University of Hull

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The University of Hull is a public research university that was formed in 1927, making it the 14th oldest university in England. It is located in Kingston-Upon-Hull, a city in the East Riding of Yorkshire, north-east England.

The main campus is located in a residential district of north Hull on Cottingham Road. It occupies a single, clearly defined site that includes 4 faculties, 11 schools, a Maritime Historical Studies Centre, the Wilberforce Institute for the study of Slavery and Emancipation, and the Energy and Environment Institute.

The University of Hull research is built on a set of shared values and principles that seek social and educational change to enhance fairness, equity and social justice. The University has particular research expertise in social justice, environmental technologies and maritime history. Our work in healthcare, 3D visualization and nanotechnology are also widely respected. In research terms, the University is perhaps best known for developing liquid-crystal technology.  

In 2023 University of Hull was recognised with a Gold rating* in the latest Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF), the highest award possible for student experience and student outcomes, and a clear signal of excellence.

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Year Established
1927
Total Number of Staff
2016
Number of Academic Staff
968
Number of Students
13277


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Facts and figures

Year Established
1927
Total Number of Staff
2016
Number of Academic Staff
968
Number of Students
13277
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Research, teaching and knowledge exchange which is highly connected to the University’s location, including;

  • Coastal and marine science
  • law of the sea
  • estuary management
  • flood risk management
  • renewable energy, especially offshore wind
  • decarbonisation of industry and supply chains

Commitment to the twin pillars of social justice and environmental sustainability, including:

  • The rights of indigenous peoples
  • Access to healthcare
  • Modern-day slavery
  • International security

Food, water and energy security

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