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Returning student checklist

Returning for another year at Herts? Find out what you need to do before term starts, including student finance, re-registration, accommodation, council tax exemption, timetables, careers and wellbeing support.

On this page:

1. Apply for funding

Remember that if you receive funding through the Student Loans Company then you will need to reapply each year.

2. Re-register as a returning student

Before you start the new academic year, you must re-register on your programme.

3. Sort out your accommodation

Living on campus

Apply for University accommodation if you plan to live on campus next year.

Living off campus

If you're renting privately, you'll be responsible for managing your tenancy and household arrangements. The University can still provide advice and support.

Read our guide to private renting.

4. Apply for council tax exemption

If you are a full-time student living in private accommodation, you may be eligible for council tax exemption.

Find out how to apply for council tax exemption.

5. Check your timetable

Your timetable will be available from mid-August.

  • Look out for updates in your University email account.
  • Access your timetable through StudyNet.
  • Visit Timetables for help and information.

6. Get careers support

Whether you're looking for a placement, part-time work, graduate opportunities or career advice, the Careers and Employment service can help you plan your next steps.

7. Access wellbeing and disability support

Student Wellbeing provides specialist support for:

  • Mental health and emotional wellbeing
  • Disability-related support
  • Personal difficulties affecting your studies

Support is available throughout your time at university if you need it

 

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Student Enrolment

Student Enquiries and Enrolment Team (SEET)

Hutton Hub, College Lane

Careers and Employment

Today 09.00 - 17.00
LB416, College Lane
The Careers and Employment Service is open to all of our current students and graduate for up to four years after their course ends. We offer daily video, phone, and in-person appointments with Careers Advisers. Appointments are available on both College Lane in the Hutton Hub and on de Havilland in the Enterprise Hub. Find out more about our services, including appointments, events and jobs by visiting My Career Portal: https://careers.herts.ac.uk.

Ask Herts Phone Service

Student Enquiries and Enrolment Team (SEET)

Today 10:00 - 16:45
Contact form: https://ask.herts.ac.uk/contact-us