasis, Robbie Williams, and even Led Zeppelin back in the day.

Only 25minutes from central London

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Location

Bus The quickest, cheapest and most convenient way to get around is with Uno, our very own bus service. Uno shuttle buses link both campuses.

Along with the region’s public buses, Uno also runs to Hatfield station and town centre, across the region and into North London.

To find out more call +44 (0)1707 255764 or visit unobus.info

Rail Hatfield station (two kilometres from the campuses) is served by First Capital Connect trains from London King’s Cross (usual journey time twenty-two minutes) and Moorgate (usual journey time forty minutes), as well as local services from Cambridge and Peterborough.

Direct local trains run between Hatfield and Stevenage (journey time fifteen minutes), connecting with Intercity services to the North.

There is a taxi rank and bus stop at the station for connections to the campuses; a shuttle bus service operates regularly throughout the day between the College Lane and de Havilland Campuses.

Road The University is close to junction 3 of the A1(M). The postcode for College Lane is AL10 9AB and for de Havilland AL10 9EU.

How to get here by...Air The University is located in the south-east of the UK, near to London. There are a number of airports within travelling distance of the University which handle international flights. London Heathrow and London Luton airports are the closest to the University. For details about travelling to the University from the airport please see herts.ac.uk/international

For more information

go.herts.ac.uk/travel

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Your campus

Your campus

This is where it all happens. Imagine a vibrant, fast-paced environment, a diverse community of students and academics, fantastic new facilities and plenty of inspiring spaces to meet, relax and study.

Investing in your future We’re really proud of our Hatfield campuses, and we think you’ll be seriously impressed too. We’ve poured some big investments into the buildings and facilities to make sure we offer the best possible environment to study in. Both sites feel fresh and new, with a real sense of energy.

Our accommodation is spread over the two campuses, meaning our bustling social venues and world-class learning and sports facilities will be right outside your door. In addition, both sites are linked by a network of paths, cycle routes and a handy shuttle bus.

The College Lane Campus Most of the University’s schools of study are based at College Lane, and you’ll soon get to know it really well. It’s a big, self-contained campus, with lots of modern buildings and some seriously impressive facilities such as the Learning Resources Centre, student accommodation, a medical centre and pharmacy and our amazing Students’ Union complex, Forum Hertfordshire.

The de Havilland Campus Our £120m de Havilland campus is home to the Schools of Humanities, Education, Law and Business. This development combines accommodation, purpose-built academic buildings, a twenty-four hour Learning Resources Centre, great sports facilities and a 460-seat auditorium. When it’s time to take a break, the cinema and shopping centre are just a short walk away.

Our £10m Law building on the de Havilland campus offers facilities that are nothing short of spectacular – modern, flexible teaching spaces, a mediation centre, a practising Law Clinic and a full-scale mock courtroom. We guarantee you’ll be amazed.

Take a look around go.herts.ac.uk/virtualtour

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Improving your campus

Creating a sustainable future We are widely recognised as leading the way in sustainability within the Higher Education sector. Our environment and sustainability team has developed our Environment and Sustainability Policy, and achieved the ISO 14001 accreditation, helping to make our University a more sustainable place to live and study.

The environment and sustainability team works on a wide range of areas including:

• energy and water efficiency• minimising and recycling waste• sustainable travel options, including e-car

and bike hire• sustainable purchasing and fairtrade• community involvement and biodiversity• carbon management

The environment and sustainability team employs student EcoReps to help spread our sustainability message among the student body. Staff also get involved through our environmental representative group, helping to make a difference in their working area. To find out more about our sustainability policies and aims, visit go.herts.ac.uk/sustainable

We are very excited about our current improvement plans, which represent an investment of more than £165m. Our vision is to see greater interaction with students, staff and the local community at our heart.

Hutton Hub The Hutton Hub opened in January 2015 and offers a single centre where students can access all of the services that are essential to University life. From the Campus Pharmacy to the Counselling Centre, the Students’ Union to the Student Centre, everything will be in one place, conveniently located right next to the social facilities within the Forum Hertfordshire.

Student accommodation The first phase of the new student accommodation opened in September 2014. Two additional phases will be constructed between September 2014 and September 2016.

Science Building The new Science Building, opening at the end of 2015, will bring all of the science teaching areas into a purpose-built state-of-the-art facility. The eye-catching light and airy glass building will provide space for both generic and specialist laboratories, as well as open areas for group work, informal learning and socialising between lectures.

Disruption to students will be kept to a minimum. We are sure that the benefits from these new facilities will far outweigh any minor inconvenience that might be experienced while the building works are taking place!

The University is continually investing in its campuses to provide even better facilities to support your learning, teaching and social experiences.

Improvingyour campus

Find out more go.herts.ac.uk/campusdevelopment

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AccommodationFor lots of people, one of the best things about university is the chance to live independently.

So where will you live? Many First Year students choose University accommodation – they’re conveniently located and they’re a great way to mingle and meet people. But there are other options available and whichever you choose, we’ll support you all the way.

College Lane Campus This campus has modern, comfortable and well-equipped accommodation with single study bedrooms, fully fitted kitchens with food lockers and shared bathrooms. There are also plenty of houses and self-contained flats for six to eight students, plus a number of twin rooms. All rooms have Wi-Fi.

An exciting new building project is already transforming the living space and the campus, with new student accommodation. The first phase of the new student accommodation opened in September 2014 and two additional phases will be constructed by September 2016.

The University’s vision is to create a fully inclusive living and learning environment which will significantly enhance your life while at University.

The new accommodation provides 2,500 new bedrooms plus 500 refurbished bedrooms in Telford Court.

The Oval provides a campus gym, common rooms with information learning and social spaces, and a central hub with security and student services.

We have a variety of living arrangements to suit a range of budgets and needs.

The accommodation is generally arranged as either flats or town houses, with a small number of single occupancy studio rooms with their own kitchen and bathroom. The rooms are predominantly en-suite.

In addition to providing a fantastic environment for our students, the new accommodation will also lead the way in sustainability, achieving a true carbon-zero accreditation.

All about University accommodation University accommodation is spread over both campuses. You don’t have to live on the campus where you’re studying, so the choice is all yours.

While places in accommodation are limited, we’re very good at finding rooms for applicants, especially First Year students. We offer an accommodation guarantee for students whose accommodation application is received prior to publication of A level results, followed by your acceptance of an Unconditional Offer prior to 24 August.

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de Havilland Campus This campus offers self-contained flats for around eleven students. The single bedrooms are all en-suite, with fridges and Wi-Fi. Shared kitchens are all fitted out with the latest appliances.

Disabled students We’ll be sure to provide you with a suitable room if you use a wheelchair or have other particular needs. You may be able to stay there after your First Year too, possibly for the entire time you’re studying with us.

EU and international students Joining us from overseas? You’re welcome to apply for accommodation for your First Year. If you’re an international student or from the EU, you’ll need to accept your course place by 31 August.

Accommodation costs There are a range of costs available dependent on the type of accommodation you stay in. The cost for a room at our de Havilland campus is £128.24 per week and the prices for a room at the College Lane campus range from £115.85 to £143.57 for a period of 42 weeks. We also offer Studio rooms for 50 weeks at a cost of £168.07. Twin and double rooms are available at £168.00 per week for 42 weeks for two people sharing. For more information about the rooms available and costs please see go.herts.ac.uk/accommpreview

Want to know more?

go.herts.ac.uk/accommodation

+44 (0)1707 284071

accommodation@herts.ac.uk

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Sports facilitiesWhether you’re a complete beginner or a serious competitor, getting active and playing sport is a great way of keeping fit and making new friends. Our £15m Sports Village on the de Havilland Campus has some of the finest university-based sports and fitness facilities in the country, and as part of the recent campus developments we also have a gym, floodlit 3G pitch, and tennis and netball courts on the College Lane Campus.

Also located in the sports village is the University of Hertfordshire’s Athletic Union which is responsible for the management and development of the twenty-nine student sports clubs – most of which compete in the inter-University BUCS leagues. Visit the AU website uhsport.co.uk/athletic-union for more information about AU clubs.

Social sport activities are organised on both campuses and include some structured, social but still competitive programmes, some ‘pay as you play’ activities and a whole range of regular, very informal sessions run as part of our ‘Active Students’ programme where you’ll find more than forty activities a week available to all. Sessions on the programme include netball, ultimate frisbee, roller skating and zumba. With so much to choose from there is something for everyone. See activestudents.co.uk for details.

Facilities At our Sports Village on de Havilland Campus you’ll find:

• 110-station gym with large free weights area• High-Performance area• Two studios for group exercise classes • Twenty-five-metre eight-lane swimming pool • Two glass-backed squash courts • Three sports halls • Four-net cricket hall • Twelve-metre high indoor climbing wall • Floodlit artificial grass pitches for hockey and

football • Grass pitches for football and rugby • Floodlit netball and tennis courts • Physiotherapy and sports injury clinic

At the residences hub building on College Lane you’ll find:

• A gym with a small free weights area• Floodlit artificial grass training pitch

(one nine-a-side or two seven-a-side pitches) • Floodlit multi-use games area (tennis, netball,

basketball and five-a-side football courts)

Want to know more? go.herts.ac.uk/sportsvillage fb.com/hertssportsvillage @hertssv +44 (0)1707 284466

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Students’ Union

Students’ Union - the heart of campus life

Join the breakdancing society, go see a live band, meet for drinks after lectures, stand up for your rights...

Your Students’ Union (SU) is here to help you get the best out of University life! Societies, club nights, volunteering, skills training, finding a job, representation or needing advice, your SU is here to help!

Nights out The SU runs club and gig nights at the Forum Hertfordshire. These are a great way to get to know new people – particularly important in those first few weeks – see page 19 for more information.

Star-gazing hip-hop skater seeks same Sometimes you wish your friends shared your love of astronomy... and rollerskating... and Kanye West... The SU runs scores of clubs and societies for you to meet people who share your passion, whether it’s chess or chocolate, films or faith, motorsport or midwifery. And if there’s no society for your particular interest, why not start your own?

Give a little, gain a lot Student life doesn’t have to be all studying and partying. The SU has loads of volunteering opportunities as well as the SU fundraising initiative RaG! Not only will this give you that positive feeling that you’re contributing to society, but you’ll also be developing vital skills that will shine out from your CV.

Your voice The Students’ Union is your voice, representing all students at every level of the University. You have the chance to stand up for your fellow students and become a student rep or an elected Officer. You can also get involved in the media side of things, through writing, editing, photography or broadcasting.

Help when you need it The SU has a wealth of trained officers and staff, capable of lending a friendly ear and offering some very sound advice. Accommodation issues, money matters, things just generally not going your way – all made easier by a cup of tea and someone to help. There’s more on support on page 38.

Want to know more?

hertfordshire.su fb.com/hertfordshire.su

@hertssu

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The Forum Hertfordshire

A forumfor fun

Undoubtedly the most popular place on campus is the Forum Hertfordshire. The University’s stunning £38m entertainment venue has earned an impressive reputation for great gigs, classic club nights and stylish socialising.

The Forum Hertfordshire boasts a spacious auditorium and several bars to suit every mood. There’s also a large, rather tasty restaurant, a cool café with Wi-Fi, and a very convenient shop. You’ll find a bunch of services close to the Forum Hertfordshire, such as a nursery, SU jobs shop and more.

Want to know more?

forumhertfordshire.co.uk fb.com/forumhertfordshire

@theforumherts

Turn it up! Ellie Goulding, Florence and the Machine, Example, Tinchy Stryder, Ed Sheeran, will.i.am, Feeder and Professor Green are just some of the acts that have played at the Forum Hertfordshire, and no doubt there will be plenty for you to see during your time here. With a wide range of club nights and live gigs, there is something for everyone at the Forum Hertfordshire.

The Main Room’s state-of-the-art sound system and large purpose-built stage creates a truly powerful atmosphere for all its events. As for mini-club ‘The Attic’ on the top floor, this is a more intimate space with a big atmosphere, playing host to some of the smaller live shows and club nights.

Dressed up or laid back The Balcony bar overlooking the Main Room is perfect for kicking back and people watching, while the funky Style bar is open round the clock for light snacks and smile-inducing cocktails.

If you fancy something a bit more down to earth, the EleHouse pub is a bit of an all-round favourite, with hearty pub grub, a games lounge and a friendly atmosphere.

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How much does student life cost?

How muchdoes studentlife cost?At the University of Hertfordshire we want to make higher education as accessible as possible to as many people as possible, while ensuring we can continue to invest in world-class facilities and academics.

Your education is an investment in your future, something you’ll take with you throughout the rest of your life. Having a degree is the first step to forging a new career, and as a graduate you’ll have many more opportunities to earn a good salary and progress in your chosen occupation. Our fee for UK/EU students studying a full-time undergraduate degree on campus is £9,000 per year. For details on individual course fees see course pages 26-33 in this guide.

Do I have to pay my fees up-front? You will not need to pay any course fees up front; a loan from the Student Loans Company (which you will need to apply for) will cover your fees for your course if you meet the necessary criteria. This loan is added to any other loans you take to cover living costs (see page 22). This means that no matter what your financial situation is, course fees will not be a barrier to studying for a degree with us. For more information visit direct.gov.uk/studentfinance

What about part-time study? If you’re studying part-time you will be charged per fifteen-credit module that you study, rather than by year. The fees you’ll see listed on the course pages of this guide are for full-time study per year. You may also apply for a loan from the Student Loans Company. For part-time course fees, please visit the relevant pages on our website. See go.herts.ac.uk/courses

Financial support There’s lots of other financial help available: grants, loans, scholarships and other support systems can help you with both fees and living costs. See page 22 for more on this.

An in-depth look at our fees How much you pay depends on which course you’re taking and whether you are a UK/EU or International student. For UK/EU full-time students our fees range from £6,000 per year for a Foundation degree in one of our partner colleges to £9,000 per year for campus-based degrees.

NHS courses NHS courses are still government funded, so you won’t need to pay any fees. NHS bursary students can apply for a reduced student loan. Up-to-date information is available at go.herts.ac.uk/fees. UK applicants for NHS courses may also be entitled to a means-tested NHS bursary - to find out more visit nhsbsa.nhs.uk

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How much does student life cost?

Equivalent level qualifications (ELQs) If you are interested in studying for a qualification that is equal to, or lower than, a qualification you already hold you will be charged the standard fee for your course. You may not be eligible for a Tuition Fee Loan, Maintenance Loan or grant. This does not apply to Foundation degrees, PGCEs and health-related subjects. For more information visit www.gov.uk/browse/education/student-finance

For international students If you’re joining us from overseas, you can find all the information you need about tuition fees at: go.herts.ac.uk/international

How much does student life cost? Being a student is an investment of time and money. Accommodation, textbooks, going out and food all need a bit of budgeting. Fortunately, there’s lots of financial support available – see page 22.

Paying for your course If you’re from the UK or EU there’s a new fees and funding system, which we explain on page 22.

Other study costs You’ll need to buy some books during your course. How many will vary from course to course, but if you budget for around £400, that should cover it. Also, depending on what you’re studying, you may need to buy specialist equipment such as art supplies or laboratory overalls, or contribute to a field trip.

Want to know more?

go.herts.ac.uk/fees

go.herts.ac.uk/international www.nhsbsa.nhs.ukTalk it all through: call the Student Centre on

+44 (0)1707 284800

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Help with course fees and living costs

Loans Course-fee Loans These pay the tuition fees for your chosen course. You don’t need to pay up front, and these loans are paid directly to the University.

Living-cost Loans These loans are designed to cover your living expenses such as accommodation, food, books and travel. They are paid straight into your bank account in three termly instalments. Part of the loan (thirty-five per cent) is means tested, so this proportion will depend on your household income. You can get up to £7,434 if you’re living away from home, or up to £6,259 if you’re living at home.

These loans don’t go on your credit files so won’t affect your credit rating. You can apply for both types of loan through Student Finance England at www.gov.uk/browse/education/student-finance

Loans are repaid after you graduate and start earning £21,000 or more.

Grants Depending on your household income, you may be eligible for a grant. The maximum available grant is £3,387, which you won’t have to pay back.

Household income Grant (non-repayable)

£25,000 or less £3,387

£30,000 £2,441

£35,000 £1,494

£40,000 £547

£42,620 or more £0

Scholarships If you’re from a low-income household, we believe you should still have the opportunity to enjoy higher education. If you show a particular ability or aptitude, we want to nurture your talent all the way. That’s why we have an extensive programme of scholarships, which you don’t need to repay. Find out more at go.herts.ac.uk/scholarships

Sports Scholarships Sporting talent is a real gift, and we want to help you realise your potential while you study. Our University of Hertfordshire Sports Scholarships, Talented Athlete Support Fund and Brocket Hall Golf Scholarship all offer different levels of financial and practical support. For more information visit go.herts.ac.uk/scholarships

Sponsored studies If you’re being sponsored through your studies, by your employer for example, please let us have confirmation of this when you register at the start of term.

Supporting students with disabilities If you have a disability, you may need some extra financial support throughout your studies. If you’re a UK student, you could be entitled to a Disabled Students Allowance – see gov.uk/browse/disabilities to find out more. There’s also lots of information on our website at go.herts.ac.uk/disability and skill.org.uk which is the National Bureau for Students with Disabilities.

The figures listed are for 2015 entry. Please visit the relevant websites listed for up-to-date costs.

Help withcourse feesand living costs

There is a lot of support available, with a realistic repayment structure, to help you cover your course fees and living expenses.

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Help with course fees and living costs

Loan repayments • Loans taken out to cover your course fees

and living costs only start to be repaid in the April after you graduate if you are earning more than £21,000 a year.

• If your salary falls below £21,000 your repayments stop – for example if you take a career break or are unemployed. Repayments only start again when you earn more than £21,000.

• You only repay nine per cent of what you earn over £21,000. So for example, if your salary was £25,000, you would be earning £4,000 over £21,000 and therefore repay nine per cent of the £4,000 per year – which is £30 per month.

• Loan repayments will be deducted from your salary, normally through the tax system.

• If you have not repaid your loan after thirty years it is written off.

Interest Course fee loans and loans to cover living costs are combined into one loan for repayment after you graduate from university. The facts about repaying your loan and the interest rates applied to your loan are detailed below.

• Interest on your loan will be applied at inflation (RPI – Retail Price Index) plus three per cent while you are studying, and up until the April after you leave university or college.

• From the April after you leave university or college, if you are earning below £21,000, interest will be applied at the rate of inflation.

• For graduates earning between £21,000 and £41,000, interest will be applied between RPI and RPI + three per cent on a gradual scale depending on income.

• For graduates earning above £41,000, interest will be applied at RPI + three per cent.

For more information visit go.herts.ac.uk/fees

Want to know more?www.gov.uk/browse/education/student-finance

go.herts.ac.uk/scholarships

go.herts.ac.uk/disability

go.herts.ac.uk/fees

Talk it all through: call the Student Centre on

+44 (0)1707 284800

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Love learning, your way

Love learning,your way

Whichever course you choose, you’ll need to do some work outside lectures and seminars (don’t worry, you’ll have plenty of free time too).

We know that everyone likes to study in a different way and at different times, so our learning resources are available twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. So whether you’re a night owl or an early bird, you can use them day or night.

Getting together or going it alone Studying isn’t just about poring over books in a silent room. University is a melting pot of passionate arguments and boundary-pushing ideas; it’s about getting together to solve a problem, practise a presentation or debate ideas. Sometimes you’ll want a little quiet time to study alone. That’s why we have approximately 3,000 study spaces available in our learning resources centres – with everything from silent study to group-work spaces.

Fantastic facilities and cutting-edge technology You’ll probably be asked to present your work in a variety of ways, and our brilliant equipment and facilities mean you can have some fun at the same time. There’s everything from high-tech science labs to video studios and editing suites; in fact, we’re always investing in new technology that reflects what you can expect to use in your chosen profession.

You’ll also find university computers and Wi-Fi access throughout so you can tap into the internet, use software and our online library of journals and e-books anytime, anywhere.

Don’t forget there’s plenty of support to help you both online and on campus; and there’s assistive technology for those with a disability.

Stay connected with StudyNet What is it? It’s your University online, where you can submit your coursework and find course resources, lecture notes, blogs, academic advice, news, events and more. Plus you can access it from absolutely anywhere.

It’s particularly helpful if you’re balancing studies with a job or family, as you can log on whenever it suits you. You can also join in online discussions, helping you stay in touch with other students, as well as lecturers and tutors.

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Online Learning

Studying by online distance learning is a flexible way to complete your degree. There is no need to come on campus for lectures, making it easier to fit studies around work and other commitments.

Study with UH Online Online Study through distance learning has been pioneered at the University of Hertfordshire for several years and provides an increasingly popular alternative to the traditional three-year degree taught on campus.

How it works Our online degrees are based on their on-campus equivalents; they follow a similar approach and, wherever possible, cover the same topics. They are designed and delivered by the same lecturers and tutors, and supported by educational technologists and other specialists.

The online degrees are taught and assessed in a way specifically designed for the online medium and for those who need to study flexibly. You can study at a rate to suit you. Modules start and end on a fixed date and you can pace your study to fit in around work, family or other commitments.

We also provide you with textbooks and e-books when you need them. Assessment is through coursework, which will have fixed deadlines and may include scheduled online tests.

Unable to get to University?Let the University come toyou, online

Find out more go.herts.ac.uk/online

High academic quality standards All University of Hertfordshire online courses have the same high academic quality standard as our on-campus qualifications.

Just like on campus, all online courses receive employer input to ensure our qualifications give you the most relevant skills for your career.

International community Learn and work with an international community of students online. Distance learning allows you to gain access to expertise and networking opportunities with working professionals on a global scale.

Fees and Student Finance Fees for online study tend to be less than studying on campus. You pay as you study and may be eligible for a Tuition Fee Loan from Student Finance.

We offer online Undergraduate courses in:

• Business Administration (see page 26)• Business and Sport Management (for

sports professionals only) (see page 27)• Computer Science and IT (see page 27)• Education (see page 28)

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Our courses

Our courses UCAS tariff

UCAS code

Full-time annual fee

Course website

Accounting and FinanceAccounting, BA (Hons) 240-280 N400 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/N400

Accounting and Finance, BA (Hons) 240-280 NN43 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/NN43

Accounting Joint Honours, BA (Hons) 240-280 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/HBSJH

Finance, BA (Hons) 240-280 N300 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/N300

Finance Joint Honours, BA (Hons) 240-280 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/HBSJH

AgricultureSustainable Agriculture and Food Security, BSc (Hons) 240 4S63 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/4S63

Art and DesignArt Therapies and Wellbeing Foundation N/A N/A see website go.herts.ac.uk/CCFTH

Contemporary Design Crafts (Ceramics and Glass), BA (Hons)

240 W703 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/W703

Contemporary Design Crafts (Jewellery), BA (Hons) 240 W701 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/W701

Contemporary Design Crafts (Textiles), BA (Hons) 240 W702 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/W702

Fashion, BA (Hons) 240 W230 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/W230

Fashion and Fashion Business, BA (Hons) 240 W231 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/W231

Fine Art, BA (Hons) 240 W100 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/W100

Graphic Design, BA (Hons) 240 W210 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/W210

Illustration, BA (Hons) 240 W221 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/W221

Industrial Design, BSc (Hons) 240 W241 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/W241

Interior Architecture and Design, BA (Hons) 240 W251 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/W251

Product Design, BA (Hons) 240 W240 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/W240

AstrophysicsAstrophysics, BSc (Hons) 320 F501 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/F501

Astrophysics, MPhys 340 F511 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/F511

BioscienceBiochemistry, BSc (Hons) 280 C1CR £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/C1CR

Biological Science, BSc (Hons) 280 C902 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/C902

Biomedical Science, BSc (Hons) 280 B990 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/B990

Healthcare Science (Life Sciences), BSc (Hons) 280 B901 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/B901

Molecular Biology, BSc (Hons) 280 C1C7 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/C1C7

Pharmacology, BSc (Hons) 280 B210 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/B210

Business and ManagementBusiness Administration, BA (Hons) 240-280 N252 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/N252

Business Administration (taught online), BA (Hons) see website N/A see website go.herts.ac.uk/online

Business Administration (Top-Up), BA (Hons) see website N251 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/N251

Business Administration (Top-Up) (taught online), BA (Hons) see website N/A see website go.herts.ac.uk/online

Business Analysis and Management (Top-up), BSc (Hons) see website N/A see website go.herts.ac.uk/HBS

Dependent on subject combination

Open programme

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Business and Sport Management (taught online) (sports professionals only), BSc (Hons)

see website N/A see website go.herts.ac.uk/ontopform

Business Joint Honours, BA/BSc (Hons) 280 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/HBSJH

Business Studies, BA (Hons) 240-280 N100 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/N100

Event Management, BA (Hons) 240-280 N820 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/N820

Event Management Joint Honours, BA (Hons) 240-280 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/HBSJH

Financial Management (Top-up), BSc (Hons) see website N/A see website go.herts.ac.uk/HBS

Human Resources Management, BA (Hons) 240-280 N600 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/N600

Human Resources Management Joint Honours, BA (Hons)

240-280 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/HBSJH

International Business, BA (Hons) 240-280 N120 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/N120

International IT Management for Business (IITMB), BSc (Hons)

240-280 GN5F £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/GN5F

International Management (Dual Award), BA (Hons) 240-280 N290 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/N290

IT Management for Business (ITMB), BSc (Hons) 240-280 GN52 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/GN52

Management, BA (Hons) 240-280 N201 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/N201

Marketing, BA (Hons) 240-280 N500 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/N500

Marketing Joint Honours, BA (Hons) 240-280 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/HBSJH

Marketing and Advertising, BA (Hons) 240-280 N590 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/N590

Marketing with Digital Communications, BA (Hons) 240-280 N501 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/N501

Marketing with Fashion, BA (Hons) 240-280 N5W2 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/N5W2

Tourism Management, BA (Hons) 240-280 N800 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/N800

International Tourism Management, BA (Hons) 240-280 N830 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/N830

Computer Science and ITComputer Science, BSc (Hons) 260 G400 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/G400

Computer Science (taught online), BSc (Hons) see website N/A see website go.herts.ac.uk/online

Computer Science, MEng 300 G402 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/G402

Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence), BSc (Hons) 260 GG47 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/GG47

Computer Science (Networks), BSc (Hons) 260 G491 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/G491

Computer Science (Software Engineering), BSc (Hons) 260 GG46 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/GG46

Computing Joint Honours, BA/BSc (Hons) 280 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/JH

Information Technology, BSc (Hons) 260 G501 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/G501

Information Technology (taught online), BSc (Hons) see website N/A see website go.herts.ac.uk/online

Computer Science/Information Technology (Direct Entry), BSc (Hons)

N/A G403 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/G403

Computer Science/Information Technology (Direct Entry Final Year) (taught online), BSc(Hons)

N/A N/A see website go.herts.ac.uk/online

Software Development for Business, BSc(Hons) 280 I301 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/I301

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Counselling

Counselling, Certificate of Higher Education/ University Diploma

N/A N/A see website go.herts.ac.uk/HEUDIC

Dietetics

Dietetics, Certificate of Higher Education/University Diploma/BSc (Hons)

300 B410 see website go.herts.ac.uk/B410

Digital Technology

Broadcast Media Technology, BSc (Hons) 240 P901 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/P901

Computer and Network Technology, BSc (Hons) 240 G420 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/G420

Mobile and Smart Systems, BSc (Hons) 240 I300 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/I300

Multimedia Systems Technology, BSc (Hons) 240 P310 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk//P310

Economics

Business Economics, BA (Hons) 240-280 L112 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/L112

Economics, BA (Hons) 240-280 L101 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/L101

Economics Joint Honours, BA/BSc (Hons) 280 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/JH

Education

Early Childhood Education, BA (Hons) 260 X310 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/X310

Education Studies, BA (Hons) 260 X390 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/X390

Education Studies with Learning & Teaching, BA (Hons) 260 X303 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/X303

Education Studies with Special Educational Needs & Disability, BA (Hons)

260 X304 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/X304

Organisational and Professional Learning (taught online), FdSc/BSc

see website N/A see website go.herts.ac.uk/online

Engineering

Aerospace Engineering, BEng (Hons) 260 H410 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/H410

Aerospace Engineering, MEng 320 H401 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/H401

Aerospace Engineering with Space Technology, BEng (Hons)

260 H400 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/H400

Aerospace Engineering with Space Technology, MEng 320 H402 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/H402

Aerospace Systems Engineering, BEng (Hons) 260 H430 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/H430

Aerospace Systems Engineering, MEng 320 H431 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/H431

Aerospace Systems Engineering with Pilot Studies, BEng (Hons)

260 H492 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/H492

Aerospace Systems Engineering with Pilot Studies, MEng 320 H491 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/H491

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Aerospace Technology with Management, BSc (Hons) 240 H422 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/H422

Aerospace Technology with Pilot Studies, BSc (Hons) 240 H490 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/H490

Automotive Engineering, BEng (Hons) 260 H330 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/H330

Automotive Engineering, MEng 320 H341 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/H341

Automotive Engineering with Motorsport, BEng (Hons) 260 H335 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/H335

Automotive Engineering with Motorsport, MEng 320 H336 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/H336

Automotive Technology with Management, BSc (Hons) 240 H342 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/H342

Biomedical Engineering, BEng (Hons) 280 H160 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/H160

Biomedical Engineering, MEng 320 H161 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/H161

Digital Communications and Electronics, BEng (Hons) 260 H641 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/H641

Digital Communications and Electronics, MEng 320 H646 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/H646

Digital Systems and Computer Engineering, BEng (Hons) 260 H651 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/H651

Digital Systems and Computer Engineering, MEng 320 H654 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/H654

Electrical and Electronic Engineering, BEng (Hons) 260 H600 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/H600

Electronic Engineering and Mechatronics, BEng (Hons) 260 H601 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/H601

Electronic Engineering and Mechatronics, MEng 320 H602 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/H602

Mechanical Engineering, BEng (Hons) 260 H300 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/H300

Mechanical Engineering, MEng 320 H301 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/H301

Mechanical Engineering and Mechatronics, BEng (Hons) 260 H304 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/H304

Mechanical Engineering and Mechatronics, MEng 320 H303 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/H303

Motorsport Technology, BSc (Hons) 240 H331 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/H331

English

English Language & Communication, BA (Hons) 280 Q100 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/Q100

English Language & Communication Joint/Combined Honours, BA (Hons)

280 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/ELANG

English Literature, BA (Hons) 280 Q300 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/Q300

English Literature Joint/Combined Honours, BA (Hons) 280 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/ELIT

Environment

Environmental Management, BSc (Hons) 240 F855 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/F855

Environmental Management with Agriculture, BSc (Hons) 240 F7D4 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/F7D4

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Extended degrees

Extended degrees in Engineering, BEng/BSc (Hons) 120 £6,000 go.herts.ac.uk/EDE

Extended degrees in Science, BSc (Hons)/MPharm 120 £6,000 go.herts.ac.uk/IDKIYS

Film and Media

2D Animation and Character for Digital Media, BA (Hons) 280 W616 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/W616

3D Animation and Modelling, BA (Hons) 280 W617 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/W617

3D Games Art and Design, BA (Hons) 280 W280 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/W280

Digital Media Arts, BA (Hons) 240 P390 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/P390

Film and Television Post-Production, BA (Hons) 280 W601 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/W601

Film and Television Production, BA (Hons) 280 W602 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/W602

Interactive Media Design, BA (Hons) 240 W285 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/W285

Model Design (Character and Creative Effects), BA (Hons) 240 W452 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/W452

Model Design (Model Effects), BA (Hons) 240 W292 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/W292

Model Design (Special Effects), BA (Hons) 240 W451 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/W451

Photography, BA (Hons) 240 W641 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/W641

Visual Effects for Film and Television, BA (Hons) 280 W614 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/W614

Geography

Geography, BSc (Hons) 240 F800 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/F800

Human Geography, BSc (Hons) 240 L700 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/L700

Human Geography with Environmental Studies, BSc (Hons) 240 L7F9 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/L7F9

Physical Geography, BSc (Hons) 240 L804 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/L804

History

History, BA (Hons) 280 V100 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/V100

History Joint/Combined Honours, BA (Hons) 280 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/HIST

Humanities

Humanities Open Programme, BA (Hons) 280 QRV0 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/QRV0

Humanities Minor subjects • American Studies • Creative Writing • English Language Teaching • Film • Journalism • Media Cultures • New Media Publishing • Public History • Religious Studies

280 see website £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/hminor

Dependent on subject combination

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Journalism and Creative Writing, BA (Hons) 280 P900 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/P900

Journalism and Media, BA (Hons) 280 P903 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/P903

Mass Communications, BA (Hons) 280 P300 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/P300

Media and Creative Writing, BA (Hons) 280 P902 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/P902

Media and Publishing, BA (Hons) 280 P904 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/P904

Journalism

Journalism and Media Cultures Joint Honours, BA (Hons)

280 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/JH

Languages

Languages Joint/Combined Honours, BA/BSc (Hons) • French • German • Italian • Japanese • Mandarin Chinese • Spanish

280 £9,000go.herts.ac.uk/language

Law

Commercial Law, LLB (Hons) 280 M221 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/M221

Government and Politics, LLB (Hons) 280 M190 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/M190

Law, LLB (Hons) 280 M100 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/M100

Law, LLB (Hons) Accelerated (two-year) 300 M101 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/M101

Law Joint Honours, BA/BSc (Hons) 280 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/JH

Mathematics

Financial Mathematics, BSc (Hons) 280 GN13 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/GN13

Mathematics, BSc (Hons) 280 G100 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/G100

Mathematics Joint Honours, BA/BSc (Hons) 280 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/JH

Midwifery

Midwifery and Women's Health, BSc (Hons) N/A N/A see website go.herts.ac.uk/MWH

Midwifery with RM, BSc (Hons) 300 B720 NHS funded go.herts.ac.uk/B720

Pre-registration Midwifery (Shortened), BSc (Hons) see website see website see website go.herts.ac.uk/MSHORT

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Music

Audio Recording and Production, BSc (Hons) 260 W374 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/W374

Music Industry Management, BSc (Hons) 280 WN32 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/WN32

Music Composition and Technology, BSc (Hons) 260 W300 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/W300

Music Composition and Technology for Film and Games, BSc (Hons)

260 W392 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/W392

Music Technology, BSc (Hons) 260 W352 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/W352

Songwriting and Music Production, BSc (Hons) 260 W3T4 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/W3T4

Sound Design Technology, BSc (Hons) 260 W391 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/W391

Nursing

Pre-registration Nursing, BSc (Hons)

• Adult Nursing • Children’s Nursing • Learning Disabilities Nursing • Mental Health Nursing

B700B702B761B701

260280260260

NHS fundedNHS fundedNHS fundedNHS funded

go.herts.ac.uk/B700go.herts.ac.uk/B702go.herts.ac.uk/B761 go.herts.ac.uk/B701

Post-registration Nursing, BSc (Hons)

• Contemporary Nursing • Specialist Community Nursing• Specialist Community and Public Health Nursing

N/AN/AN/A

N/AN/AN/A

see websitesee websitesee website

go.herts.ac.uk/CNBSCgo.herts.ac.uk/SCNgo.herts.ac.uk/SCPHN

Nutrition

Nutrition, BSc (Hons) 240 B400 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/B400

Optometry

Optometry, MOptom 340 B510 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/B510

Paramedic Science

Applied Paramedic Science, BSc (Hons) N/A N/A see website go.herts.ac.uk/APS

Paramedic Science, BSc (Hons) 300 B780 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/B780

Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Science

Pharmaceutical Science, BSc (Hons) 280 B202 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/B202

Pharmacy, MPharm 320 B230 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/B230

Philosophy

Philosophy, BA (Hons) 280 V500 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/V500

Philosophy Joint/Combined Honours, BA/BSc (Hons) 280 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/JH

Physics

Physics, BSc (Hons) 320 F300 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/F300

Physics, MPhys 340 F304 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/F304

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Physiotherapy

Physiotherapy, BSc (Hons) 320 B160 NHS funded go.herts.ac.uk/B160

Psychology

Psychology, BSc (Hons) 280 C800 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/C800

Psychology Joint Honours, BA/BSc (Hons) 280 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/JH

Radiography

Diagnostic Radiography and Imaging, BSc (Hons) 300 B821 NHS funded go.herts.ac.uk/B821

Radiotherapy and Oncology, BSc (Hons) 300 B822 NHS funded go.herts.ac.uk/B822

Social Work

Social Work, BSc (Hons) 260 L500 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/L500

Sport

Sport and Exercise Science, BSc (Hons) 280 C600 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/C600

Sports Therapy, BSc (Hons) 300 CB63 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/CB63

Sports Studies, BSc (Hons) 280 C602 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/C602

Sports Studies Joint Honours, BA/BSc (Hons) 280 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/JH

Teacher Training

Primary Education (Lower), BEd (Hons) 280 X120 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/X120

Primary Education, BEd (Hons) 280 X122 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/X122

Primary, PGCE see website X171 £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/X171

Secondary, PGCE N/A see website £9,000 go.herts.ac.uk/PGCE

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Study abroad

Study abroad:opening up a world of possibilities

There is a great big world out there and we will help you explore it. Spend part of your course studying or working abroad and you will not only have an amazing time, you will also pick up valuable skills and experience which today’s businesses really value.

With more and more companies working internationally, there has never been a better time to be well travelled. Experience of living in another country – and even better, speaking the language – can make a great impression on future employers. You will also have the time of your life.

Most of our students have the opportunity to spend time studying at one of our many partner universities overseas. It is an adventure you will never forget, boosting your confidence, increasing your independence, introducing you to new friends and networks, and giving you a fresh perspective on the world.

What will it cost? Not as much as you think. In many countries the cost of living is lower than in the UK and you will still be eligible for loans from Student Finance England.

When you study abroad, you pay no tuition fees to the partner university. If you are an EU national and study abroad for the whole year in the Second Year, you pay a reduced tuition fee to us. If you take an extra study abroad year between the Second and Final Years, you pay no tuition fees to us, whatever your nationality.

You will also be eligible for an Erasmus+ grant to help with travel and living costs in Europe. The Erasmus+ Programme, funded by the European Commission, is the premier scheme for students across Europe who wish to study abroad as part of their degree. It provides grants for study exchange as well as work placements in Europe.

In addition, we offer scholarships from Santander Bank and our own Global Scholarships if you venture further afield outside of Europe.

Where can I go? We have more than 160 partnerships around the world, ranging from the USA, Canada and Latin America to South Africa, China, Korea, Japan, India, south-east Asia, and Australia. We are also part of the Erasmus+ Programme, which gives you the chance to live, study and work in around twenty European countries. We are continually adding new and exciting destinations.

How long can I stay? It depends on your course and where you would like to go. You can study for three months, a semester or a whole year, with the chance of taking a work placement too. If for some reason you cannot take a semester or year, we also offer summer schools in Europe and Asia.

Do I need to speak the language? Not necessarily. You can study in English at many of our partner universities in non-English-speaking countries, learning the local language alongside as a bonus. Being surrounded by native speakers will help you improve quickly and get even more out of your international experience.

Want to study with us and from an overseas university? Our thriving study abroad programme welcomes students from all of our partner universities. Why not look at the list of partners on our website. If we are a partner, you can apply to us through your home university. If not a partner, you can still apply to us as a fee-paying study abroad student.

Want to know more? go.herts.ac.uk/studyabroad studyabroad@herts.ac.uk

Co-funded by European Union

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A vibrant international community

A vibrant internationalcommunity

Take a quick tour of our campuses and you’ll bump into students from all over the world, including Turkey, Nigeria, Singapore, Canada, Germany and China.

Immigration requirements Firstly you need to know what type of entry clearance or visa you need to study here. Your local British Council or British Mission can help. See go.herts.ac.uk/visa

Local representatives To assist international students, we’ve set up a network of representatives throughout the world. They’re there to offer advice, information and support, and can also help with your application. To find your nearest representative visit go.herts.ac.uk/countries

Before you get here Moving to a different country is a big step. So before you set foot on a plane, we’ll give you a detailed guide that will help you plan your journey and will explain how to secure your accommodation, what to do before you get here, and what to expect when you do. Visit go.herts.ac.uk/predep

We have more than 2,800 international students from 100 countries which makes for a wonderfully interesting and vibrant community, full of varied opinions, experiences and cultural backgrounds – everything a contemporary and stimulating university should be. In fact, we’ve recently been ranked 52nd in the 100 most international universities in the world, a league table produced by Times Higher Education.

Hertfordshire is an attractive destination for international students: great courses, lots of support and we’re close to London. Before you apply, there are a few things to remember…

Help is at hand Immigration, work permits, financial matters… there’s lots of things to think about. For sound, confidential advice from trained experts, talk to our International Student Support Team. They also organise a social programme for international students, which includes trips to other parts of the UK and Europe.

Get ready to study We offer a number of courses to help you prepare for academic study:

International Foundation Programme A full-time course designed to help you improve your English and subject specialist skills before you go on to your degree course. Visit go.herts.ac.uk/prep

English for Academic Studies A course for those who meet our academic requirements but who have not yet achieved the appropriate English language level. Visit go.herts.ac.uk/prep

Pre-sessional English An additional course designed to improve your spoken and written English to meet our language requirements. Visit go.herts.ac.uk/prep

Hertfordshire International College (HIC) HIC is your pathway to a degree at the University of Hertfordshire. If you don’t quite make the academic grade to join one of the University’s courses, HIC, our on-campus pathway provider, offers a flexible alternative route in a range of subject areas. For a full list of pathway courses, visit hic.navitas.com

Find out more

go.herts.ac.uk/international

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All you need for an amazing career

In addition to stimulating courses, designed to help you stand out to employers, we offer support to help enhance your experience and skills for a successful career.

All you need for an amazingcareer

The right connections We are the UK’s leading business-facing university. As well as working with big blue-chip companies, public sector and professional bodies, we work closely with small and medium-sized enterprises, to drive diverse and exciting employment opportunities for our students. Our long-standing links with employers not only provide essential work experience, placements and graduate roles, but employers also input regularly to our course content to ensure our courses exceed their needs and expectations. From English Literature to Economics, and Computer Science to Nursing, every one of our courses embeds the skills that employers are looking for. Furthermore, employers present regularly on campus, both in- and extra-curricular, as part of our full schedule of events to promote employability.

Outstanding careers support CareerHub is our class-leading careers portal, and is updated daily to provide our students with 24/7 access to expert careers support, online resources and the latest advertised graduate, placement and work experience roles. In addition to this, we hold regular events, fairs, careers and enterprise appointments – a complete package that gives our students a vital boost to plan their future. Our team excel in giving information, advice and guidance that will give you a flying start to wherever you’re headed next. Based on both campuses, the Careers, Employment and Enterprise Service hosts a vibrant and packed schedule of events and workshops designed to support you through all stages of the recruitment process.

Placements that add real value University of Hertfordshire enjoys a fantastic reputation with employers and students for our placement opportunities, which range from vacation work to full-year placements. Every year hundreds of students take enormous strides forward in their career by partaking in a placement supported by the University; many secure graduate employment based on the success of their placements. View our Work Experience video here go.herts.ac.uk/workexperience

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All you need for an amazing career

Supporting you in self-employment The skills you learn during your studies can be just as applicable to creating your own business. We have dedicated enterprise advisers to support our students in their quest for self-employment, whether they are looking to work as a freelancer, start their own company, or set up a social enterprise or not-for-profit venture. Our wide range of services includes one-to-one advice sessions, inspirational speaker events, an annual competition for budding entrepreneurs and a Business Start-up Programme where you can fast-track your business idea with the help and support of peers and mentors. We also provide office space and facilities in our Incubation Centre for you to grow your business alongside your studies.

Please visit go.herts.ac.uk/enterprise for more information.

It’s never really goodbye... Careers, Employment and Enterprise offer continued support for up to two years after graduation. We offer an additional year for enterprise activities as we realise that graduates may want to start a business later on. Even when you graduate, you’ll always have a friend in the University of Hertfordshire. We realise the importance of networking, so all graduates automatically become members of our Alumni Association. It puts you in contact with graduates who’ve made successful careers in your field, and has the potential to open up career opportunities for you. You can find out more and read some of our graduates’ stories at go.herts.ac.uk/alumni

Want to know more? go.herts.ac.uk/careers careers@herts.ac.uk

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Supporting you all the way

Supporting you all the way

You may feel a bit homesick, or overwhelmed, or just unwell. But whatever challenges come your way, believe us when we say you’re not alone. We’re always here to help. From financial advice to confidential counselling, we provide all kinds of support and advice. We’ll give you a full guide to our support services when you start, but here’s a quick preview.

Chaplaincy and religion We have a full-time chaplain who represents all the Christian denominations and leads a multi-faith team to help the whole student community. The chaplain is in regular contact with other faith groups in the area and can provide you with details of events and contacts. If you’re looking to worship, enjoy some quiet meditation or discuss your faith with others, we have a multi-faith, multicultural centre based on the College Lane Campus. We also have student-run societies for most of the major faiths. Find out more chaplain@herts.ac.uk

Student Wellbeing – Counselling and Disability

Our Counselling and Mental Health team We offer free, professional and confidential counselling and specialist mental health advice delivered by a team of experienced staff. We also offer group workshops, a small library and extensive online information and self-help resources.

Our Disability team We are an experienced team of specialist staff who can offer advice and agree adjustments for your studies. We can also help you to access a wide range of specialist services and tailor support to meet your specific needs.

For further advice and information about Student Wellbeing: go.herts.ac.uk/disabilityherts.ac.uk/counsellingCall +44 (0)1707 284453Email studentwellbeing@herts.ac.ukOr come to visit us in the Student Wellbeing area of the Hutton Hub.

Disabled applicants If you would like a copy of this prospectus in a different format, please contact the Admissions Service on +44 (0)1707 284800Email: ask@herts.ac.uk

University Medical Centre It is important to look after your health and we are here to help when you need it. We provide a modern, friendly GP surgery based on our College Lane campus. The surgery offers everything you would expect from a GP practice including expert and confidential advice on many health issues. Don’t forget to register with the practice when you start your studies.

Students’ Union Not at your best? Our Students’ Union runs the Advice and Support Centre. The team can help with a wide range of personal, academic, social and health issues. No problem is too big or too small. It’s all free and it’s completely confidential. Advice and Support Centre opens its doors Monday to Friday, with no need to book an appointment. It offers other services too, like free access to a legal adviser.

Day nursery If you have young children, you’ll be happy to know we have a nursery right here on the College Lane Campus. It caters for children up to five years old and demand is usually high, so make sure you apply as soon as you can. To find out more call +44 (0)1707 284448, or email nursery@herts.ac.uk go.herts.ac.uk/daynursery

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Supporting you all the way

Equality and diversity Equality and diversity is important to the University. We strive to create and maintain an inclusive, safe and supportive learning environment for all our students, so that they are able to reach their full potential.

We aim to:• promote a culture of fairness, dignity and respect • attract a diverse student population• advance equality of opportunity to constantly

improve student outcomes• deal with complaints of unfair treatment,

harassment and bullying effectively.

To find out more visit go.herts.ac.uk/equality You can speak to our Head of Equality on +44 (0)1707 289362/284982, or email equality@herts.ac.uk

Find out moreIf you’ve got any questions about the support we offer, you can get in touch with the Office of the Dean of Students on

+44 (0)1707 284451 or email

deanofstudents@herts.ac.ukThey’ll be happy to help.

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Choosing your course

Choosingyour course

Whether you’re joining us straight from school, or planning to study part-time while working or raising a family, our flexible choices mean we have the right course for you. Let’s take a look at what’s on offer...

Honours (Hons) degree You’ll study for three years full-time or five years part-time, and depending on your course and final grade, you’re likely to graduate with one of the following:

• BA Honours (Bachelor of Arts)• BSc Honours (Bachelor of Science)• BEd Honours (Bachelor of Education)• BEng Honours (Bachelor of Engineering)• LLB Honours (Bachelor of Laws)

Our degree courses are made up of modules (some compulsory, others optional), and you’ll normally need to complete twenty-four for an Honours degree.

Joint honours degree Can’t choose between subjects? Study two! We have a large range of subjects you can mix and match. In your First Year you’ll split your study equally between the two. In your Second and Final Years, you can continue to study equally or make one a major subject and one a minor. For details visit go.herts.ac.uk/jh

Foundation degrees/HNDs Don’t worry if you haven’t got the qualifications you need for an honours degree; you can still take a Foundation degree or Higher National Diploma (HND). These are run mainly through our local college network, and you’ll usually study full-time for two years. To find out more please visit go.herts.ac.uk/foundation

Extended degrees If you don’t have the right qualifications, you can take a preliminary year at a nearby college, progressing to the full honours degree the following year. To find out more please visit go.herts.ac.uk/extendeddegrees

Work placement degrees/Sandwich This is a brilliant opportunity to get some real experience in the workplace. Some of our courses last four years, so you can spend your Third Year developing skills working for a company in the UK or overseas. Sometimes this even leads to a graduate job.

Your timetable If you’re studying full-time, you can expect between ten and twenty hours a week of lessons, seminars, tutorials and practical sessions. But before you think ‘great, plenty of time to put my feet up’, you’ll also need to spend time studying away from the lecture theatre, either at home or at one of our Learning Resources Centres (LRCs).

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Choosing your course

Come to an open dayOne of the best ways to help you choose your course is to attend one of our open days. For more information see back cover.

You can also study part-time if you need your studies to fit around work or family life. A part-time degree usually takes five years, and you’ll probably have to attend at least one lecture a week. Contact our Student Centre on +44 (0)1707 284800 to find out more.

Credit Accumulation and Transfer programme (CATS) A really flexible way to study. Essentially, you create your own study programme, choosing modules from different subject areas which you’ll then study at your own pace. This is perfect if you’re returning to study after some time away, as you can even gain credits for any prior certificated or experiential learning, reducing the time you need to achieve your award.

Making the grade The way we assess your work varies depending on your course, but there’s usually a mixture of exams, coursework and a Final Year project or dissertation (an in-depth piece of work).

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How do I apply?

If you’re a UK/EU student applying for any full-time undergraduate degree course with us, you’ll need to submit your application online at ucas.com. Don’t forget to use the University of Hertfordshire institution code, HERTS H36

Using UCAS UCAS is the University and Colleges Admissions Service, a central organisation that handles all full-time higher-education applications in the UK. Anyone applying for a university place gets to know UCAS pretty well, as they handle your application, send out offers of places and pass your exam grades to your chosen universities.

Any questions? The UCAS website is really helpful and should tell you everything you need to know. Or you can speak to a UCAS adviser on +44 (0)371 468 0468.

Dates to remember The deadline for applying always comes round quickly. To start your course in 2016, you should get your application in between 1 September 2015 and 15 January 2016. This will ensure you have time to visit your chosen universities and apply for student finance and accommodation. The application deadline for art and design courses will be either 15 January or 24 March. You can double-check this by looking up your course on the UCAS website.

Information for international students If you’re applying from outside the UK, the application process may be slightly different. See go.herts.ac.uk/international for more information.

Nursing and midwifery courses Unless you’re already registered as a nurse or midwife, just apply through UCAS as normal. If you’re applying for a post-registration course, you can call the Health CPD team on +44 (0)1707 284956 or email cpdhealth@herts.ac.uk

Teaching qualifications If you already have a degree and are looking to apply for one of our PGCE courses, which leads to qualified teacher status, you’ll need to apply through the UCAS Teacher Training Scheme. You can find out more information at go.herts.ac.uk/ucastt

Studying part-time We like to be flexible and most of our degrees can be studied part-time. The quickest and easiest way to apply for a part-time course is online, at go.herts.ac.uk/applypt

Equal opportunities We’ll judge your application on its academic merit alone. We’re very proud of our equal opportunities record, and if you have a disability or special requirement then we’ll be more than happy to offer support throughout your studies. Call our disability officer on tel/txt +44 (0)1707 281338 or email disabilityservices@herts.ac.uk for more details.

Deferred entry Some students take a year out between leaving school or college and starting university, often to travel or earn a bit of cash. If that’s what you’re planning, you can apply for 2017 during the application period for 2016. Be aware though, that if you accept a place for 2016 and then decide to take a year out instead, you won’t be able to reapply for 2017 unless you withdraw your application.

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Finding you a course We always do our best to help students get on their chosen course, but sometimes it’s just not possible. When that happens, we share information with nearby colleges who may be able to offer you a place on an alternative course.

Talk to us We’re here to help. If you’ve got any questions or concerns about applying, don’t hesitate to get in touch with the admissions team – they are always happy to help. You can email ask@herts.ac.uk or call +44 (0)1707 284800. You can also find the latest entry information at herts.ac.uk

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Entry requirements

International Baccalaureate Our offer for the IB is made outside of the UCAS Tariff and is calculated by dividing our tariff point offer by 10 – ie 280 UCAS points equals 28 IB points.

Extended Project Qualification We welcome students who are studying the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) as a standalone qualification.

Accreditation of Prior Learning Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) is the process used to assess and formally recognise any of your learning which has taken place in the past. Should you have any queries regarding Accreditation of Prior Learning please contact ask@herts.ac.uk

Returning to study? If you’ve taken a break from studying, no matter how long, you’ll find plenty of support here. Life experience and working history is invaluable, and we’ll take all that into account when you apply.

Most of our undergraduate courses have their own specific entry requirements which you can find on pages 26-33 in this guide.

However, the University has a standard set of requirements for Undergraduate courses - see opposite page for more information.

UCAS Tariff points The University requires you to have at least two A levels (or equivalent) to begin an honours undergraduate degree programme or at least one for a Foundation degree. The entry requirements for undergraduate degrees are given generally in UCAS Tariff points.

You can add together and count all your point scores from different qualifications including A levels, the International Baccalaureate and BTEC.

However, you may not double count the same or similar qualifications. If you obtain a points score for A level, you cannot count the points for AS in the same subject.

Please visit go.herts.ac.uk/ucastariff to find information about which qualifications are included and how to add up your tariff points in the UCAS Tariff table.

Although our standard offers are given in terms of the UCAS Tariff, we welcome applications from people holding equivalent qualifications which have not yet been incorporated into the Tariff (eg Access to HE courses).

All the entry details and tariffs are correct as we go to press, but these are subject to constant review, so please visit the UCAS website for up-to-the-minute information.

For more information: go.herts.ac.uk/apply

Entryrequirements

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Entry requirements

UCAS Tariff

GCE/VCE Qualifications BTEC Qualifications (QCF)(Suite of Qualifications known as Nationals)

Diploma in FoundationStudies (Art and Design)

Points

GCE AS/AS VCE

GCE A level/AVCE Award

GCE/AVCEDoubleAward

Extended Diploma

Diploma 90 CreditDiploma

SubsidiaryDiploma

Certificate

D*D*D* 420D*D*D 400D*DD 380DDD 360

350DDM 320

300Distinction 285

A*A* DMM D*D* 280A*A D*D 260

250AA MMM DD 240

Merit 225AB 220

D*D* 210BB MMP DM D*D 200BC DD 180

Pass 165CC MPP MM DM 160

150A* CD D* 140A DD PPP MP MM D 120B DE MP 100C EE PP M 80

D* 70A D PP D 60B 50C E P M 40D 30E P 20

Standardrequirements

Foundation degree English language and mathematics at GCSE grade C or above. Minimum of one GCE A level, BTEC National Award, Access. Equivalent qualifications welcomed.

Full-time Honours and Work placement degree English language and mathematics at GCSE grade C or above. Minimum of two GCE A levels, BTEC National Certificate/Diploma, Access. Equivalent qualifications welcomed.

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However, during a period of expansion and change or for administrative reasons, it may be necessary to review policies or in a small minority of cases relocate particular activities; students affected by any such change will be notified by the University as soon as is possible in advance. You are advised to contact the University if you need clarification of particular issues.

Contractual liability The information published in this guide outlines the intended academic provisions for the 2016/17 academic year, and provides other information on facilities that may be offered by the University as well as background information about the local area and the social and other opportunities it offers.

The University reserves the right to change without notice any information about its provisions contained in this guide including (but without limitation) fees, or any rule or regulation pertaining to the standards for admission to, the requirements for the continuation of study in, and the requirements for the granting of degrees or diplomas in, any or all of its programmes of study. The publication of information in this guide does not bind the University to the provision of programmes of study or course modules, or other facilities as listed herein.

The University will not be liable for any interruption in, or cancellation of, any academic activities as set forth in this guide and related information where such interruption is caused by weather, fire, industrial action, lockout, inability to procure materials or trades, restrictive laws or governmental regulations, actions taken by staff or students of the University or by others, civil unrest or disobedience, public health emergencies, or any other cause of any kind beyond the reasonable control of the University.

Although every reasonable effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in this guide was accurate at the time of publication (March 2015), the University of Hertfordshire does not warrant or represent its accuracy and disclaims any liability to any person anywhere in the world (except for death or personal injury arising from the negligence of the University of Hertfordshire) for any liability whether in contract, tort, negligence, breach of statutory duty or otherwise for any economic loss (whether direct or indirect), damages, costs or expenses suffered as a result of the use or reliance upon the information contained in this document to the maximum extent permitted by law. This disclaimer shall be interpreted in accordance with English law.

In the event of a discrepancy between a print version and information provided on the University’s website, the web version will apply.

(i) All students will be required as a condition of enrolment to abide by, and to submit to the procedures of, the University’s disciplinary rules and regulations, as amended from time to time. A copy of the current disciplinary rules and regulations is available, on request, from the University.

(ii) The University will use all reasonable endeavours to deliver courses in accordance with the descriptions set out in this guide. However, the University does not provide education to UK students on a commercial basis. It is also very largely dependent upon charitable and public funds, which the University has to manage in a way which is efficient and cost-effective, in the context of the provision of a diverse range of courses to a large number of students.

The University, therefore: (a) reserves the right to make variations to the contents or methods of delivery of courses, to discontinue courses and to merge or combine courses if such action is reasonably considered to be necessary by the University (see statement below: ‘Changes to schemes of study’). If the University discontinues any course it will use its reasonable endeavours to provide a suitable alternative course.

(b) cannot accept responsibility and expressly excludes liability for damage to students’ personal property, for transfer of computer viruses to students’ equipment and for the consequences of any breach of contract by individual students.(c) cannot accept any liability for any circumstances beyond its reasonable control including, without limitation, any strike, lockout or other industrial action.

Changes to schemes of study The information given in this guide is believed correct at the time of going to press, but the University reserves the right, at its discretion, at any time and for any reason, to make changes to the services offered by the University and set out in this guide without prior notice including, but not limited to, the following:

• not to offer a scheme of study which fails to recruit the minimum number required by regulation; or to make changes to syllabuses and courses for reasons including meeting technological or academic developments or employers’ requirements particularly in specialist options in the Final Year; or

• not to offer options, specialisms or elective courses within a scheme of study, where there is insufficient student demand.

Provision of services and campus locations The campus locations and faculty structures for different study areas given throughout this guide are believed correct at the time of going to press.

Terms and conditions

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