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Welcome to
Hull
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I’m Dave, the Vice-Chancellor
of the University of Hull. Contents
I’m delighted that you’re Choose Hull.................................................................. 6
thinking of studying here, Open Days and Campus Tours...........................8
and I hope this is the start of How to get to Hull..................................................... 9
your extraordinary journey Our campus............................................................... 10
with us. What we stand for...................................................14
Carbon neutral pledge..........................................15
We’re an inclusive, vibrant and welcoming Team GB partnership.............................................16
University, founded on the strength of our
Accommodation.......................................................18
people, the quality of our research, and our
brilliant students. There’s a strong sense of Our city.........................................................................20
community among our staff and students – Our students' guide to Hull................................ 22
our campus really facilitates this. Your students' union............................................. 24
Sport at Hull...............................................................26
Our lecture theatres, library, supermarket,
cafés, student accommodation, sports Extraordinary experiences................................28
centre and support services are all here in Your guide to degree options .........................30
one location. So you have everything you
need to live, study and socialise. Explore our subjects................................... 33
But don’t just take my word for it… How to apply to Hull..............................................76
Open Days are a great way for our future Your guide to fees and funding.......................78
students to see our wonderful campus for
Support........................................................................ 80
themselves, and learn about everything our
University and city has to offer. I hope you International students..........................................82
take the chance to visit us soon, and I look Course Directory.....................................................84
forward to welcoming you to Hull. Glossary.......................................................................88
Get in touch................................................................89
Most affordable
city in the UK1
Choose
Hull
At Hull, you get it all,
and so much more.
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Career-
inspiring
Official work experience
University with the likes
Partner of of BMW, Disney,
Team GB L’Oréal and IBM2
Hull is around
halfway between
London and
Edinburgh
One of the
Close enough to
everywhere you know, oldest
You’re guaranteed far enough to get away universities
a room in from home in England3
our stunning
on-campus
accommodation4
One campus,
everything
you need
From your room
to your lectures
in under a 10
minute walk
93.9%
are in work or
£300 million
investment in our
further study facilities, with
within 15 months £86 million more
of graduating5 to come
1
numbeo.com Europe Cost of Living Index. Correct as of November 2022.
2
Places will be limited and exact details will be provided when available. Some opportunities depend on your subject.
3
Founded in 1927, the University of Hull is England’s 14th-oldest university.
4
If you're a full time, unaccompanied first year student, and you apply by October 2022, we guarantee you a single-occupancy room in University-owned, managed or directed accommodation.
5
UK domicile full-time first degree leavers; Higher Education Graduate Outcomes statistics, for the academic year 2019/20, published by the Higher Education Statistics Agency July 2022.
Open Days
and Campus Tours
car By car
Humberside Airport – 30 mins
Leeds – 1 hour 10 mins
Lincoln – 1 hour 10 mins
Sheffield – 1 hour 15 mins
Nottingham – 1 hour 45 mins
Liverpool – 2 hours 30 mins
Train By train
Leeds – 55 mins
Manchester – 2 hours
Birmingham – 2 hours 30 mins
London – 2 hours 40 mins
Glasgow Newcastle – 2 hours 30 mins
M8
Edinburgh – 3 hours 45 mins
Edinburgh
A1
plane By plane
Belfast Amsterdam – 1 hour 10 mins
Newcastle
A1 ship By ferry
Rotterdam – 12 hours overnight
York
Dublin
Liverpool
M62
Leeds Hull Travel times based on Google Maps
M1 A15
Manchester
Sheffield
Lincoln
Nottingham A1
A42
Birmingham
M1
Cardiff
Amsterdam
London Rotterdam
One campus,
one community
Everything you need to live, study and socialise is on one safe
and beautiful campus, rather than being scattered around
the city. So there’ll be no early alarms, no waiting for buses, no
rushing across town to get to your lectures. Just more time for
living your best student life.
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Social hub
As well as cafés and bars, our
students’ union is home to the
Asylum nightclub, which hosts gigs by Turn to page 26 to find out
everyone from KSI to Self Esteem. more about Hull Sport File-import
Leading the charge for a Righting social injustices Helping communities better
cleaner, more sustainable and working hard to tackle prepare for rising flood and
and carbon-neutral future slavery in all its forms climate risks
Working to give Promoting culture and Improving health outcomes
everyone the same the creative arts as a by enabling earlier detection
level of healthcare and transformative force for of cancer, dementia and
treatment cities and communities heart disease
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50%
fewer carbon emissions
Transitioning to
renewable energy
such as solar panels and combined heat & power
on campus to date
(August 2022)
systems to fuel our campus
100%
United Nations ethical, sustainable
Climate Change and environmentally
responsible
compostable Race to Zero businesses
vegware products Campaign¹
1
ind out more at educationracetozero.org and
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unfccc.int/climate-action/race-to-zero-campaign. University of Hull Undergraduate Prospectus | 15
Find your
extraordinary
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Places will be limited and exact details
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🔑 Safe as houses
Whether you’ve lost your key or you’re feeling
homesick, our round-the-clock help and
support is there for you.
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Westfield Court
New, top quality & stylish
The Courtyard
Modern, bright & central
Taylor Court
Small, friendly & convenient
This. Is.
Hull.
And it’s like nowhere else. Like discovering a juicy secret. Yes,
we’ve got big ticket attractions. But it’s the quirks, the culture, the
hidden gems waiting around every corner – they’re the reason
students fall in love with our city.
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Our students'
guide to Hull
We’d be all too happy to tell you
the best places to go in Hull. But
really, it’s our students who you
need to ask. Here, let them show
you around…
Go to The Deep
and see the penguins.
You can't get any
better than that.
Joshua Pride in Hull, the region’s biggest LGBTQ+
LLB Law festival, takes place in July every year.
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Cheeseburger Foodies
Best brunch spots
• The Barista on Newland Avenue
• Thieving Harry’s @ the Marina
• Nibble @ the Marina
Asylum
THIS IS
YOUR
STUDENTS’
UNION HULLUNIUNION.COM
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GET TOGETHER
Student Central is home to our award-winning
nightclub and live music venue Asylum, which
has hosted big name gigs from the likes of KSI,
Scouting for Girls, Kae Tempest, James Bay and
Self Esteem. You can enjoy food, drink and live
sport at your very own ‘Spoons on campus, shop
at our SPAR convenience store, and use one of our
shared social spaces to relax between lectures.
GET INVOLVED
Whether you want to represent other students,
influence University policy, or suggest a
campaign, we're here to help you make a
Here at HUSU our mission is to
difference. Through becoming an Academic
or Student Rep, or getting involved in our core represent both the academic
decision making body Union Council, you'll get and non-academic interests
the chance to have your voice heard and make of our members, all students
an impact during your time at Hull. at the University of Hull. We
strive to embody our values of
BE SUPPORTED Fun, Supportiveness, Positivity,
HUSU’s Advice Centre is a free, independent Innovation and Inclusivity,
and impartial service that offers support and whilst taking seriously our role
representation on issues that can affect students, in ensuring students get the
such as money, housing and academic issues.
very best out of their time at
WELCOMEFEST the University of Hull.
HUEY
We’re a hive of activity at the start of the
academic year as we welcome you to campus. PRESIDENT OF HUSU 2022/23
There’ll be a wide range of events taking place,
with something for everyone. From crafting
to clubbing, speed friending to sightseeing ,
WelcomeFest is your opportunity to make new
friends, get to know Hull, and discover all that we
have to offer.
ND
IN PARTNERSHIP
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When you choose to be a part of sport at Hull,
you’re carrying the torch for the University,
for your team and for yourself. You’re also
choosing some of the best sport and fitness
facilities in the country.
sport.hull.ac.uk
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Extraordinary experiences
We don’t just exist to teach. We’re here to help you prepare for life
after University. Whether that’s a year studying abroad, a rewarding
work placement, or a volunteering role you can’t get anywhere else.
So by the time you graduate, you’ll be well and truly on your way to
where you need to be. Where that is, is up to you.
Get to work
Paid internships, work experience, volunteering:
they can all help to boost your CV and make
employers take notice of you. We’ll help you
find the right one for you. And remember, our
Team GB partnership offers opportunities for all
– whether you’re an aspiring Olympian or you’ve
never set foot in a gym.
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Study abroad
“ My year abroad was amazing.
10 out of 10.
I travelled through the Netherlands,
to Malta, Morocco, Brussels and
Germany. It was just an incredible
experience, and it really taught me a
lot about myself.
Joshua Would
LLB Law with Year Abroad graduate
Volunteering
“ Seeing killer whales in the wild
was such a highlight.
After I finished my exams in May,
I moved to the Isle of Mull in the
Hebrides to take part in a 4-month
volunteer placement with The
Hebridean Whale and Dolphin
Trust as an Outreach and Research
Assistant.
Hannah Lightley
BSc Marine Biology graduate
Work placement
“ I left University, and Jaguar Land
Rover, as a business-woman.
I worked in Global Product Marketing
at Jaguar Land Rover for my
placement year. To get a placement
with such a big, well-known company
was absolutely fantastic. I’ve
learned so much, and it’s given me a
completely different outlook.
Emily Brown
BA Business and Marketing graduate
Your guide to
degree options
At Hull, it’s all about choice. Whether you want to combine two or more
subjects, study abroad for a year, or gain hands-on experience as part of
your degree, you’ll find plenty of options here.
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How to apply
See page 76 to find out more about how to apply to Hull. And visit
hull.ac.uk/applying-hub for a step-by-step guide, including advice on how to
choose your subject and write a winning personal statement.
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Biochemistry...................................................................... 36 Law.......................................................................................... 58
Biology....................................................................................37
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Business and Management.........................................39
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Chemical Engineering...................................................40 Mechanical Engineering.............................................. 62
Chemistry.............................................................................. 41 Medical and Biomedical Engineering....................63
Childhood and Family Studies...................................42 Medicine............................................................................... 64
Computer Science............................................................43 Music...................................................................................... 65
Criminology & Professional Policing..................... 44
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Drama, Theatre and Performance...........................45 Physics and Astrophysics.............................................67
Politics and International Studies........................... 68
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Earth and Environmental Science.......................... 46
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Economics............................................................................47
Education Studies............................................................ 48 R
Electrical and Electronic Engineering.................. 49 Robotics and Artificial Intelligence..........................71
English and Creative Writing..................................... 50
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Environmental Science...................................................51
Social Work...........................................................................72
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Film and Media Studies.................................................52
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Teaching Studies...............................................................74
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Zoology..................................................................................75
Geography............................................................................55
You can see our full Course Directory with entry requirements on pages 84 - 87.
#MeToo. Black Lives Matter. Biden and Build Back English and Creative Writing (p50), Film and Media
Better. There’s nowhere in the world quite like Studies (p52), History (p57), Law (p58), Politics (p68)
the USA. And if you’re fascinated by this vibrant,
unique nation, then we’re the university for you.
W
hy study American Studies
✓S
pend a full year studying in the US, giving you an
at Hull?
authentic perspective on this influential nation
We bring together American politics, history,
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hoose from over 30 different US campuses for media, literature and culture to shed light on
your year abroad current topics. So America itself becomes a case
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tudy a range of subjects – such as history, film study. You can see that from our students’ recent
or literature – to suit your own interests and dissertations, which covered topics including the
career aspirations National Parks Service; Orange Is the New Black;
‘When a President doesn’t tell the truth’; LGBTQ+
✓H
ull has been pioneering the teaching of rights; and gun control – to name just a few.
American Studies in the UK for over 50 years
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nlike many universities, you'll be taught Where could this take you?
by a core team of dedicated, friendly and The extra confidence, • Journalism
approachable American Studies experts independence and • Teaching
✓S
tudy a diverse programme that focuses on maturity you’ll gain are
• Law
bringing marginalised voices to the forefront, desirable attributes for
engaging in questions of racial justice and all kinds of employers. • Marketing and PR
LGBTQ+ rights in a digital, globalised context The cultural awareness • Politics
and transferable skills
you’ll pick up will
help you develop as
Want to find out more? a person and will be
hull.ac.uk/ugamerican useful in a variety of
roles.
in the field within industry-standard facilities. Learn Biology (p37), Biomedical Science (p38),
to apply your biochemical knowledge to provide Chemistry (p41), Earth and Environmental Science (p46),
solutions to some of society’s biggest challenges. Environmental Science (p51)
✓S
tudy what you love, developing specialist
clinical or environmental interests Why study Biochemistry at Hull?
✓C
ore modules in microbiology, cellular biology, Our teaching facilities include a new genomics
genetics, and organic, inorganic and analytical lab, analytical instrument facilities and mass
chemistry spectrometry capabilities.
✓E
xplore protein and metabolic biochemistry,
Throughout your course you'll be assessed in a
mass spectrometry and proteomics, genetic
analysis, and cellular regulation and biotech variety of ways including coursework, lab reports
and a few exams. We focus on applying your
✓L
earn cutting-edge techniques like genetic problem solving skills and knowledge to real-world
analysis, mass spectrometry, protein scenarios.
purification, and DNA sequencing
✓C
arry out research and explore novel scientific Where could this take you?
concepts during independent research The analytical and lab • Industrial biochemist
projects, or take our Biology in Education skills you’ll develop
module to prepare you for teaching • Analytical or data
here are highly valued scientist
✓D
evelop essential skills during workshops, lab by employers. And
our emphasis on • Postgraduate
classes and your final year project
collaboration and researcher
problem solving means • Postgraduate
you'll graduate with the teacher
skills to think and work • Clinical researcher
as a scientist.
• Biotechnologist
Want to find out more?
hull.ac.uk/ugbio
¹ (Biology, joint 8th) The Guardian University Rankings 2023.
² Hull is the only university in the world to have three winners and one runner up in the Royal
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Biology
teaching lab.
Science
Your job is vital. Sometimes life-giving, sometimes AC C R E D I TAT I O N
life-saving, always life-changing. You’re at the The Institute of Biomedical Science accredits our
cutting-edge of research that’s helping to diagnose Biomedical Science degree
and treat diseases. Well, you're not yet. But you
could be. And this is where you start…
✓O
pen the doors to a career in laboratory Why study Biomedical
science and beyond Science at Hull?
✓G
ain a deep understanding of the human form We’re one of the few campuses in the UK with a
and function in health and disease pre-clinical imaging unit, which links biomedical
science with chemistry and medicine. And you
✓L
earn about the underlying causes of
could have the chance to carry out research
pathologies, and how this knowledge can be
projects spanning different scientific disciplines.
applied to diagnosis and treatment
In particular, the Allam Research Building – which
✓L
inks with local biotechnology companies, houses some of our research labs – is a centre for
research units, hospitals, and the police cancer and cardiovascular research.
✓Y
our final year research project may include
access to the Microscopy Imaging Suite, PET Where could this take you?
(Positron Emission Tomography) Research You can work in the • Biomedical Scientist
Centre, and the Daisy Research Laboratories at NHS, and medical
Hull's Castle Hill Hospital if required • Forensic Scientist
institutions. Some
of our graduates • Biotechnologist
also work with local • Healthcare scientist
employers such as • Medical research
ConocoPhillips, Reckitt, scientist
Smith & Nephew,
• Academic researcher
QC testing labs, the
Civil Service, and
Want to find out more? pharmacies.
hull.ac.uk/ugbiomed
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✓G
ain the business understanding employers are W
hy study Business and
looking for Management at Hull?
✓S
pecialise in accounting, marketing, human Our professional accreditations give you
resource management, entrepreneurship or significant exemptions from essential exams. This
management means a faster route to professional qualifications,
✓P
lacements with the likes of Siemens Gamesa, because you graduate already part-qualified – and
Intel, BMW, Disney, Sony, IBM, Bosch, and Jaguar you could start on a higher salary.
Land Rover
You’ll also get access to our Centre for Professional
✓ J oin an AACSB-accredited business school, which Success, which will help you source relevant
is held by fewer than 5% of business programmes placements and employer projects.
worldwide
✓E
xclusive access to our Business Lounge and Where could this take you?
Executive Education Suite for group learning and Our graduates go on • Management consultant
networking with businesses to work for businesses • Product/project
✓S
tudy abroad – for a year, a semester, or over your such as IBM, Red Bull, manager
summer break – at one of our partner institutions Morrisons, Next, Rolls-
Royce and HSBC. Want • Training and
to be your own boss? development manager
Our entrepreneurship • Corporate responsibility
pathway will guide you manager
Want to find out more? on starting your own
business.
hull.ac.uk/ugbusiness
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lacement and job opportunities with
W
hy study Chemical
companies like BP, Total, Smith & Nephew,
Reckitt, INEOS, Phillips 66, and Cargill Engineering at Hull?
✓A
ccess to one of the UK’s best training facilities: Our degrees are accredited by the Institution
CATCH (Centre for Assessment of Technical of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) and meet the
Competency – Humber) academic criteria for registration as a Chartered
Engineer. The MEng options give you the
✓E
xperience life as a chemical engineer and mandatory four years of study that you need for
plant operator, using real equipment and accreditation as a Chartered Engineer.
operating procedures
✓P
rocess safety training for all MEng Year 4 Where could this take you?
students As the site of Britain’s • Chemical engineer
✓V
irtually experience processing plants within ‘energy estuary’, the • Bioprocess engineer
our virtual control room Humber is a hotbed
• Food processing
of placement and
engineer
career opportunities
– it’s home to 350+ • Process engineer
engineering and • Pharmaceutical
process companies. consultant
So you’ll be in a prime • Knowledge Transfer
spot to access a range Partnership (KTP)
of career paths across Associate
multiple industries.
Want to find out more?
hull.ac.uk/ugchemeng
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² (9th) The Complete University Guide 2023.
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Chemistry
capabilities.
✓L
ong-standing placement programme, and
Where could this take you?
mentoring with professional scientists
Our graduates • Industrial chemist
hoose from a three-year BSc, or a four-year
✓C
frequently go into • Environmental
MChem programme if you’re thinking of a
successful careers scientist
career in industrial or academic chemistry
with companies in
• Further study or
✓ Our MChem programme can also include a the chemical and
research (e.g. MSc, PhD)
year-long placement in the chemical industry pharmaceutical
industries, such • Pharmaceutical
as Reckitt, Smith scientist
& Nephew, Croda • Lab technician
International, and • Teaching
Want to find out more? Johnson Matthey. • Biotechnologist
hull.ac.uk/ugchemistry
• Science communication
and publishing
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Family Studies
qualification.
Science
Discover the technological advances and exciting AC C R E D I TAT I O N
challenges of computer science in this fast- Our degrees are accredited by the
evolving discipline. Gain a thorough grounding in British Computer Society
the fundamentals before focussing your studies
on a specialism of your choice, and get experience
with our strong industry connections.
W
hy study Computer
egree options in Computer Science, Artificial
✓D Science at Hull?
Intelligence (AI), Games Programming,
Software Engineering, and Robotics and AI Our Computer Science, Software Engineering
(see page 71) and Games Programming degrees have been
accredited to the maximum available level by the
✓M
odule options depend on your degree, with British Computer Society. The BSc degree meets
topics such as AI for Computer Science and the academic requirements for full Chartered
Games, Advanced Programming, and Mixed- IT Professional and partial Chartered Engineer
Reality Development status. And our MEng degrees fully meet the
requirements for both Chartered IT Professional
✓ Links to companies like EA, Sony and Black Marble
and Chartered Engineer status.
✓G
uaranteed paid placement year with the likes
of BT, BAE Systems, Microsoft or IBM Where could this take you?
✓H
ull Immersive Visual Environment (HIVE) with These degrees give you the knowledge to be part
VR headsets and 3D immersive cube of a field that has an impact on practically every
✓H
igh-spec PCs, motion capture, humanoid part of life. Graduate careers include computing,
robots, laser scanning, and console dev kits video games, teaching or the business, financial
and public sectors.
✓T
ake part in our ‘Three Thing Game’ – work in
teams to create a game over a weekend Some of our graduates have gone on to work for
industry giants such as Sony, Microsoft, Electronic
Arts, Rockstar Games, Dell, Fujitsu and Capita.
Want to find out more?
hull.ac.uk/ugcomputer
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commitment to the performing arts. That passion English and Creative Writing (p50),
has always been part of our courses at Hull. You Film and Media Studies (p52), Music (p65)
not only learn about the theatre, you learn on the
job, by making theatre.
W
hy study Drama, Theatre and
EW for 2023: BA Acting, delivered in
✓N
Performance at Hull?
collaboration with Middle Child Theatre
Company You’ll benefit from direct contact with arts
organisations and industry professionals such
✓ J oin a diverse community that learns on the job
as Hull Truck Theatre; our artists-in-residence,
in ensemble settings, and creates and performs
The Roaring Girls; Davy and Kristin McGuire; or
for a variety of audiences
Middle Child. We’ll also support you throughout
✓R
ange of theatre-making opportunities each your career with artist-in-residence opportunities
week, from classical to experimental and regular events that help your networking and
employability.
✓D
evelop your talents as a performer, designer,
creative technician, writer or teacher
Where could this take you?
✓ L
earn how to be a well-balanced theatre maker
A Drama degree • Acting
in specialisms of your choice
can open doors to • Directing
✓T
ake part in at least two major productions a range of careers.
each year, and form a small theatre company in Our graduates have • Writing
your final year gone on to work for • Stage management
world-renowned • Production
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ccess to the Gulbenkian Centre, a purpose- theatres and theatre
built theatre with studios and workshop areas • Theatre manager
companies. Many of
them also find success • Arts facilitator
in creative industries • Teacher
such as journalism and • Postgraduate
Want to find out more? education. student
hull.ac.uk/ugdrama
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Science
tackle Earth’s biggest challenges.
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in the real world. That’s why you won’t just examine Business School degrees have
economic concepts and analytical tools as part of international accreditation from AACSB
some abstract mathematical theory. You’ll explore
how economic issues relate to public policy, and how
they impact industry, society and people.
Why study Economics at Hull?
✓S
tudy topical issues such as digitisation, social Hull has links with major international businesses.
inequality, climate change, and financial crises Get real industry experience on a one-year
placement with the likes of Bosch, BMW, Siemens
✓E
xplore everything from individuals’ and
or Disney, or spend a year with the Government
businesses’ microeconomic choices to the large-
Economic Service or the Office for National
scale decisions of government and supranational
Statistics. You can also spend a year studying
organisations
abroad, or take an internship for half your final year.
✓B
A Business Economics focuses on how
micro and macroeconomics can help business Where could this take you?
managers make better decisions
With a degree in • Economist
✓B
Sc Economics shows you how sophisticated Economics, you’ll • Politician
tools are used to apply economic theory to real- have a foundation for
world issues a variety of careers. • Journalist
You’ll find yourself • Data analyst
he BA and BSc share a common first year, so you
✓T
in demand across all • Tax associate
can choose to switch direction in the second year
sectors, industries
• Business manager
✓B
A Philosophy, Politics and Economics gives and countries, from
you a wider perspective on modern society private companies
like Aviva and Coca-
Cola to public-sector
employers like the
Want to find out more? Government Economic
Service and the NHS.
hull.ac.uk/ugeconomics
“ Ivariety
chose Hull because of the
of content that will
benefit me when I work in
industry. I came to an Open Day
Electrical and and it was such an enlightening
and enthusiastic environment.
Engineering
Engineering
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earn the most advanced ideas from research- W
hy study Electrical and Electronic
active staff with years of experience and Engineering at Hull?
invaluable industry contacts
We were the first in the UK to gain Institution of
✓G
ain key skills that employers are looking for: Engineering and Technology (IET) accreditation.
analysis, design and business awareness Our BEng courses fully meet the academic
✓E
xplore up-to the-minute fields including requirements for registration as an Incorporated
smart power, instrumentation, process control, Engineer, and partly for Chartered Engineer.
communications and remote sensing Our MEng degrees fully meet the academic
requirements for becoming a Chartered Engineer.
✓D
esign, build and test models in our
embedded systems lab, robotics lab and digital Where could this take you?
manufacturing lab
Electronic and Electrical Engineers are employed
✓S
pend a year on placement in industry, with in companies working on the design, development
support from our award-winning careers team and manufacture of a wide variety of products;
✓B
uild a racing car and compete at Silverstone in servicing companies and maintenance
with our Hull Electric Racing Team departments; as technical advisors for marketing
departments; in academic or government research
✓O
ur engineering courses share a common first facilities; in government regulatory agencies;
year, so you can choose a different pathway in in patent offices; and as professional Chartered
second year² Engineers.
Writing
University and city.
change. You'll work on projects relating to real-world Drama, Theatre and Performance (p45),
situations with themes of sustainability, collaboration Film and Media Studies (p52)
and resilience throughout. Read global literature,
analyse language and share your unique voice.
✓W
rite in a range of forms from prose to poetry, to Where could this take you?
scriptwriting and non-fiction, and hone your craft
through exercises, workshops and discussions Our programmes • Professional writing
train you to analyse, • Journalism
✓A
s published authors and scholars, your tutors research and
bring their expertise into each session communicate at a very • Advertising
✓A
nalyse the influence of language on high level. Hull English • Librarianship
everything from business to social media graduates develop • Publishing
skills that are prized
• Research
in many professions
and acquire the • Local government
adaptability to flourish • Marketing
in various arenas. • Teaching
Want to find out more?
hull.ac.uk/ugenglish
Environmental
Geographical Information Systems
(GIS), or on field trips to destinations
like Brazil, Egypt and Mallorca.²
Science
The world needs environmental scientists to AC C R E D I TAT I O N
understand and manage the environmental Our Environmental Science course is accredited
issues we face. This degree will help you develop by The Institution of Environmental Sciences (IES)
a deep understanding of the complex forces
shaping our planet, and give you a thorough
theoretical and practical grounding in the W
hy study Environmental
elaborate nature of environmental systems and
Science at Hull?
our relationship with them.
We’re accredited by The Institution of
✓L
earn from experts in biology, geography and
Environmental Sciences (IES). So you can apply
earth science
for free student membership of the IES, starting
✓G
ain key skills in experimental design, data you on the route to becoming a Chartered
management and analysis Environmentalist or Chartered Scientist.
✓S
pecialise in specific ecological, chemical or
We’ve also announced a plan to become carbon
physical aspects of the environment
neutral by 2027, which marks the year we turn 100
✓C
hoose your own research project on a topic years old. Find out more on page 15.
you love, supported by specialist modules
✓A
pply your skills on field studies and our Where could this take you?
Environmental Impact Assessment module You’ll gain a range of • Environmental
✓L
earn to dive alongside your degree, and field and lab skills, and consultant
expertise in environmental • Environmental
develop specialist skills like underwater
monitoring and impact regulator
navigation and photography3
assessment processes.
That’ll make you an • Conservation worker
excellent candidate • Environmental
Want to find out more? for organisations researcher
hull.ac.uk/ugenvsci like the Environment • Teacher
Agency, environment
consultancies, local
¹ (Joint 7th) The Guardian University Rankings 2023. councils or wildlife trusts.
² Most overseas field trips run in the summer between the second and third year. There is an
extra charge but the trips are subsidised. Destinations listed above are currently included in
our list of field trip opportunities but may be subject to change.
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thought-provoking theory. If you’re passionate American Studies (p35), Drama, Theatre and
about film, you’ll explore the practical side of Performance (p45), English and Creative Writing (p50),
filmmaking while studying its history and culture. Music (p65)
Or if media studies is your thing, you can master
production skills while exploring the relationship
between media and society. Why study Film and Media Studies
at Hull?
✓ I n BA Media Production, you’ll explore
production and post-production skills, and Our links to regional film and media organisations,
develop planning skills and awareness of legal such as Screen Yorkshire’s Connected Campus and
and ethical responsibilities the Northern Media Mentors, can help you break
into the competitive film and TV industry through
✓L
earn about the opportunities and challenges of placements, masterclasses and visiting speakers.
the industry, and how to navigate them Students have also gained experience working
✓B
A Media Studies develops your knowledge of on several film and TV productions including The
how the media industries operate, and how you Crown, David Copperfield, and Enola Holmes 2,
can shape its future reflecting the growing popularity and significance
of the region as a film location.
✓ I n BA Film Studies, you’ll explore films from
across history, continents and genres
Where could this take you?
✓T
aught by experts in horror, TV drama, Disney,
Our graduates have • TV and film
and East Asian, British and Hollywood cinema
gone on to become production
✓G
et access to bootcamps, masterclasses and directors, producers, • Charity and
visiting speakers publishers, writers, community media
journalists, presenters,
marketers, costume • Public relations
designers, events • Costume design
managers, charity • Marketing
Want to find out more? workers, and more.
• Events management
hull.ac.uk/ugfilm
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Science
replica Crime Scene Training Facility.
from the crime scene to the courtroom. You’ll gain Biomedical Science (p38), Criminology (p44)
hands-on experience of forensic investigation and
analysing evidence in the laboratory. Then you’ll
learn how to be an expert witness in court. Why study Forensic Science at Hull?
✓G
ain the essential knowledge to become a You’ll learn much more than the theory –
competent and confident forensic scientist, and you’ll build up practical skills in crime scene
prepare yourself for a whole range of scientific investigation and analysing evidence, right
careers – even ones that may not exist yet through to presenting evidence in court. In your
third year, you’ll carry out career-inspiring projects
✓D
evelop critical thinking skills and learn how to mentored by our expert researchers. Plus, our
present clearly evidenced opinions student-led Forensic Science society is here to
✓T
aught by internationally respected help support your academic skills.
practitioners using the most advanced
concepts and methodologies Where could this take you?
✓U
se some of the best facilities in the UK, You can pursue a career • Forensic scientist
including our Crime Scene Training Facility and in the criminal justice • Crime scene
Allam Medical Building system as a forensic investigator
scientist or crime scene
✓C
ore modules include DNA and investigator. You'll also • Researcher
Chromatography, Biochemistry, Human gain highly transferable • Laboratory analyst
Anatomy, Forensic Analysis of Drugs, and skills making you • Commercial scientist
Independent Research Project employable in a wide
• Scientific writer
✓O
ptional modules include Forensic Psychology, range of sectors – from
education through • Teaching
Cellular Pathology, and Human Genetics
to quality control in • Consultancy
the pharmaceutical
• Civil Service
industry.
Want to find out more?
hull.ac.uk/ugforensic
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Graphic Design
and prepare for your future.
digital media, graphic design, advertising, web Film and Media Studies (p52), Drama, Theatre and
development and game design, you’ll gain the Performance (p45), Music (p65)
practical, critical and creative skills to succeed in
the industry. And beyond.
Why study Game Design or
✓ In Game Design, you can take part in study Graphic Design at Hull?
trips, visits from guest speakers, game jams
and an optional year in industry. You'll create If you choose BA Game Design, you can take
games, 2D and 3D characters and worlds, advantage of professional opportunities like the
animations and videos. Game Republic Student Showcase: a great chance
to show your work to the industry. If you choose
✓ In Graphic Design, you’ll study advanced visual BA Graphic Design, you'll learn skills and
design, typography, colour, composition and techniques that give you the best chance of
design history. You'll create graphics using professional employment.
traditional techniques and the latest digital
technologies.
Where could this take you?
✓O
ur industry-standard Media Hub includes a
You’ll learn how to • Game or graphic
virtual reality lounge complete with a Virtuix
create visual solutions designer
Omni VR treadmill. You'll also have access
for specific audiences • Animator
to Viper: the highest spec computer at any
and purposes, giving
university in the North of England. you a competitive edge • UI/UX designer
✓G
ain vital leadership and professional skills for your future career. • Environment artist
while working in industry-standard PC and Mac And our connections • Web designer
design studios with industry give you
• Art director
opportunities to gain
invaluable experience. • 2D or 3D artist
• Sound designer
• Character artist
Want to find out more?
hull.ac.uk/ugdesign
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Geography
the USA, Asia or around Europe.
the planet, from globalisation and sustainability, Our Geography courses are accredited by the
to hazards and climate change. Apply your Royal Geographical Society
knowledge to the real world through practical
work, including field trips.4
Why study Geography at Hull?
✓ Study human and physical geography in first year
You’ll have exclusive access to a GIS suite and
✓E
xplore the connections and differences between teaching labs, where you can develop your
places, global scale patterns and processes experimental skills and work on your final-year
relevant to the environment and society dissertation: all part of our ‘learning by doing’
✓S
pecialise in human or physical geography, or do a approach. You get personal supervisor support
mixture of the two, in your second and third year throughout your degree, and can gain work
experience on our Professional Consultancy module
✓H
uman geography includes cities, or on our Placement Year.
development, globalisation and sustainability
✓P
hysical geography includes hazards, climate Where could this take you?
change, conservation and rivers Recent graduates have • Environmental
✓F
ollow your own research interests for your gone on to work for consultant
final-year dissertation ARUP, the Met Office, • Town planner
Atkins, Burberry,
✓D
evelop key geographical and digital skills such the British Army, • Conservation officer
as in Geographical Information Systems (GIS) Middlesbrough FC, • Teacher
KPMG, Yorkshire Wildlife • Hydrographer
Trust, Associated British
• Flood risk modeller
Ports and Green Energy,
Want to find out more? as well as local and • GIS technician
national government,
hull.ac.uk/uggeography and the media.
Midwifery
If you’re passionate about making a difference to AC C R E D I TAT I O N S
History bestow.
communicated through the latest technology American Studies (p35), English and Creative Writing (p50),
– seeking to tackle today’s most pressing local, Law (p58), Politics (p68)
national and global challenges. We balance the
thrill of fresh discoveries with looking at familiar
topics, while teaching the analytical skills that Why study History at Hull?
employers value.
You’ll benefit from the resources of a city that’s
✓U
ncover the historical roots of contemporary steeped in history – with access to the Hull History
social, political and environmental challenges Centre, the Blaydes Maritime Centre and the world-
renowned Wilberforce Institute. And, of course,
✓E
ngage with social and cultural history, war and there’s the Brynmor Jones Library – housing more
politics, sudden events and long-term change than a million books, journals and periodicals, as well
as extensive digital resources drawn from libraries
✓W
ork with local museums, archives and
and archives across the world.
galleries, and take part in voluntary placements
with the Hull History Network
Where could this take you?
✓O
ur assessments aim to reflect the real world,
so you won’t have exams but may have some You’ll learn how to • Journalism
time-limited tasks analyse complex data • Civil Service
and present clear and
✓C
riticise sources of historical information from coherent arguments • Heritage
newspapers to computer games to diverse audiences, management
and develop skills • Marketing
✓D
evelop your own ideas through channels such
for working both • Law
as podcasts and online exhibitions
collaboratively and
• Politics
independently in essays,
presentations and
classroom discussions.
Want to find out more? These are all skills that
employers value.
hull.ac.uk/ughistory
for what’s right and make a real change in the Business and Management (p39), Criminology (p44),
world? Then Hull University Law School is for you. Politics (p68), Professional Policing (p69)
And this is not a typical law school. We offer a
personal experience: here, every student counts.
Why study Law at Hull?
✓R
esearch, engage with and question the law in
its social, moral and political contexts You’re a professional-in-the-making from day
one, with us and your peers behind you every
✓M
odules in legal specialities including criminal step of the way. We take the time to get to know
justice, international law, commercial law and you, develop your individual abilities, help you
family law challenge current thinking and grow in confidence.
✓T
aught by experts whose research influences You’ll also get access to our Centre for Professional
policy, regulatory change and public debate Success, which will help you source relevant
placements and employer projects.
✓S
tudy abroad in countries including France,
Germany and the Netherlands Where could this take you?
✓T
ake part in mooting, negotiating and client The skills and • Solicitor
interviewing competitions through our Student knowledge you gain • Barrister
Law Society are highly sought after
by most employers – • Legal executive
✓R
ub shoulders with leading law firms at our • Financial services
not just lawyers – so
yearly careers convention
you’ll open up a whole • HM Armed Forces
✓G
uaranteed place at the University of Law, range of careers. All of
• Politics
which prepares students for the Solicitors our LLB programmes
Qualifying Exam (SQE) include the foundations
of legal knowledge,
which are essential if
you intend to go into
legal practice.
Want to find out more?
hull.ac.uk/uglaw
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Biology
BSc Marine Biology Graduate
¹ (3rd in Ecology and Environmental Biology) National Student Survey (NSS) 2022, HEIs only.
² Choose subsidised dive training as part of our Ecology module and become a PADI-certified
Advanced Open Water Diver (extra fee may be payable).
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Marketing
Land Rover, IBM and Sony.
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Engineering
engineering skills.
✓S
tudy with expert professional and practising
Why study Mechanical Engineering
engineers whose research feeds into our course at Hull?
✓O
ur engineering courses share a common first Our excellent facilities include the FabLab. It’s
year, so you can switch degrees in second year if a purpose-built maker space with 3D printers,
you want to choose a different pathway2 laser scanners and CNC machine, where you can
digitally manufacture models and prototypes.
✓T
he modules you’ll study encourage project- You’ll also have access to a Mechanical
based learning, and you’ll get the chance to Engineering workshop and industry-level software
manufacture and test your concepts such as MatLab, Solidworks and ANSYS.
✓P
ast work placements include Reckitt, Airbus,
Virgin Media, IBM, BMW Group, Siemens, Where could this take you?
Microsoft and Smith & Nephew The skills you learn will • Designer
✓G
ain transferable skills: teamwork, problem give you access to a range • Product developer
solving, presenting and report writing of industries – including
manufacturing, power, • Production manager
✓T
ake part in Global Challenge and work in a team construction and the • Engineering manager
to tackle a design and build project medical sector. Our • Researcher
✓ Direct route to Chartered Engineer status3 graduates have gone
• Science or technology
on to find work with
professional
organisations such as BAE
Systems, British Energy,
the Royal Navy, Williams
F1 and Rolls-Royce.
Want to find out more?
hull.ac.uk/ugmech
1
(Joint 8th) The Guardian University Rankings 2023.
2
Does not apply to Chemical Engineering.
3
All our Mechanical, Medical and Biomedical Engineering programmes are recognised
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Engineering
Engineering
Medicine
and Junior Doctor
School, a partnership between the Universities of Biomedical Science (p38), Health, Nursing and Midwifery
Hull and York. Here, you’ll be prepared for life as (p56), Medical and Biomedical Engineering (p63)
a junior doctor through a combination of patient-
centred teaching, problem-based learning (PBL)
led by clinicians, and regular clinical experience. Why study Medicine at Hull?
✓M
B BS Medicine (5 years) combines patient- Being a good doctor is about solving problems.
centred teaching, clinician-led PBL, rigorous That’s why we put problem-based learning at
academic study and regular clinical experience the heart of our curriculum. Led by experienced
from week three of your first year tutors with a passion for education, it offers a
lively and interactive way to build your knowledge,
✓F
rom your third year onwards, you’ll be fully while reinforcing what you learn in your lectures
immersed in a range of clinical placements, and on clinical placement. It allows you to form
rotating through different specialisms and strong relationships, learn how to communicate
locations effectively in a group and work as part of a team
✓M
B BS Medicine with a Gateway Year to tackle and solve problems – skills that will be
(6 years) includes an extra year at the start, invaluable throughout your medical career.
which focuses on facilitating your transition
from school or college to university Where could this take you?
✓T
he extra year will bring your scientific At the end of both the five and six-year courses,
knowledge up to the required standard, and you’ll receive your MB BS degree, which is a primary
boost your study skills while teaching you medical qualification (PMQ). Holding a PMQ entitles
about professionalism and the NHS you to provisional registration with the General
Medical Council.
Visit hyms.ac.uk/medicine/after-you-graduate
to find out more.
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Philosophy
BA Philosophy graduate
everything: to critique fundamental ideas, American Studies (p35), Economics (p47), English and
using reasoned argument, logical thinking, and Creative Writing (p50), History (p57), Politics (p68),
creative imagination. You'll discuss foundational Psychology (p70)
texts in the history of ideas as well as important
contemporary philosophical debates – gaining
philosophical problem solving skills necessary for Why study Philosophy at Hull?
a fulfilling life and a rewarding career.
We’re consistently rated highly for student
✓L
earn philosophy by doing philosophy: satisfaction, thanks to the expertise of our staff
experience the intellectual excitement of and their focus on developing each individual
engaging in philosophical debate student. Peer-Assisted Student Success (PASS) is
a scheme for students to help other year groups.
✓W
e’re looking for people who enjoy digging You can train to lead small-group discussions
beneath the surface of an issue, challenging and gain experience in mentoring and leadership
assumptions and examining philosophical alongside your studies.
principles
✓Y
our voice matters – we ask you to think for Where could this take you?
yourself, to be willing to change your mind, and The way we teach • Business and finance
to seek to change the minds of others Philosophy at Hull will • Law
✓A
s well as ethics, consciousness, free will, sharpen your analytical
• Media production
reality, truth and justice, you’ll explore emerging and critical skills, and
promote intellectual • Publishing
issues like AI, gender, political power, image
technology, science and the environment integrity and a creative • Journalism
approach to problem • Politics
solving – all attributes
that employers look for. • The Civil Service
• Postgraduate study
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nanoscale to the cosmological scale. Here, you can All our courses are accredited
help us chip away at the boundaries of knowledge. by the Institute of Physics
Our students conduct real investigative research
in areas like advanced materials, lasers and space
science – tackling questions that no-one else has W
hy study Physics and
yet answered. Astrophysics at Hull?
✓S
tudy under world-leading academics in Advances in new energy sources, modern medical
research areas such as condensed matter techniques, communications and computers:
theory, laser physics and astrophysics they’ve all come from physicists with the
knowledge to innovate and the skills to deliver.
✓ I n your first two years, you’ll have weekly A physics degree at Hull provides you with a
tutorials, and throughout your degree there are thorough grasp of fundamental physics and maths
one-to-one feedback sessions with your tutor concepts. It also gives you the investigative skills
✓W
e’ll help you develop the transferable data to apply these concepts to new areas of science,
science skills (for example in Python, one of the technology and enterprise.
fastest-growing programming languages) that
employers value Where could this take you?
✓P
art of White Rose Industrial Physics Alliance Recent Hull graduates • Data scientist
(WRIPA): a unique employability network have gained roles at • Laser systems
which runs careers events where you can meet companies such as
engineering
potential future employers Rolls-Royce, Thales,
QinetiQ, NPL, Reckitt, • Telecommunications
Atkins and Clyde • IT and computing
Bergemann. Others
• Medical physics
have secured places
on graduate training • Nuclear engineer
schemes with the
Want to find out more? National Grid and the
hull.ac.uk/ugphysics NHS, among others.
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contemporary political debate. It enables you Economics (p47), History (p57), Law (p58),
to assess and challenge arguments over the Philosophy (p66)
key issues of the day, such as the possession
and exercise of power; wealth and inequality;
individual and collective identity; and the use of Why study Politics and
violence for political ends. International Studies at Hull?
✓G
ain critical insights into the domestic and global Through our unique internship opportunities, you
significance of politics can get access to Parliament or an alternative
politics-related learning placement, such as at
✓R
esearch, debate and learn from some of the the Hansard Society, the Humber Local Economic
country’s leading experts in British government Partnership or the Royal Armouries Museum
and politics, political theory, political economy, in Leeds. You’ll benefit from our Centre for
international relations, and war studies Professional Success too. They’ll support you
✓L
earn the skills to research, source and examine in sourcing relevant placements and employer
information, to critically analyse evidence and projects.
construct robust arguments
Where could this take you?
✓A
ll of our 3-year programmes give you the option
to study abroad for a trimester, whether it be in Our graduates are well • Politics
Europe, the USA, or Hong Kong known throughout • HM Armed Forces
the major UK political
parties. In fact, so many • The media
of them now work in • The Civil Service
Westminster that they’ve • Business and the
become affectionately commercial sector
known as ‘the Hull Mafia’.
• The charity sector
• Intelligence services
Want to find out more?
hull.ac.uk/ugpolitics
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You will need to apply for the Special Constable training programme through Humberside
1
Psychology
Psychology ClinPsyD Graduate
higher order mental functions (such as memory, All our BSc Psychology courses
perception and language acquisition), their are accredited by the British
underlying brain functions as well as mental Psychological Society
health challenges.
✓D
evelop practical and technical skills which can Why study Psychology at Hull?
help tackle real-life issues such as dementia
Our teaching is research-led and our staff of
✓O
ption to graduate with a named-pathway experienced researchers and practitioners are
degree: BSc Psychology (Neuroscience), BSc experts in their fields. Our students are given a
Psychology (Applied Psychology), and BSc Personal Supervisor to provide both academic
Psychology (Clinical Psychology) and pastoral support throughout their studies. We
✓W
ork as a research assistant or intern while you offer a fast-track route to qualifying as a Clinical
study, gaining hands-on experience for your CV Psychologist.¹
✓B
Sc Psychology and BSc Psychology with
Where could this take you?
Criminology offer an optional placement year in
industry Psychology is a • Clinical psychologist
diverse subject and • Educational
✓S
tudy a semester abroad at one of our European our graduates go on
partner universities, including in the Netherlands, psychologist
to work in many areas.
Germany, Norway and Malta The transferable skills • Sports psychologist
you'll learn can be • Forensic psychologist
applied to many public • Occupational
and private sector psychologist
roles (e.g. teaching,
marketing and HR). • Social worker
Intelligence
robotic systems in our Robotics Lab.
remote islands. Robots are being sent into some of Computer Science (p43), Game and Graphic Design (p54),
the most dangerous places on Earth. Automated Mechanical Engineering (p62)
warehouses are revolutionising the way businesses
operate. The world is ever-changing. And it needs
skilled, hands-on people to keep it turning. That’s W
hy study Robotics and Artificial
where you come in.
Intelligence at Hull?
✓G
ain a solid background in computer science Our guaranteed paid year in industry is a great
and programming, plus experience of the AI opportunity to apply your knowledge and skills
tools needed to enable robots to autonomously in the workplace, learn industry skills and make
operate in the real world yourself more employable after you graduate. Hull
also has many active student-led societies and
✓S
tudy the impact of AI and robotics on society,
extracurricular opportunities – from hackathons to
and the ethical dilemmas that come with such
networking events with employers.
rapid advances in technology
✓A
ccess motion capture environments for drones Where could this take you?
and VR, AR and MR facilities in the Hull Immersive
Visualisation Environment (HIVE) You could help to • Robotics software
develop the latest developer/engineer
✓B
ecome an expert in Python, an industry- tech – from driverless • AI developer
standard language used in many fields and cars to drones, space
especially in AI vehicles to technology- • Simulation engineer
assisted clothing. And • Autonomous vehicles
✓D
evelop your professional skills and build a
you’ll be well-placed for architect
portfolio of work to show employers leadership roles because • R&D professional
you’ll have the skills to
integrate several areas
of engineering and
computer science.
Want to find out more?
hull.ac.uk/ugrobotics
Social Work
BA Social Work graduate
difference in people’s lives, BA Social Work could be Our Social Work degree is validated
for you. Our range of placement opportunities and by Social Work England²
expert staff with real-world experience will prepare
you for a career as an outstanding social work
practitioner.
Why study Social Work at Hull?
✓S
tudy issues like homelessness, drug and alcohol We’re one of the founding members of the
use, disability and mental health as well as social Humber Social Work Teaching Partnership, giving
welfare policies and the safeguarding of adults you access to some of the biggest employers of
and children social work practitioners in the area. And thanks
to those strong relationships, you’ll get a range
✓D
evelop the skills to work with adults, children
of placement experiences located in inner cities,
and young people in a range of circumstances,
market towns and seaside resorts. This provides
and learn how to safeguard and protect people
you with a breadth of experience that makes you
where required
highly employable after graduation.
✓F
lexible entry routes if you don’t meet our
entry requirements, including the University Where could this take you?
Certificate in Health and Social Care Practice,
Thanks to our practice • Social worker
and the Alternative Route into Health and
placements, you’ll • Mental health
Social Care
have the real-world practitioner
know-how to back up
the theory. With our • Drug practitioner
degrees, you’ll clock up • Community worker
hundreds of hours in • Welfare rights advisor
a professional setting
• Youth justice office
giving you frontline
experience.
Sport, Health
through university just doing
what’s necessary, but by seeking
new experiences I’ve been given
Science
BSc (Hons) Sport Rehabilitation graduate
✓D
iscover the principles and theory that
underpin sport, health and exercise science W
hy study Sport, Health and
✓G
et hands-on experience on placements with Exercise Science at Hull?
professional sports teams, elite athletes and
You’ll be at a university that invests in our students’
local health providers
sporting potential. Each year we award scholarships
✓G
ain the theoretical knowledge and real-world on our Talented Athlete Programme. As well as a
skills that are relevant to this growing market cash award, you get tailored support to suit you
and your sport. And you’ll benefit from our recent
✓L
earn from tutors who work with both elite-
£16-million investment in sports facilities, and the
level sports performers and NHS patients, and
chance to join one of our 50 Athletic Union clubs.
who’ve collaborated with FIFA, the International
See page 26 for more details about Sport at Hull.
Olympic Committee and the World Anti-Doping
Agency
Where could this take you?
✓A
ccess our Health and Human Performance
Lab, Sport Rehabilitation Suite, Environmental You could work in • Sport rehabilitator
Chamber, Performance Analysis Suite, Exercise specialist areas like • Clinical exercise
Physiology Labs, Hull Injury and Performance professional sport, scientist
personal training and
Hub, and ‘Showcase kitchen’ • Sport scientist
NHS roles including
entering the NHS Scientist • Personal trainer
Training Programme. • Sport nutritionist
Graduates have secured
• Performance analyst
roles with football
clubs like Hull City and • Secondary or primary
Want to find out more? Middlesbrough FC. school teacher
hull.ac.uk/ugsport
Teaching
you're thinking of changing your
career, or if you're looking to gain a
specialist first degree.
Studies
Are you passionate about becoming a teacher? Y O U M AY A L S O B E I N T E R E S T E D I N . . .
Our BA Primary Teaching Studies and BA/BSc Childhood and Family Studies (p42), Education Studies (p48)
Secondary Teaching Studies degrees provide
students with an accelerated route towards a
PGCE or taking on a teaching role in schools.
Why study Teaching Studies
✓ Two-year accelerated programmes at Hull?
✓ Choose BA Primary Teaching Studies or Our experienced and committed team offers
BA/BSc Secondary Teaching Studies students their broad and in-depth expertise in
(available with a broad range of subject academic and professional practice.
specialisms)
Our extensive network of education settings
✓D
evelop your understanding of learning and and schools provides students with experiences
teaching, gaining an in-depth knowledge of to observe professional practice and to see
curriculum subjects educational theory, research and policy in practice.
✓L
earn about children’s and young people’s
development and needs Where could this take you?
✓G
ain valuable experience in school and After you graduate, you can go on to work in
educational settings schools as an unqualified teacher, or start initial
teacher training leading to Qualified Teacher
✓E
xplore education theory, research, policy Status (e.g. PGCE). Graduates also pursue other
and practice postgraduate studies, work as home education
tutors, teach abroad, or take up educational roles
in the arts, heritage or local government sectors.
flexible degree, which combines traditional zoology Biology (p37), Earth and Environmental Science (p46),
with contemporary biology. It’s a course designed Environmental Science (p51), Marine Biology (p59)
for 21st-century scientists, opening pathways to
rewarding careers that make a real difference.
Why study Zoology at Hull?
✓A
unique blend of lab and field-based practical We’re a small, friendly, supportive group, which
teaching, packed with authentic assessments includes three winners of the Royal Society of
that test your learning, reducing the need for Biology’s Higher Education Bioscience Teacher of
exams
the Year Award.
✓C
ore subjects include cell biology, evolution,
marine biology, biological diversity, We incorporate our diverse and globally-impactful
invertebrate and vertebrate zoology, ecology, research into our teaching, which makes for a
and animal behaviour. wide choice of final-year projects, with particular
✓O
ptions in genetics and genomics, physiology, specialisms in the evolution of behaviour and the
animal welfare and ethics, geographical and monitoring, management and conservation of
environmental sciences, conservation, marine wildlife.
sciences and management, and Environmental
Impact Assessment Where could this take you?
✓O
ur degrees are built around skills requested Graduates work with • Zoologist
by bioscience employers, including genomic employers such as the • Conservation advisor
technologies, field survey techniques, GIS, and Environment Agency,
science communication skills Natural England, wildlife • Wildlife management
trusts and conservation • Ecological consultant
agencies. They also
• Animal husbandry
go into postgraduate
study, including our own and welfare
Want to find out more? taught and research • Research scientist
hull.ac.uk/ugbio Masters programmes,
or PhDs.
¹ Most overseas field trips run in the summer between the second and third year. There is an
extra charge but the trips are subsidised. Destinations listed above are currently included
in our list of field trip opportunities but may be subject to change.
² Choose subsidised dive training as part of our Ecology module and become a PADI-
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UCAS For most of our full-time undergraduate
EARLY SEPT applications open courses, you apply through the Universities
2023 and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS).
UCAS points
Medicine UCAS Because most people apply through UCAS,
applications we generally list our entry requirements
deadline MID OCT
2023 in terms of UCAS tariff points – commonly
earned through A levels, BTECs, Cache
Diplomas or OCR Technicals.
UCAS applications
deadline for all other As a guide, we consider applications with
LATE JAN courses to guarantee predicted grades totalling 112 UCAS points
2024 equal consideration or above. If you have 80 tariff points or more
(but less than 112), you might want to think
about a Foundation Year (see page 31).
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Your guide to
fees and funding
Yes No
1
Subject to approval. This fee is subject to an increase in line with inflation. Maximum tuition fees are set by the Government.
² International student fees for 2024/25 were not announced at the time of printing. Please check hull.ac.uk/international for the most up to date fees.
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Our support.
Your hard work.
Together,
unstoppable.
With our team of academics, advisors
and experts by your side, there’s no
stopping you.
Whether it’s about money, your health or your studies, or
you need pointing in the right career direction, you only
have to ask. We won’t meddle, pry or preach, but we will do
everything we can to help. Before you arrive, while you’re
here, and even after you’ve left.
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isability, inclusion &
learning differences
• When you accept your place, we’ll ask
about any temporary or ongoing support
you might need – whatever your disability,
physical or visual impairment, or learning
difference.
• We can help you to apply for Disabled
Students’ Allowances (DSAs).
• Get DSA-funded specialist one-to-one
study support.
International students
Choosing a university is a life-shaping decision, especially for
international students moving further away from home. We believe
that we have the perfect combination of heritage and high-tech, in
an inspiring and nurturing place, to help you truly flourish.
Join one of our webinars Changing lives since 1927
Our regular online events give you the chance to A degree from Hull is a hallmark of quality. As one
find out more about our courses, applying to Hull of the oldest universities in England, we have a
and what it’s like to live and study in the UK. Go to reputation for delivering life-changing research
hull.ac.uk/international/meet-with-us and discovering new talent.
for more details.
Fully equipped
Meet us in your country Everywhere you look, you will see our
Our representatives regularly visit university commitment to your future. State-of-the-art labs,
exhibitions overseas to meet potential students. professional performance spaces, a world-class
To find out more, visit hull.ac.uk/country. library and modern accommodation.
A global community of
staff, students and alumni
from over 100 countries
Go to virtualtour.hull.ac.uk
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Entry requirements
You can find typical entry requirements at hull.ac.uk/international. Or email us at global@hull.ac.uk
to find out more.
How to apply
You can apply directly through a University of
You can apply through the UK’s centralised Hull representative in your country. To find a
admission service (UCAS) at UCAS.com. representative, visit hull.ac.uk/country and
select your country.
Course Directory
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NOTES
* A Foundation Year offers an alternative entry route onto our degree m. You also need A level at grade B or above (or equivalent) in one of the
programmes and entry requirements are different; a typical offer is 80 following subjects: Biology, Human Biology or Physical Education. For
UCAS points but we do review each application on a case-by-case basis. A level Biology, this must include a Pass in the practical element for
See page 31 or contact our Admissions service for further details. reformed A levels completed in 2017 or later.
^ Upon successful completion of this foundation year, you can either n. You also need A level Music or Music Technology at grade C or above
continue with the degree you originally applied to study, or join Year 1 of (or equivalent).
any other undergraduate degree that has the same foundation year as an o. You should be at a minimum of Grade 7 standard in your instrumental or
entry route (subject to meeting any other requirements for that degree). vocal studies. Musicians who can demonstrate performance at this level
† This degree is delivered by Hull York Medical School (HYMS). but who have not taken practical examinations can also apply.
Visit hyms.ac.uk for more information. p. You must also have GCSE Mathematics, English and Science at
§ This is a new degree that is currently pending final validation. This Grade C/4.
means that we intend to offer this programme, but it hasn't received final q. You must also have GCSE Mathematics, English Language and Science
University approval yet. Please see our website for the latest information at Grade C/4.
about this course, or contact our admissions team.
r. You must also have GCSE Mathematics and English Language at
a. Your points can be from any qualification on the UCAS tariff, but at least Grade C/4.
80 points should be from A levels, or a combination of appropriate Level
3 qualifications. s. You must also have GCSE Mathematics at Grade C/4 or Level 2
Functional Skills in Maths.
b. Your points should be from three or more A levels, or a combination of
appropriate Level 3 qualifications. t. You must also have GCSE English Langauge/Literature at Grade C/4.
c. Your points should be from three or more A levels (excluding General u. You must also have GCSE Mathematics, English and Science at Grade
Studies), or a combination of appropriate Level 3 qualifications. C/4. The Level 4 Associate Ambulance Practitioner qualification is
acceptable along with the relevant GCSE English & Maths at grade C/4.
d. You also need A level Biology and Chemistry at grade B or above
(or equivalent), including a Pass in the practical element in Chemistry v. You must have a 2:2 Honours degree or better in a non-law subject.
for reformed A levels completed in 2017 or later. Applied Science may w. You will need to be on placement with Level 5 sector-specific
be considered. qualifications, such as an early years sector-endorsed foundation degree/
e. You also need A level Biology or Chemistry at grade C or above (or HND, plus some work experience with 0-5 year olds; or a foundation
equivalent), including a Pass in the practical element for reformed A degree and substantial experience of working with 0-5 year olds; or a
levels completed in 2017 or later. Applied Science may be considered. vocational degree plus substantial experience of working with 0-5 year
olds in a non-educational role.
f. You also need A level Biology at grade C or above (or equivalent),
including a Pass in the practical element in Biology for reformed A levels x. You will need a minimum of two years of childcare experience.
completed in 2017 or later. Applied Science may be considered. y. Our standard offer is AAA at A level, including Biology and Chemistry.
g. You also need A level Maths and Physics at grade B or above Resits are accepted if BBB is achieved in the first sitting. You must be
(or equivalent), including a Pass in the practical element in Physics for predicted AAB or above to apply. You must also have 6 GCSEs at level
reformed A levels completed in 2017 or later. 9-4 / grade A*-C or equivalent, including English Language and Maths
at Grade 6/B or above. You will need to achieve Band 1, 2 or 3 in the
h. You also need A level Maths at grade B or above (or equivalent). Situational Judgement Test part of the UCAT in the year of application.
i. You also need A level Maths at grade C or above (or equivalent). You can find our full entry requirements, selection procedure and details
j. You also need A level Chemistry at grade B or above (or equivalent), of contextual offers at www.hyms.ac.uk/entry-requirements.
including a Pass in the practical element in Chemistry for reformed z. Our standard offer is BBC at A level, with Bs in Biology and Chemistry.
A levels completed in 2017 or later. Applied Science may be considered. Resits are permitted. You should not be predicted or have achieved
k. You also need A level at grade C or above (or equivalent) in one of the higher than ABB to apply. You must also have 5 GCSEs at level 9-4 / grade
following subjects: Applied Science, Biology, Chemistry, Environmental A*-C or equivalent, including English Language and Maths at Grade
Science, Geography, Geology, Maths or Physics. For A level Biology, 6/B or above. You will need to achieve Band 1, 2 or 3 in the Situational
Chemistry and Physics, this must include a Pass in the practical element Judgement Test part of the UCAT in the year of application. You can
for reformed A levels completed in 2017 or later. find our full entry requirements, selection procedure and details of
contextual offers at www.hyms.ac.uk/entry-requirements.
Glossary
Alumni Joint combined honours
Alumni are graduates of the University. Once A degree that covers two subjects, with your
you’ve graduated, you’ll join them as part of time split equally between them, like History
our global network. and Politics, Business Management and
Marketing, etc.
Bachelors degree
A full-time Bachelors or undergraduate Major/minor
degree usually lasts three or four years. A degree where you specialise in one subject
All ours are ‘honours’ degrees: a higher (major) while gaining insight into another
academic standard than an ‘ordinary’ degree. (minor), like Psychology with Criminology,
Law with Politics, etc.
Clearing
Clearing is how people without a university Mature student
offer can apply for any remaining places A mature student is anyone aged 21 or over
between July and September. See page 76. when starting their undergraduate degree.
Credits Modules
To gain your degree, you must pass with Each degree is made up of modules. Some
enough credits. Most of our modules are span a year, others one trimester. Some are
worth 20 credits, and you can earn 120 core, others optional. Each is assessed and
credits each academic year. your average score is your result for the year.
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