- Prayer spaces on campus
- Multi faith spaces
- Friday Jummah prayer
- Faith societies
- Praying during lectures
- Places of worship in the local community
- Chaplaincy support?
Prayer spaces on campus
The University provides several spaces for prayer, worship, reflection and meditation.
The Key is the University's main chaplaincy building and offers:
- prayer spaces
- washing facilities
- chaplaincy support
- rooms that can be booked by student faith societies for prayer and worship
The space is managed by the University Chaplaincy with support from faith societies and local faith communities.
Multi-Faith Space (de Havilland)
Located opposite the Common Room Shop, the Multi-Faith Space provides:
- prayer facilities
- a quiet space for worship and reflection
- support from the University Chaplaincy
Additional prayer spaces
The University also provides:
- a multi-faith space in the Learning Resources Centre (LRC) on College Lane
- separate male and female prayer spaces
- areas for prayer, reflection and meditation
These spaces are available on a first-come, first-served basis and cannot be booked.
For opening times and facilities, see Prayer and multi-faith spaces on campus.
Friday Jummah prayer
Time: 13.20
Please note:
- this is a smaller prayer space
- two sessions may be required when attendance is high
- if the first session is full, please wait for the second session
- arriving early is recommended
Time: 13.45
Please note:
- this is a larger space and usually only one session is needed
- the venue may occasionally be unavailable because of events
- check University of Hertfordshire Islamic Society (UH ISoc) updates for the latest information
For updates on prayer times and locations, join the University of Hertfordshire Islamic Society (UH ISoc).
For questions about Friday prayer, email uhislam@gmail.com.
Faith societies
Faith societies offer opportunities to connect with other students who share your beliefs and interests.
Benefits include:
- meeting students with similar faith backgrounds
- attending social events and activities
- participating in faith-based discussions and celebrations
- organising prayer and worship activities
Registered Herts SU faith societies can also book rooms in The Key for faith-based activities.
Find out more about Herts SU faith societies.
Praying during lectures
You are responsible for keeping up with any missed teaching and learning materials.
Plan ahead where possible
Most two-hour lectures include a short break. Planning ahead can help you fit prayer around these scheduled breaks.
Speak to your lecturer
If you need to leave for prayer, discuss this with your lecturer or tutor in advance so they understand your circumstances.
If prayer during a lecture is unavoidable
- leave the room quietly and respectfully
- minimise disruption to other students
- arrange to catch up on any material you miss
- use lecture recordings where available
Places of worship in the local community
Many students choose to attend local places of worship and faith communities alongside using campus prayer spaces.
Information about local places of worship can be found on the Where can I worship? page.
Chaplaincy support?
The Chaplaincy offers:
- prayer and reflection spaces
- opportunities for spiritual development
- someone to talk to if you are feeling lonely or struggling
- regular social and wellbeing activities
- support for students of all faiths and none
Learn more on the The Chaplaincy: how can we help? page.
Contact the Chaplaincy
Email: chaplain@herts.ac.uk
Phone: 07702 442696
Office hours: Monday to Friday