Congratulations on enrolling at Hertford Regional College for the 2026-27 academic year. Below is some useful information which will help you before you start your course.
The College’s Autumn term starts on Monday 7th September 2026, please check your timetable to ensure you attend campus on the correct days.
New Students
Set up your HRC account as soon as possible – you should have received an email from us which includes the details. Check your junk folder if you have not yet received this.
You MUST update your password and set up Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) for this account before you are able to access any other services or applications.
For full instructions of how to set up MFA and reset your password please click here.
Returning Students
If you were a student with us last year, you will continue using your same password and MFA. If you cannot remember your password, you can reset it by going to this link https://outlook.office.com/ - you must be able to access MFA to do this.
If you have a new phone, or have deleted the Microsoft Authenticator app, you will need to contact us to get MFA set up.
Supported Devices
To help keep our college secure from cyber-attacks your personal device must meet certain requirements to access college data on it. Click here to see if your device is compatible.
Need some IT support? Please visit our Technology Centres for help or click below to submit a form.
Find your timetable, get details about your course, and access a range of other resources on the MyDay app. Download the app and sign in with your college email and password. The app will be activated after your enrolment at HRC.
The Wisdom app is free for all HRC students and has a range of content to support your wellbeing.
Download the app and use the activation code MHA195873 when prompted.
You have also been provided with an account that grants you access to the e-Shop, where you may purchase any course-specific items required by your department, such as materials or trips.
Log in to the HRC e-Shop using your college email address.
Upon your first login, you will be prompted to reset your password by selecting the “Request Link” option. A link to set up your password will then be sent to your college email address.
If you believe you may be eligible for a bursary and have the means to pay in advance, you are welcome to do so, and reimbursement can be arranged once your bursary application has been approved by Customer Services. If you are unable to make payment upfront, please contact the Customer Services team, who will review your eligibility for bursary support and advise you on the appropriate course of action.
If you have any difficulties or problems with using or accessing the e-Shop please contact StoreAdmin@hrc.ac.uk
Load money onto your student ID badge to pay for food and drinks at our refectories and Starbucks, benefitting from a range of discounts. Download the app and register for uPAY using the affiliate ID HRC and your student number.
We offer various financial support including bursaries, travel and childcare costs that you may be eligible for. Click on the button below to find out more.
All our students can start each day of study with a free breakfast. Served between 8:15 am and 8:45 am, students have a choice from:
All options are served with a hot beverage.
Please note that our free breakfast is provided by the college, not through bursary funding.
Don’t forget to bring your ID badge with you every day in order to gain access to College. HRC operates a ‘no ID no entry’ policy so if you forget it, you will need to go home to collect it, pay £5 for a new card, or pay £3 to reactivate an old card.
If you require any other assistance, please contact our Customer Services team on 01992 411411, or info@hrc.ac.uk.
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