About University of Hull
Founded in 1927, the University of Hull is a civic university on the banks of the Humber Estuary with strengths in renewable energy, logistics, health and creative writing.
Key Information
Student Statistics
- • 13,500 total students
- • 2,400 international students
- • 140 student societies
Location
- • Located in Hull
- • Red Brick university
- • Established 1927
Subject Rankings
Academics & Faculties
Degrees Offered
Bachelor, Master, PhD, Foundation
Popular Subjects
Logistics and Supply Chain ManagementRenewable Energy EngineeringNursingCreative WritingComputer Science
Student-Staff Ratio
14 : 1
Faculties & Departments
Faculty of Business, Law and Politics
Hull University Business School, Law School, Politics and International Studies, Logistics Institute
Faculty of Health Sciences
Hull York Medical School, Nursing and Midwifery, Allied Health, Psychology
Faculty of Science and Engineering
Energy and Environment Institute, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry and Chemical Engineering
Faculty of Arts, Cultures and Education
Drama and Music, English and Creative Writing, Education, Media Production
Entry Requirements
Undergraduate
Academic: Typical offers range from BBB to BCC; Medicine (via Hull York Medical School) requires AAA.
Alternatives: IB 30 with HL 5/5/5, Gaokao 75% overall, BTEC DDM for Business and Engineering
IELTS: 6
R 5.5 / W 5.5 / L 5.5 / S 5.5
TOEFL iBT: 79
Interview for Nursing and Midwifery • UCAT for Medicine • Audition for Drama
Postgraduate
Minimum Qualification: 2:2 honours or equivalent; MBA requires 3 years of experience
GPA: 2.8
IELTS: 6.5
R 6 / W 6 / L 6 / S 6
TOEFL iBT: 90
Research proposal for PhD • Two references • CV
Fees & Funding
Tuition (International)
- Undergraduate: £14,000
- Postgraduate: £15,000
Living Costs (Annual)
- Accommodation: £6,200
- Food: £2,000
- Transport: £500
- Entertainment: £800
- Other: £700
- Total: £10,200
Scholarships
Hull Global Scholarship
MeritTuition discount of up to £2,500 per year for high-achieving undergraduates.
Value: £2,500 (Tuition-only)
International fee payer • ABB/IB 32 equivalent • Full-time programme
Deadline: 2025-05-31
Fairer Future Global Scholarship
Need-based£5,000 automatic fee reduction for students from low- and middle-income countries on selected programmes.
Value: £5,000 (Tuition-only)
Offer holder from eligible country • Self-funded • Firm acceptance
Deadline: 2025-06-30
Campus & Facilities
Cottingham Road, Hull HU6 7RX
Single-site campus with Georgian red-brick quad, state-of-the-art Allam Medical Building and Brynmor Jones Library.
Size: 125 acres
Facilities
Academic
Allam Medical Building simulation suites, Logistics Institute trading room, FabLab Hull
Student Life
Allam Sports Centre, Middleton Hall arts venue, Sanctuary nightclub
Libraries
Brynmor Jones Library
Nine-floor library with panoramic study lounge, Makerspace and 1 million print volumes.
24/7 during exams
Accommodation
The Courtyard
On-campusPremium ensuite rooms around landscaped courtyards
Cost: £168 - £199 (per week)
Cinema room • Large communal kitchens • 24/7 reception
Distance: On campus
Contract: 41 weeks
Westfield Court
On-campusTownhouse-style residences popular with postgraduates
Cost: £150 - £185 (per week)
Study lounges • Fitness suite • Secure bike storage
Distance: 3-minute walk
Contract: 41 or 51 weeks
Apply online via the MyHull portal; £300 advance rent confirms the booking.
Airport pickups from Manchester and Heathrow are offered during welcome weeks along with bedding packs.
Student Life & Support
Clubs & Sports
Clubs: 140
Teams: 45
Cultural Activities
- WelcomeFest — Every September
- Middleton Hall events — Weekly
International Support
- Visa support: Yes
- Language support: Yes
- Orientation: Yes
- Buddy program: Yes
- Contact: global@hull.ac.uk
Health & Wellbeing
- Medical centre: Yes
- Counselling: Yes
- Disability support: Yes
- Emergency: +44 (0)1482 465555
Careers & Outcomes
Employability Rank
210
Graduate Outcomes
Employed: 80%
Further study: 12%
Unemployed: 5%
Average Salary
£28,500
15 months after graduation
Top Employers
Siemens GamesaNHSReckittKCOMAssociated British Ports
Location & Transportation
Nearest Airport
Humberside Airport
35 km • 35 minutes by car
Public Transport
- Bus: Stagecoach and East Yorkshire buses stop on Cottingham Road with student rider passes. • £11 weekly
- Train: Hull Paragon Interchange connects to Leeds, York and London in under 3 hours. • £35 advance return to Leeds
Local Area
Hull is an affordable maritime city with a regenerated Fruit Market cultural quarter, Humber Street galleries and waterfront cafes.
Cost of Living: Low
Attractions: The Deep aquarium, Hull Marina, East Yorkshire coast
Shopping: St Stephen's Shopping Centre, Princes Quay, Trinity Indoor Market
Entertainment: Bonus Arena, Hull Truck Theatre, Fruit Market live music
Additional Information
Accreditation
AACSB, AMBA, IET, HCPC
Partnerships
- Industry: Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy — Collaborative research on offshore wind operations and graduate pipelines.
- Clinical: NHS Trusts across Yorkshire — Placement network for medicine, nursing and allied health students.
Research Highlights
- Energy and Environment Institute — Leads UK flooding resilience projects and offshore wind innovation, influencing COP28 recommendations. (2023)
- Logistics Institute — Developed digital twin models for Humber ports adopted by Associated British Ports. (2022)
Notable Alumni
- Anthony Minghella — Oscar-winning film director (1975)
- Muhtar Kent — Former CEO of The Coca-Cola Company (1977)
Metadata
Source: University of Hull 2025 prospectus, Hull York Medical School 2025 entry guidance, Graduate Outcomes 2024 update, and Hull campus transport information
Last Updated: 2025-12-03T00:00:00Z
Verified: Yes
Contact Email: global@hull.ac.uk