University of Hertfordshire

Not at all, the University of Hertfordshire is not ranked anywhere near the University of Manchester. 

Not only under the Shanghai Rankings, but all the top-ranking bodies of the world rank Manchester University better than Hertfordshire. 

So, if an Indian applicant has the option to choose from both, they should go for the University of Manchester. 

Due to its prestige, rankings and industry-relevant curriculum. Look at the given table for comparison of ARWU rankings - 

Most students studying on a UK Student Visa can work for a maximum of 20 hours per week during the term. Some of the top part time jobs in the UK are-

• Graphic Designer
• Translator
• Teaching Assistant
• Barista

Yes, the University of Hertfordshire offers online internship opportunities to Indian students. This option for all the PG Taught students. These online internships run 8 weeks at 15 hours per week. Students can complete these internshiips from anywehere. 

As per the Graduate Outcomes Survey 2025, one in three PG interns are hired after completing the program, contributing to 96% of this university's postgraduates in work ot further studies. 

Yes, Indian students can get an English waiver if their schooling was done via the English medium. In this case, the students would not have to take IELTS or TOEFL they can submit their application without this. 

The school has to issue a Medium of Instruction (MOI) letter or strong class 12th English scores in place of IELTS. 

The University of Hertfordshire uses a holistic approach while assessing a student's profile.

They are more inclined towards the overall student potential rather than the academic scores.  

The factors given below come under the holistic profile - 

• Personal Statements 
• Interviews
• Portfolios 
• Work experience for some courses 

For Indian students, the University of Hertfordshire can be a highly favourable and career-oriented university. This university is ranked highly by some of the most reputable ranking bodies of the world. 

The most popular courses at this university are given below, take a look - 

• MBA
• MSc in Cybersecurity
• MSc in Data Science & Analytics 

The University of Hertfordshire has 17,000+ international students. As per HESA facts for the academic year 2022-23, this university was 4th most popular university in the UK for international students. It ranks among the Top 50 UK Universities in the Guardian University rankings 2026. Also, this university offers many scholarships for international students such as-

• Chancellor's International Scholarship
• UG Tri Annual Scholarship
• Super Early Bird Payment Scholarship

The Uni of Hertfordshire MSc in Cybersecurity course is accredited by the BCS. Also, this course is available with optional one-year industry placement. This course is taught by a highly regarded Computer Science department with strong links to Business. Fees for Indian students for this course for 2026-27 is GBP 19,950  (Around INR 26 L).