- Student commuting tips
- How do I travel to Herts?
- What facilities are available on campus?
- Timetables and term dates
- What academic support is available?
- Where can I study on campus?
- Can I get financial support?
- What extra support is available?
Student commuting tips
Read advice from current students about balancing university life and commuting:
- Long commutes by Aishe
- Finding my place by Nuzhat
Making the most of campus facilities
- Plan ahead: Use the Herts Mobile app map to find showers, lockers, microwaves and water refill stations before you arrive.
- Save money: Bring your own lunch and a refillable water bottle.
- Stay active: Walking or cycling to campus is easier when you know where showers and lockers are available.
- Reduce waste: Use water refill stations instead of single-use plastic bottles.
How do I travel to Herts?
Find information about travelling by train, bus, bike, car or on foot on our travelling to and from the University page.
You may also be able to reduce travel costs by:
- Using a railcard
- Accessing discounted Uno bus travel with your student ID card
- Exploring available travel discounts and concessions
Parking
Student parking is normally available on the College Lane campus only unless you have approved extenuating circumstances.
The Park and Ride service operates Monday to Friday, 07:00 to 22:00.
Find out more about student parking permits.
What facilities are available on campus?
If you spend long days on campus, these facilities can help make commuting easier.
Showers
Search "showers" in the Herts Mobile app to find campus locations.
Lockers
Store books, sports kit and personal belongings securely in campus lockers.
Find out more about lockers on campus.
Water refill stations
Search "water refill" in the Herts Mobile app to find your nearest refill point.
Microwaves
Search "microwave" in the Herts Mobile app to find available locations.
Timetables and term dates
Find information about your timetable, including answers to common questions.
For key academic dates, visit the University's term and semester dates page.
What academic support is available?
Personal tutor
Stay in regular contact with your personal tutor, especially if your commute affects your studies or attendance.
If you do not know who your personal tutor is, contact your School.
Study Success Hub
Study Success Hubs are available in each Learning Resources Centre (LRC) and offer support with:
- Time management
- Study skills
- Academic workload
- Planning and organisation
Where can I study on campus?
The University's Learning Resources Centres are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
You can access:
- Individual study spaces
- Group study spaces
- Quiet study areas
- Silent study areas
Find out more about study spaces in the LRCs.
You can also study in social learning spaces, cafés and communal areas across both campuses.
Can I get financial support?
Can I get financial support?
Support may be available if you're experiencing financial difficulties.
Short-Term Assistance Grant (STAG)
Eligible students facing financial hardship may be able to apply for a Short-Term Assistance Grant (STAG).
Successful applicants receive a non-repayable award of £250.
Travel Grant
Some full-time students funded by Student Finance England may be eligible for a Travel Grant.
This is usually available for students studying abroad or attending eligible clinical placements.
Student Finance drop-ins
The Student Finance team offers one-to-one drop-in sessions for advice and support.
Saving money on travel
Visit Save the Student for tips on reducing travel costs.
What extra support is available?
Childcare support
If you have children under five, the University Day Nursery may be able to help with childcare needs.
Find out more on the Ask Herts childcare pages.
Support for carers, estranged students and care-experienced students
Additional support is available if you:
- Have caring responsibilities
- Are an estranged student
- Are care experienced
Find out more about our additional student support services.