BA (Hons) Politics & International Relations and Journalism
at Hertfordshire University, Hatfield

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(29 Reviews)

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BA (Hons) Politics & International Relations and Journalism
at
Hertfordshire University
Overview

University of Hertfordshire offers BA (Hons) Politics & International Relations and Journalism course at UG level. Offered for a duration of 3 years, it is among the top-ranked courses offered by the university. Indian students are required to submit scores of exams such as IELTS, TOEFL, PTE and Duolingo to be eligible to get selected for the course. Additionally, Indian students also have to provide all the necessary documents as part of the admission process. The University of Hertfordshire tuition fee for BA (Hons) Politics & International Relations and Journalism is Pound 15,965 (INR 2,064,275) for first year. Along with tuition fees, the students are also required to manage living expenses. The average University of Hertfordshire cost of living for Indian students is Pound 5,468 (INR 707,012).

Duration	3 years
Tuition & Fees	₹20.21 Lakh Get Fees details
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Course Level	UG Degree

BA (Hons) Politics & International Relations and Journalism

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BA (Hons) Politics & International Relations and Journalism
at
Hertfordshire University
Fees

For attending the University of Hertfordshire for BA (Hons) Politics & International Relations and Journalism, students have to pay the tuition fee as well as the living expenses. The University of Hertfordshire BA (Hons) Politics & International Relations and Journalism fee structure varies for domestic and international students.

Foreign students will have to pay Pound 15,965 (INR 2,064,275) for the first-year of study. Other than the annual tuition fee, they will also have to cover the living expenses (includes housing, food, transportation, books and supplies, and other miscellaneous expenses), which is around Pound 5,468 (INR 707,012) for overseas students. Based on the student’s lifestyle and purchasing power, the cost of living varies.

Refer to the table below for the breakdown of expenses for the University of Hertfordshire BA (Hons) Politics & International Relations and Journalism cost of attendance:

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 20,20,802
Application Fee	INR 3,544

Other expenses in 1st Year

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Hostel & Meals	INR 6,92,123
Insurance	INR 98,224

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 Pound = INR 126.577034 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 19ᵗʰ April 2025

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BA (Hons) Politics & International Relations and Journalism
at
Hertfordshire University
Entry Requirements

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60%
Applicant must have completion of the Standard XII Certificate with 60-70% depending on points tariff required by UH course

The normal entry requirements for undergraduate degrees are completion of 12 years of school education and successful completion of a school leaving certificate equivalent to UK 'A' Levels.

Required Subjects: English Language and Mathematics
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TOEFL

No specific cutoff mentioned

PTE

Marks - 59/90
With no less than 59 in any band

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IELTS

Marks - 6/9
A score of 6 (with no less than 5.5 in any band) for undergraduate

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Duolingo

Marks - 105/160
with no less than 95 in each band

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BA (Hons) Politics & International Relations and Journalism
at
Hertfordshire University
Rankings

Course Ranking

University Ranking

Rank	Rank Publisher
#63	Sociology The Complete University Guide, 2027
#72	Sociology and Social Policy The Guardian, 2027

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BA (Hons) Politics & International Relations and Journalism
at
Hertfordshire University
Placements

Particulars	Statistics (2021)
Internship Available	Yes

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University of Hertfordshire
Students Ratings & Reviews

3.8/5

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

59% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

Academically oriented

Friendly

Easy going

Fun loving

Internships3.2

Part time work3.6

Post study jobs3.5

Quality of faculty4.2

Student Life4.2

Value for money3.8

Public transportation4

Safety4.2

Indian Food4.1

Permanent Immigration2.9

Anonymous

MSc Astrophysics with Advanced Research - Batch of 2024

3.8

Coming UK was a mistake, instead should have move to European countries

Tips: It was difficult during the first couple of months, as it's hard to get a part-time job. Being an astrophysics student worked in retail, a warehouse, a restaurant, etc. Just earned enough to pay bills as part-time. No scholarship. Not satisfied with the university- when taking admission, they tell big numbers about world-class facilities, lots of jobs, QS ranking, etc. Reality is completely different.

Likes (Value for money): The price of the course is lower for a 2-year degree than at any UK university. UK universities are only good at taking money, but after course completion, getting proper jobs in the field is 2-5%, especially in the STEM field, which is way more difficult. My course fee was 16k u00a3 for 2 years. Technical pay more money at a bigger university; your degree would be worth it, but in the end, you will be competing with people across the globe for a single position, say a PhD.

Dislikes (Post study jobs): There's no job in the UK for international students because sponsorship feels too high, and other legal requirements and the competition are too high unless someone is willing to stay here by illegal means. Most students end up going home. No sponsorship, visa issues, international student trade mark, no jobs, people end up working in restaurants, warehouses, delivery drives, etc.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1500

Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2026Read more

Anonymous

MBA in Data Analytics - Batch of 2025

4.4

Opportunity awaits, but your adaptability is key! ?

Tips: 1. There was a cultural shift; one can face problems with accents. You have to be on your toes with adaptability, as this will lead you to break down the doors of opportunity. 2. Yes, I got a 1000 GBP scholarship that will be based on IELTS. 3. 90% satisfied with the university, 90% with the course, and 70% with the country.

Likes (Quality of faculty): Our faculty members are highly supportive and are very much committed to making sure that they provide you with all kinds of support in your professional life. This would include providing you with assistance regarding your employment within our organisation, as well as how you can succeed in interviews.

Dislikes (Post study jobs): Companies are not directly giving sponsor visas. It depends on one's skills and experience. There was no on-campus placement. There is an app, Handshake, where you have to find relevant roles; otherwise, recruiters will contact you based on your profile.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1600

Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 30000

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2026Read more

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M.Sc Data Science with Placement Year - Batch of 2025

3.7

Worthy and awesome experience

Tips: The academic and cultural transition at Hertfordshire was surprisingly smooth for me. The main rule to live by is simply maintaining your attendance—UH takes attendance tracking very seriously to comply with UK immigration requirements, so don't skip classes. I paid my deposit early and got the Early Bird fee reduction, which gives a nice small discount on your overall tuition. The degree itself and the teaching quality at Herts have been great. However, living in the UK comes with some mixed feelings—the recent government policy changes regarding graduate routes and work rules have made things pretty tough and stressful for international students looking past graduation.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 3000

Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 25000

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2026Read more

Anonymous

MSc International Business with Placement Year - Batch of 2026

3.5

It's good support from faculty regarding exams and assignments.

Tips: Need to choose the program that has scope for further development and whether they have proper jobs or not if they want to settle in this place. Even if they want to go back, also, they need to have a future in the chosen subject. Do more research on the programs; never listen to consultancy people's choices.

Likes (Safety): I don't know about other places; I stay near the university. It's such a safe place even in the midnights. I'm working in a night shift; I'll come by walking from my shift at 2am, so it's completely safe. I never felt scared here, and if you have a good circle of friends, you will have some vibe with them.

Dislikes (Internships): They didn't give much information about the internships, and they asked us to find out about internships, but whereas here, for doing small part-time work, also they need a reference. We can't even get a simple part-time job without a reference, and it's very hard to intern; if we fail to get an internship, we will be moved to the research program from the placement year.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 500

Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 8425

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026Read more

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MSc Mechanical Engineering (18-month route) - Batch of 2025

4.8

I enjoy so much while studying with different students. I learned so many new things and skills

Tips: You need to manage your studies and part-time job to balance your life. Also you can perform well in interviews so you can get a scholarship as well which is approximately 2000 pounds. And Hatfield is a nice village to live in, and also it's close to Heathrow Airport.

Likes (Safety): Because I never feel unsafe or comfortable here. Everyone is helpful. If you greet and show respect for others, then they are also willing to help you. Also, the university arranges so many functions so you can meet people from different countries and you can make new friends.

Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): If you got a good job that pays you good money, then by using your skills and experience, you can settle here easily. If you have good skills, then you can easily get a sponsored job, and you can set your life in a good manner and with a positive attitude. That's it.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1000

Prepping time for classes18 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 27000

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026Read more

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BA (Hons) Politics & International Relations and Journalism
at
Hertfordshire University
Highlights

BA (Hons) Politics & International Relations and Journalism is offered by Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences under University of Hertfordshire, UK.
This a Bachelors level program of a course duration of 3 Years.
Download the brochure to read more details of this course.