Hertfordshire International College (HIC) is a private educational institution. It operates as a pathway college, offering foundation and pre-master’s programs in collaboration with the University of Hertfordshire, a public university in the UK. HIC provides international students with tailored courses to prepare them for undergraduate or postgraduate study at the university. While it is privately owned and managed, its programs are designed to align with the academic standards of the public university, ensuring a smooth transition for students upon completion.