University of Hull

Virtual campus and city tour

Ideal for students who aren’t able to visit the University of Hull before applying or joining, there are 360-degree virtual tours available. Students can see the impressive architecture, where they could be studying and socialising, and the recent GBP 300 million investment into the campus.

Official University Partner of Team GB

The University of Hull is proud to be the Official University Partner of Team GB. Holding the title until 2025, this has brought, and will facilitate, unforgettable and invaluable opportunities for students. This includes internships, guest lectures, volunteering, work placements, exclusive events and much more.

Recently ten students from Hull had the opportunity to volunteer at the Team GB kitting-out event at the NEC, Birmingham, before the Minsk 2019 European Games. The event is where Team GB’s athletes chose their kit for competition. Students gained CV-writing and interview experience through the application process.

Teaching

The University of Hull ensures that students are taught by passionate experts. Awarded silver status in the Teaching Excellence Framework in 2018, the university is immensely proud of its academic staff, who come from many different countries.

The university’s heritage, together with their academic quality, means students can expect an education from ambitious professors and academics at Hull who are dedicated to helping them succeed.

Research

It’s also a fantastic hub for research. The most recent Research Excellence Framework judged 62 percent of Hull’s research as internationally excellent.

The university has made many contributions to life-changing research, including liquid-crystal technology, LCD screens and bone density scanners. It is also esteemed for its work in social justice, maritime history, environmental technologies, 3D visualisation, healthcare and nanotechnology. Hull has even been given the Queen’s Award for Technological Achievement.

The University of Hull has four academic faculties:

Faculty of Arts, Cultures and Education

Subject areas taught in this faculty include American Studies, Digital and Game Design, Drama, Education, English and Creative Writing, Film and Media Studies, History, Modern Languages and Cultures, Music, Philosophy, Sociology, as well as Teaching and Childhood Studies.

Students will learn from passionate staff who work tirelessly to ensure that they have a rich and inspiring education in order to reach their full potential.

Faculty of Business, Law and Politics

This faculty combines Hull University Business School, the Department of Politics and the Law School. Led by dedicated experts, the faculty’s curriculum has a focus on government, legal and political studies, international business, governance and ethics.

Subject areas taught in this faculty include Accounting and Finance, Business and Management, Economics, Law, Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Marketing, as well as Politics and International Studies.

Faculty of Health Sciences

The Faculty of Health Sciences is a major contributor to the region's healthcare workforce and carries out world-leading research tackling critical issues.

This pioneering faculty includes the Hull York Medical School and teaches subject areas including Biomedical and Forensic Science, Criminology, Health, Nursing and Midwifery, Medicine, Psychology, Social Work, and Sport, Health and Exercise Science.

Faculty of Science and Engineering

The faculty unites leading academics with state-of-the-art facilities. The university delivers teaching and research across a broad range of science and engineering areas.

This faculty is home to subject areas such as Biochemistry, Biological Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Computer Science, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Environmental Science, Geography, Geology, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics and Robotics, Medical and Biomedical Engineering, Physics and Astrophysics.

In order to study at the University of Hull, students whose native language is not English or who need a Tier 4 student visa will have to show proof of their English language proficiency.

For degree programmes, the university accepts a number of tests and qualifications including the following:

• IELTS Academic Test – a score of 6.0 overall with at least 5.5 in each band, or 5.5 overall with at least 5.5 in each band for integrated foundation year programmes
• PTE Academic – a score of 54 overall with at least 51 in each band
• TOEFL iBT – a score of 79 overall with at least 17 in listening, 18 in reading, 20 in speaking and 17 in writing
• Other accepted equivalents

Students who cannot satisfy the English language requirements can pursue a Hull English language course before starting their academic degree. Suitable for a range of levels, there is a 12-month programme as well as a one or two semester option.

Alternatively, there is a summer study programme lasting 12 weeks or eight weeks to help students increase their academic English language skills ready for entry onto their degree programme.

Finally, there is a 4-week course for students who have already met their entry requirements but would like to refresh their English before starting their studies.

There are also country and course specific requirements.

The university offers a range of international scholarships and awards to help students fund their studies. These are offered at both undergraduate and postgraduate level. There are a number of options available for both EU and international students, the details of and requirements for each can be found on the university website. Some of the available funding includes:

• EU Students: Merit Scholarship, Achievement Scholarship, Talented Athlete Programme, Attainment Scholarships, Music Scholarships, PhD Scholarships.
• International students: GREAT-Hull Scholarships, University of Hull PhD Scholarships, University of Hull Graduate Studentship.

It is also possible to apply for a scholarship at Hull through various scholarship organisations and bodies such as Chevening and The Commonwealth Scholarships.

The University of Hull constantly looks for ways to improve the student experience and is currently undergoing a GBP 300 million project to drastically enhance the campus buildings and facilities.

New buildings

This includes the GBP 28 million health campus which features the impressive Allam Medical Building, and the GBP 9.5 million investment into transforming the Middleton Hall into an outstanding performing arts venue.

Campus facilities

Students have access to 1,100 computers and 1,600 study spaces across campus. The Brynmor Jones Library has recently undergone a GBP 28 million refurbishment and offers countless learning resources and spaces. There’s even a seventh-floor observatory offering panoramic views.

Accommodation

There is newly opened luxury student accommodation, the Courtyard, and a larger GBP 130 million housing complex, Westfield Court, which has a range of high-quality, mostly self-catered rooms. All students are guaranteed a room in university accommodation if they apply by the given deadline. There are many options to pick from to suit all preferences and budgets.

Students’ Union

The Hull SU is a social hub where students can find dining options and spaces to relax and socialise. There is also a nightclub which has welcomed many big names in the music industry. It has even hosted bunny cuddling sessions to help students reduce stress.

Sports facilities

When you choose to be a part of sport at Hull, you’re also choosing some of the best sport and fitness facilities in the country. Facilities include an eight-court sports hall, 110-station fitness suite, floodlit pitch and pitch side changing rooms. You can also explore brand-new sports centre, The Beacon, and find out what Hull's GBP 16 million investment means for you.