University of Hertfordshire

Hatfield Technical College was founded in the post-war years and was eventually transformed into technological Hatfield College, and later -in Hatfield Polytechnic University. University status was assigned to it in 1992. University of Hertfordshire - a model university of the XXI century with a business approach to learning, the relevant international standards.

Information about the university:

Rating: 74

Location: Central England

Number of students: 21580

Satisfaction of students: 78%

Location and Transportation

University buildings are located in Hatfield and St Albans, and in Beyfordberi (rural field stations and observatories in the suburbs Hetforda).

Havilland campus, in which construction investment amounted to £ 120 million, was opened in October 2003. On this campus are classes in the humanities, pedagogy and entrepreneurship.

University is linked with other British cities an excellent system of roads and railways, and it is just a 25-minute train ride from London's King's Cross station, which is also a metro station.

Accommodations

The University guarantees a place on campus to all students in their freshman year. Students can choose various types of housing, taking into account your budget. The cost of living varies from £ 76 to £ 92 per week.

On Lane campus all accommodations are fully equipped with furniture and rooms are per person with shared shower on the floor. All rooms have an Internet connection.

Campus de Havilland Campus offers students in 1600 completed with furniture and en-suite rooms for one person. The rooms have an Internet connection. Kitchen - common for several rooms.

Academic specialization

Funding Council for universities awarded University of Hertfordshire with title of "Center of improvement of an integrated approach to learning." Top scientists are honored with special awards and scholarships.

About 90% of our students are guaranteed to find work (or continue their studies) shortly after graduating. About 20% of them are working at the University.

The opportunity to work while studying

Student Employment Service provides assistance in finding a job part-time. Also, students can find a part time job near campus, such as in retail or in offices. The University also offers its students work, such as work at the University of Art Association, working as a student representative or by one of the environmental groups.

Statistics

Percentage of foreign students: 17%

Percentage of students male / female: 45% / 55%

Percentage of the students in the workshops and graduate programs: 18%

Percentage of students in daytime / evening branches: 79% / 21%

About the Author: Rosie Fuller is a student and freelancer at writessay4me.co.uk/. She writes for the university press.