University of Hertfordshire

Why choose Herts?

Accounting and finance degrees at the University of Hertfordshire equip you with the skills, professional knowledge, and practical experience to succeed in a competitive finance career.

You'll be immersed in the latest trends and practices accounting, business, economics, and finance. Graduates have gone on to work with leading employers such as Citibank, Amazon, PwC and Disney, as well as organisations like the NHS, John Lewis and TUI. From investment banking to asset management roles,

Herts alumni are shaping the future of finance worldwide. Whether it’s through learning, teaching, or business and research partnerships, the University of Hertfordshire transforms bold ambition into impactful achievements.

For more than 70 years, Herts has been an innovative educational force. From our start in training aerospace engineers for Britain’s aviation industry to our extensive offering today, our focus has always been on understanding what employers want, and today, our vision remains unchanged. We are a modern, dynamic, and enterprising University, and an anchor institution in the region, supporting its growth as a top destination for a range of industries and professions.

 Our vibrant community of nearly 34,000 students from over 110 countries, benefit from high-quality teaching delivered by experts engaged in cutting-edge research. We offer more than 700 career-focused degrees, strong industry connections, industry standard facilities and opportunities to study at more than 170 universities worldwide, to prepare our students to succeed in a competitive global market.

 We are proud to be ranked a Top 50 University in the Guardian University Guide 2026, recognition that reflects our commitment to delivering high-quality, career-focused education and an outstanding student experience.

 We are a university that champions progress. We empower social mobility and cultivate the leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs of tomorrow. Through partnerships with key employers, professional bodies, and government, we ensure our teaching and research responds to real-world challenges.

We collaborate to drive great opportunities that lead to positive outcomes regionally, nationally, globally; from Herts to the world. Herts. Beats Faster.

Studying health, nursing, midwifery and social work at Herts will enable you to pursue a career with purpose, making a difference to people and communities. Gain the professional qualifications and understanding you need to start your career or take the next step, following graduates who have gone on to leadership roles in health and social care.

 Taught by experienced academics, our courses help you develop the knowledge, judgement, empathy and critical thinking needed to deliver high-quality care.

You’ll learn through hands-on experience in specialist facilities, including clinical skills labs, a simulated hospital ward and digital learning environments.

You’ll learn from senior practitioners and gain valuable experience through placements with our trusted partners.

These opportunities continue after you qualify, with a wide range of professional development courses available. You’ll also have the chance to work with local NHS Trusts to build your skills and knowledge further.

RANKINGS: 1st in the East of England for Nursing and Midwifery (Complete University Guide, 2026).

 2nd in the UK for mental health nursing (Guardian University Guide, 2025).

 4th in the UK for physiotherapy (Guardian University Guide, 2026).

 BSc (Hons) Midwifery (Pre-registration, Shortened) Build the skills and confidence to become a compassionate midwife, supporting women and their babies with holistic care.

 You'll learn to recognise what's healthy, detect issues, and provide expert guidance throughout childbirth. Course overview The BSc Midwifery shortened degree is perfect for qualified adult nurses wanting to become midwives. You'll learn to deliver vital care for both mothers and babies during pregnancy, labour, and the postnatal period.

 The course covers the essentials of healthy childbirth, helping you identify and manage potential issues. You'll gain skills in examining expectant mothers and newborns, blending in-depth midwifery theory with hands-on experience in clinical settings alongside professional midwives. Why choose this course? This shortened midwifery course will help shape your career, providing you with essential skills, knowledge, and hands-on experience. Innovative and student-centred teaching: Gain essential midwifery skills and transformational thinking through practical hands-on and e-learning combined.

 Excellent work placement opportunities: Midwifery practice makes up 50% of the shortened midwifery course. You will get the chance to broaden your professional skills in a maternity setting in the UK, working alongside a registered midwife. Develop comprehensive midwifery skills:

 Build key career skills like independence, teamwork, research, critical thinking, and problem-solving. Master infant care examination techniques: Achieve Newborn Infant Physical Examination (NIPE) competency in this midwifery short course, equipping you with advanced skills to care for mothers and newborns. UNICEF UK Baby Friendly Accreditation:

 Our commitment to achieving this ensures you learn the best infant feeding and care practices. Professional accreditations As a graduate with a BSc (Hons) Midwifery (Pre-registration, Shortened) degree, you are eligible to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council as a midwife.