University of Hertfordshire - UH
speciality: Law

I’m currently pursuing my LLB degree through the University of Hertfordshire, attending lectures via Canvas. This program has provided me with exposure to highly professional and interactive instructors, which has strengthened my communication, time management, and research skills

I look back on my years at the University of Hertfordshire with genuine gratitude and yes, even a little fond nostalgia. Having completed my LLB in Commercial Law, my LLM in Business Law and then the LPC there, I experienced both the rigour of a top-flight law education and the warmth of a truly supportive campus community.

Standout Classes & Learning
• Commercial Contract Drafting (LLB) with Simone Smart, Head of the LLM Bar Practice Course: Simone’s workshops felt like real-world negotiations, she’d split us into negotiating teams, then debrief every clause on indemnities and force majeure. I still use her “red-lining” technique whenever I draft client contracts.
• Corporate Governance & Ethics (LLM) under Professor Penny Carey, Dean of the Schools of Law & Education: Penny wove in the latest boardroom scandals, from ESG walk-outs at FTSE giants to whistle-blower dramas and challenged us to weigh legal duties against social impact. Her probing questions in seminars sharpened my strategic thinking.
• Advocacy & Professional Ethics (LPC) taught by Simone Smart alongside guest sessions from local barristers: These mock courtroom sessions, complete with robes in the replica Crown Court room at de Havilland campus were intense. Simone’s detailed feedback on our opening statements and witness examinations pushed me to refine both my argumentation and my confidence in front of clients.

Professors Who Made a Difference
• Simone Smart didn’t just teach modules, she mentored me on balancing persuasion with precision, whether in a boardroom pitch or a courtroom mock trial.
• Professor Penny Carey encouraged me to question not only “what the law is” but “what the law should be,” inspiring my later blog article on AI ethics in legal practice.

Campus Life & Community
• Law Clinic & StreetLaw Society: Volunteering there wasn’t an add-on; it was where I found my purpose. Designing “Know Your Rights” flyers, running community workshops and seeing tangible impact on clients’ lives remains the proudest part of my time at UH.
• The Learning Resource Centre Café: Fuelled by too many flat whites, late-night study sessions with classmates turned into lifelines before big moots and into friendships that last to this day.
• Campus Events: From the annual Law Ball at the Pavilion (where everyone realizes you can look glamorous in academic dress) to the pop-up careers fair in the Forum, UH blended academic excellence with genuine fun.

Room for Improvement
• Administrative Processes: Module-change requests and dissertation approvals occasionally felt like navigating a maze. A bit more clarity on timelines would have eased those pre-exam nerves.
• Shuttle Services: The de Havilland–College Lane shuttle can get packed; an extra bus at peak times would be a welcome boost.

Would I Recommend It?
Absolutely. If you’re seeking a law school that balances practical, practice-led teaching with scholarly rigour, where professors know your name and invest in your growth, the University of Hertfordshire is the place to be. I left UH not only with strong degrees; LLB, LLM First Class, and a First-Class LPC but with the confidence, skills, and connections that have shaped my career.

In short: UH challenged me, supported me, and helped me become the professional I am today. I would recommend it in a heartbeat.

University of Hertfordshire is the best choice I shave made starting from their welcoming back to school, their teaching methods, there extra curricular activities and real work experience that makes one stands out. I highly recommend The university.

1. Hertfordshire University is very accommodating to all, with state of the art facilities in its 2 campuses.

2. What I like about the University is that, it is relatively affordable.

3. Yes, I would recommend the University.

University of Hertfordshire is a great institute. They are using modern technology to make the course easy to understand for students. I am have great learning experience and enjoying my studies. I would definitely like to recommend this university for higher studies.
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Law I really enjoyed practicing as a lawyer in the replica crown court in my university. Stuff and teachers were friendly and taught us the subject really well. There were events for us to understand our modules. I loved my course overall excellent environment for study.

My time at The University of Hertfordshire has been one of the greatest times of my life. I made so many friends from different countries all around the globe! I had the opportunity to learn about different cultures. The numerous creative societies meant that I graduated as an all-round person. There is so much I loved about this university but one of the TV things I appreciated the most is the level of support I got from lecturers during some of the most difficult times in my life. I was never alone. They were always there to listen, advice and support me in everything. Also the university felt like a small community where people lived and studied together! The on-campus student halls were nice, comfortable and fun. All the residence became friends! Also every hall had students on the same course; so we could often study together. If I had to go to university again, I would definitely, one hundred, without a doubt chose this university again! Thank you The University of Hertfordshire for an unforgettable experience!

There are many pros to studying at Herts but the thing that stands out is the faculty and staff members. Julia Manson, Kate Marriott, Heather Crook and Ash Hornsby are just a few Law faculty members I recommend everyone to get in touch while you are at Herts… They are readily available, highly supportive, and have admirable teaching methods… if it weren’t for them I probably would have never graduated, forget ending up with a 1st class…

It’s great..has top notch modern facilities, teachers are willing to engage the students, library is awesome, coursemates are friendly..shuttle buses are a bonus
Clean environment, opportunities are endless.

I can boldly say that today my research skills have improved drastically because of the skills I learnt in UH. UH not only gives you an opportunity to grow, it gives you the necessary exposure as a student. With the experience garnered from UH, you can compete anywhere in the world. The tutors are exceptionally qualified and always ready to guide you through.

Adaora Nwaka
LLM,Energy Law and the Environment.