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The University of Hertfordshire is in Hatfield, about 25 minutes by train from central London, with strong business, engineering, computing and health courses and a large international community. Because Hatfield is outside London, the lower outside-London funds figure applies. House of Admissions (HOA) gives free guidance from Kathmandu and Pokhara.

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Hertfordshire is a large modern university in Hatfield, close to London by train. It is outside London for visa purposes, so the lower maintenance figure applies.

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University of Hertfordshire — Guide for Nepali Students

A short train ride from London with strong industry links and a large, established international student community — here's what Nepali students should know.

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What Is the University of Hertfordshire Like for Nepali Students?

The University of Hertfordshire is based in Hatfield, roughly 25 minutes by train from central London. It is one of the UK's larger modern universities, with over 27,000 students and particularly strong programmes in business, engineering, computer science, and creative arts, alongside significant industry partnerships including its own on-campus innovation centre.

What Are the Entry Requirements and Fees at the University of Hertfordshire?

Undergraduate: NEB Grade 12 with relevant subject grades; IELTS 6.0 overall (5.5 in each band).

Postgraduate: Bachelor's degree, Second Class or equivalent; IELTS 6.0–6.5 overall.

Fees: Approximately £11,000–£13,500/year for postgraduate programmes, among the more accessible fee ranges in HOA's partner network.

How Far Is Hatfield from London?

Hatfield offers significantly lower living costs than central London while retaining easy access to the capital for internships, part-time work, and networking. Many Nepali students at Hertfordshire commute into London for placements while keeping accommodation costs manageable in Hatfield itself.

Keep reading: How to choose a UK university · Russell Group guide · UK universities page

Key Facts — 2026

UK Visa Fee
£558 (from 8 Apr 2026)
IHS (NHS Surcharge)
£776/yearA 1-year master’s is granted ~16 months leave, so you pay £1,164 (UKVI, 2026)
Bank Balance (Outside London)
£10,539/year£1,171/month × 9 months (NPR 20.5L). From 30 Nov 2026: £1,203/month, £10,827/year
Bank Balance (London)
£13,761/year£1,529/month × 9 months (NPR 26.8L). From 30 Nov 2026: £1,570/month, £14,130/year
HOA Guidance Fee
100% Free
Part-time Earnings
≈ £1,017/month (20 hrs × £12.71)

Which maintenance figure applies to you is set by the date you submit the visa application, not your course start date. The increase is in Statement of Changes HC 584. Full breakdown in NPR →

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