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University of Hull

Hull, England

  • TEF Gold
  • #575 QS World
  • #50 UK
#575QS World Ranking
#50UK Ranking
GoldTEF Rating
86%Satisfaction
80.5%Employment
£28,500Avg. Salary

About University of Hull

University of Hull is a university located in Hull, Yorkshire and the Humber. It holds the highest TEF rating — Gold — for outstanding teaching quality.

The university has approximately 14,715 students, with a diverse international community representing 71 nationalities. The largest international cohorts come from Nigeria, Pakistan, and India.

University of Hull currently lists 88 courses on CourseOptions. There are 13 scholarships available for international students.

Graduate outcomes are strong: 89% of graduates go into employment or further study within 15 months, and the median graduate salary is £28,500, rising to £29,600 after five years.

Student satisfaction is strong, with an NSS teaching satisfaction score of 85%.

Founded1927
Total Students14,715+
Campus TypeSuburban

What is University of Hull's Ranking in 2026?

University of Hull is ranked #575 in the world by QS World University Rankings 2026 and #50 in the UK by the Complete University Guide.

Ranking SystemPosition
QS World University Rankings 2026#575
Times Higher Education 2026#501
Guardian University Guide (UK)#65
The Complete University Guide (UK)#50

Source: QS, THE, CUG, Guardian — Updated January 2026

What Percentage of Graduates Get Jobs?

80.5% of graduates are in employment or further study within 15 months of graduation.

80.5%Employed
7.3%Further Study
11.6%Studying & Working
4.1%Unemployed

Salary Progression

Time After GraduationMedian SalaryUK AverageDifference
15 months£28,500£26,220+9%
3 years£26,600£24,472+9%
5 years£29,600£27,232+9%

Source: HESA Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) 2025

Official Data

These figures represent institution-wide averages across all subject areas and study modes. Actual graduate outcomes vary by course and cohort. For course-specific data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

How Satisfied Are Students?

Has an 86% overall satisfaction rate according to the National Student Survey (NSS) 2025.

86%Overall
Teaching Quality88.2%
Learning Resources90.1%
Academic Support89.3%
Assessment86%
Organisation78%
Student Voice82%

Source: National Student Survey (NSS) 2025.

Official Data

These figures represent institution-wide averages across all courses and may not reflect satisfaction for a specific course. For course-level data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

How Many International Students Study Here?

29.9% of students are international, representing 71+ countries. Total international students: 4,400.

4,400International Students
29.9%of Student Body
71+Countries
CountriesStudentsPercentage
Nigeria80518.3%
Pakistan80018.2%
India68515.6%
China56012.7%
Ghana1854.2%
Bangladesh1353.1%
Saudi Arabia1102.5%
Kuwait1052.4%
United Arab Emirates902%
Qatar651.5%

Source: HESA official data.

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Scholarships for International Students

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Quick Facts

TypeUniversity
Founded1927
Total Students14,715+
International Students29.9%

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