🏆Global Rank : 700
Hertfordshire International College (HIC) / University of Hertfordshire
Just 25 minutes by train from London - Lower cost of living with easy access to the capital
Overview
Hertfordshire International College (HIC) provides pathway programs leading to the University of Hertfordshire (UH), located at the Hatfield campus just 25 minutes by train from London. This location is best for students who want easy access to London but are looking for a lower cost of living and strong student support networks. UH is known for its excellent programs in business, engineering, computer science, creative arts, music production, audio engineering, nursing, and education.
Location
Hatfield (London commuter belt), United Kingdom
Established
1952-01-01
National Ranking
#75
Intakes
| Program | Intake Name | Start Date | Seats Available | End Date | |
| N/A | September 2026 (Primary Intake) | 9/21/2026 | Varies by program | 6/15/2027 |
Requirements
Admission requirement data
- Academic level : International Foundation Program (IFP)
- Major subject : High School Diploma
- Ielts : 5.5
- Toefl : N/A
- Pte : 59
- Note: Minimum 5.5 in all IELTS components, minimum 59 in all PTE components, Duolingo 105 (min 100). English waiver available with 'B' grade or 60%+ in +2 High School English (if study gap ≤ 2 years). Nursing requires 'B+' grade. Gap up to 5 years accepted (longer gaps case-by-case).
Admission requirement data
- Academic level : International Year One (IY1)
- Major subject : High School Diploma (Grade 12)
- Ielts : 6.0
- Toefl : N/A
- Pte : 59
- Note: Minimum 5.5 in all IELTS components, minimum 59 in all PTE components, Duolingo 105 (min 100). English waiver available with 'B' grade or 60%+ in +2 High School English (if study gap ≤ 2 years). Gap up to 5 years accepted.
Admission requirement data
- Academic level : Pre-Masters
- Major subject : Bachelor's degree
- Ielts : 5.5
- Toefl : N/A
- Pte : 59
- Note: Minimum 5.5 in all IELTS components, minimum 59 in all PTE components, Duolingo 105 (min 100). English waiver available with 'B' grade or 60%+ in +2 High School English (if study gap ≤ 2 years). Gap up to 5 years accepted (more than 5 years case-by-case).
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