YOUR STUDY OPTIONS
Explore courses at University of Hertfordshire
Start with the international course and intake page, then open the chosen undergraduate or postgraduate award. Herts distinguishes its main intake from programmes offered at other starts, so check your specific course. Foundation and pre-master’s progression through Hertfordshire International College are separate routes with their own requirements.
Select the qualification level and delivery format before comparing modules and duration. If you are considering a foundation or pre-master’s programme, check both the initial pathway and the conditions for progressing to the intended degree. Pre-sessional English is another distinct preparation option; confirm whether it is suitable for your offer.
A CLOSER LOOK AT COURSES
Computing and data science courses
Compare these selected postgraduate options, then open the university’s course page for the full programme and application details.
STEM and broader academic backgroundsMSc Data Science
Hatfield · On campus
Develop mathematical, statistical and programming skills for analysing and presenting data.
- Study length
- 1 year or 15 months full-time, by route
- Listed starts
- January 2027; September 2027 also listed
- Tuition
- £19,9502026/27 · international full-time schedule
Entry requirements & study options
Academic: Normally a 2:1 honours degree or equivalent. Herts distinguishes STEM and non-STEM backgrounds; some applicants are assessed individually and may need a portfolio.
English: Check the international application requirements for accepted English-language evidence.
The fee period depends on the starting semester. The published 2027/28 international schedule is £21,580. Placement and advanced-research awards are separate routes; confirm the duration and charging period for your intake.
Checked 29 October 2026. Fees are shown before scholarships for the stated entry year and route. Confirm availability, deadlines, qualification equivalence and your final fee with admissions.
APPLICATIONS & COSTS
Prepare your application and funding plan
Entry requirements and evidence
Herts asks international applicants to meet academic and English-language conditions and to supply the requested supporting documents. The application-requirements page explains the evidence to prepare; some courses have subject prerequisites or additional requirements. The university also provides a direct application route for international non-UCAS applicants, with guidance to read before starting.
- Choose the exact programme. Save the award, campus, study mode and intake from the official course page.
- Prepare the requested evidence. Match your qualification and English documents to the programme. Include references, a statement, portfolio or other evidence where requested.
- Check the next deadline. Track application, offer acceptance, payment and enrolment dates separately. Ask admissions to clarify any condition you cannot meet.
Fees, scholarships and education loans
Use the international scholarship and fee information together with the course page. The general fee and scholarship resources may cover applicants with different fee statuses. Confirm the tuition, deposit, payment schedule and any award conditions for your course and intake before making a financial commitment.
Build a budget covering the full period of study: tuition, rent, bills, travel and applicable visa costs. If you are considering an education loan, compare lender terms and the documents needed with your offer and funding timeline.
Keep admission, scholarship and loan decisions separate. An application or an enquiry is not confirmation of funding, and a placement option should not be treated as guaranteed employment.
STUDENT LIFE & ARRIVAL
Connect your course with the right location
College Lane and de Havilland are both in Hatfield. The official visit guide gives their locations and travel information, while campus facilities and accommodation resources help you compare the student environment. Use the teaching location shown for your course and review the requirements and deadlines attached to any accommodation offer.
After an offer, follow the university’s acceptance, enrolment and arrival instructions. If you need a Student visa, use the institution’s guidance alongside GOV.UK’s Student visa information. Confirm the applicable CAS process and travel timing with the institution.
QUICK ANSWERS
Questions about University of Hertfordshire
Is the University of Hertfordshire based in central London?
The university is based in Hatfield, Hertfordshire. College Lane and de Havilland are its principal campus locations; use the official location guide when planning travel.
Do all Herts courses have the same intake?
No. The international course page distinguishes intake options. Check the start date and availability for your chosen award rather than assuming every programme has every intake.
What is the difference between a pathway and direct degree entry?
Direct entry means meeting the degree’s admission requirements. A foundation or pre-master’s pathway is a separate programme with its own entry and progression conditions.
Can an international student apply directly?
Herts provides an application route for international non-UCAS applicants. Read the instructions for your course and prepare the required evidence before starting the form.
CHECK THE SOURCE
Official course and student resources
These links lead to the university’s current information. This Masters Visa planning guide helps you organise your research; the university confirms programme availability, admission and offer conditions.
Reviewed against official resources on 29 October 2026. Check the course and entry year for current fees, requirements and availability.
YOUR NEXT STEP
Turn your shortlist into a practical plan
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