University of Hertfordshire
East of England, England
How much do University of Hertfordshire graduates earn by subject?
University of Hertfordshire graduates earn a median salary of £33,000 five years after graduation. The highest-paying subject is Physics and astronomy at £41,600, while Education and teaching graduates earn £25,900.
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Salary growth: how do earnings change over time?
Graduate salaries typically grow significantly in the first five years. Subjects like medicine and engineering tend to see steeper growth, while creative fields may start lower but offer non-linear career paths.
| Subject | 15 months | 3 years | 5 years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematical sciences | £26,000 | £27,500 | £35,500 |
| Engineering | £30,000 | £30,000 | £38,000 |
| Medical sciences | £28,500 | £31,500 | £36,000 |
| Computing | £27,000 | £32,000 | £39,500 |
| Health and social care | £28,500 | £30,000 | £33,000 |
| Business and management | £27,500 | £26,500 | £33,000 |
| Economics | £29,000 | £28,500 | £35,500 |
| Allied health | £32,000 | £32,000 | £38,000 |
| History and archaeology | - | £25,000 | £30,500 |
| Biosciences | £28,000 | £25,000 | £30,000 |
| Psychology | £27,000 | £24,500 | £29,000 |
| Creative arts and design | £25,000 | £22,500 | £27,500 |
| Performing arts | £30,000 | £26,000 | £32,500 |
| Education and teaching | £25,000 | £25,000 | £30,500 |
15-month data from Graduate Outcomes survey. 3-year and 5-year data from LEO (Longitudinal Education Outcomes). Growth is calculated from 15 months to 5 years after graduation.
How competitive is University of Hertfordshire?
In 2024, University of Hertfordshire received 30,555 applications and accepted 5,145 students, giving an acceptance rate of 16.8%.
Source: UCAS End of Cycle Data
What are the employment outcomes at University of Hertfordshire?
85% of University of Hertfordshire graduates are in sustained employment or further study 5 years after graduation. The university offers 23 subjects with median salaries ranging from £25,900 to £41,600. (Satisfaction = NSS teaching score)
| Subject | Employment | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Physics and astronomy | 90.3% | £41,600 |
| Mathematical sciences | 87.5% | £41,600 |
| Engineering | 89.7% | £39,800 |
| Medical sciences | 92.6% | £39,100 |
| Computing | 84% | £37,600 |
| Nursing and midwifery | 93.4% | £36,100 |
| Pharmacology, toxicology and pharmacy | 84.2% | £35,400 |
| Health and social care | 94.3% | £34,700 |
| Business and management | 86.2% | £34,300 |
| Economics | 84.2% | £33,900 |
| Allied health | 89.8% | £33,600 |
| Geography, earth and environmental studies | 94% | £33,600 |
| Combined and general studies | 82.4% | £33,200 |
| History and archaeology | 85.2% | £32,800 |
| Law | 81.6% | £31,800 |
| Media, journalism and communications | 98% | £31,300 |
| Biosciences | 87.1% | £31,000 |
| Sport and exercise sciences | 91.7% | £31,000 |
| English studies | 81% | £30,700 |
| Psychology | 87.1% | £28,800 |
| Creative arts and design | 86.2% | £27,700 |
| Performing arts | 90.5% | £26,300 |
| Education and teaching | 89.9% | £25,900 |
* Avg. Tariff: Average UCAS tariff points of students who enrolled on this course. This is not the entry requirement — enrolled students often exceed requirements. Always check the official university website for actual entry requirements.
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Highest Earning Subjects
- 1 Physics and astronomy £41,600
- 2 Mathematical sciences £41,600
- 3 Engineering £39,800
- 4 Medical sciences £39,100
- 5 Computing £37,600
Quick Facts
Tuition Fees
UK students: £9,250/year (government-capped)
International students: £15,000–£40,000+/year (varies by course)
Check the university website for exact international fees.
Data Source
Graduate earnings from the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset and Graduate Outcomes survey via Discover Uni 2024/25. Figures show median earnings at 15 months, 3 years, and 5 years after graduation. Continuation rates show the percentage of students who progress in their studies.
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