The University of Hull requires applicants whose first language is not English to demonstrate English proficiency. The accepted tests and minimum scores are:

• IELTS: Overall score of 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in each skill (for undergraduate courses), and 6.5 overall for most postgraduate courses.
• TOEFL iBT: Minimum score of 79, with at least:
  • Listening: 17
  • Reading: 18
  • Speaking: 20
  • Writing: 17
• Pearson PTE: Overall score of 54, with a minimum of 51 in all four skills

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Course Specialties:

• Environmental Sciences and Energy:
  • The University of Hull is well-regarded for its research and programs in renewable energy, sustainability, and environmental studies.
  • The Energy and Environment Institute works on global challenges related to climate change and sustainable energy.
• Logistics and Supply Chain Management:
  • Hull has a renowned business school, particularly in logistics, maritime studies, and supply chain management, which benefit from Hull’s proximity to the Humber Port, one of the busiest commercial ports in the UK.
• Health and Medical Sciences:
  • The Hull York Medical School (HYMS), a joint medical school with the University of York, is well-regarded for its medical training and research in health sciences. It has partnerships with local hospitals, offering a strong clinical placement program.
• Creative Writing and Literature:
  • Hull is also notable for its creative writing and literature programs, and the university maintains a literary tradition connected to Philip Larkin, a famous poet who was a librarian at Hull.
• Social Justice and Criminology:
  • The university’s Law School is recognized for its work in international law, human rights, and criminology, with a strong focus on social justice.

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The University of Hull is home to many distinguished professors across various disciplines, particularly known for its strengths in environmental sciences, social justice, healthcare, and logistics. Here are some of the top professors currently at the university:

1. Professor Daniel Parsons – Environmental Sciences

• Specialty: Sedimentology, environmental change, and coastal dynamics.
• Achievements: Director of the Energy and Environment Institute at Hull, Professor Parsons is recognized for his groundbreaking research in river systems, coastal erosion, and flood risk management. His work has implications for understanding climate change impacts and natural disaster risk.
• Notable Work: Research on sediment transport and its effects on coastal resilience and flood mitigation.

2. Professor John Oldfield – Wilberforce Institute for the Study of Slavery and Emancipation (WISE)

• Specialty: Slavery, abolition, and modern slavery.
• Achievements: A key figure at the Wilberforce Institute, which focuses on historical and modern forms of slavery. Professor Oldfield has contributed significantly to understanding the legacy of abolition movements and the ongoing fight against modern slavery.
• Notable Work: Extensive publications on transatlantic slavery and global human rights.

3. Professor Susan Lea – Health and Clinical Psychology

• Specialty: Mental health, health interventions, and psychological trauma.
• Achievements: Former Vice-Chancellor at the University of Hull, Professor Lea is also known for her expertise in clinical psychology and her work on improving mental health care services. Her research focuses on health interventions and strategies for treating trauma and improving psychological well-being.
• Notable Work: Research on mental health policies and the psychological effects of trauma.

4. Professor Steve Pickering – Politics and International Relations

• Specialty: Climate change policy, political geography, and international development.
• Achievements: Professor Pickering’s research intersects political science and environmental studies, with a focus on how climate change affects global politics and development. He is known for his research on climate migration and resource conflicts.
• Notable Work: Publications on environmental security and climate-driven migration.

5. Professor Briony McDonagh – Geography

• Specialty: Environmental history, historical geography, and sustainability.
• Achievements: Professor McDonagh's research focuses on the intersections of history and environmental studies, particularly in the context of land use, agriculture, and historical changes in the British countryside. She is also involved in sustainability projects that impact rural communities.
• Notable Work: Research on historical land management and its relevance to modern sustainability efforts.

6. Professor Andrew Heyes – Economics and Business

• Specialty: Environmental economics and sustainable business.
• Achievements: As an expert in economics, Professor Heyes focuses on sustainable business practices, particularly how economic systems can adapt to environmental challenges. His work is influential in shaping policies related to green business models and carbon reduction strategies.
• Notable Work: Studies on the economic impacts of sustainability initiatives.

7. Professor Joy Porter – Indigenous Studies and History

• Specialty: Indigenous history, sustainability, and ecocriticism.
• Achievements: A highly respected scholar of indigenous peoples and their relationship to the environment, Professor Porter focuses on the connections between sustainability and indigenous practices. She is the Principal Investigator for major projects on climate change and its impacts on indigenous communities.
• Notable Work: Books on Native American history and environmental policy.

8. Professor Alex Belaev – Mathematics and Engineering

• Specialty: Mathematical modeling and engineering dynamics.
• Achievements: Professor Belaev's research focuses on mathematical methods for solving complex engineering problems, particularly in the fields of fluid dynamics, mechanical engineering, and renewable energy systems.
• Notable Work: Publications on mathematical simulations used in energy and environmental sectors.

9. Professor Graeme Murphy – Biomedical Sciences

• Specialty: Cancer biology and biomedical research.
• Achievements: A key figure in biomedical research at Hull, Professor Murphy works on cancer therapies, focusing on biochemical mechanisms that drive cancer cell growth and ways to develop more effective treatments.
• Notable Work: Research on cancer cell signaling pathways and drug development.

10. Professor Vicky Knight – Logistics and Supply Chain Management

• Specialty: Supply chain management and logistics.
• Achievements: Professor Knight is an expert in supply chain efficiency, particularly in the maritime sector. Hull’s proximity to one of the UK’s largest ports has allowed her to focus on research that improves global supply chain operations and logistics management.
• Notable Work: Contributions to studies on supply chain optimization and sustainable logistics practices.

Nobel Prize:

• Alumnus Sir James Mirrlees:
  • Sir James Mirrlees, who studied at the University of Hull, was awarded the Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences in 1996. His work in asymmetric information and incentive theory has had a profound impact on modern economic theory.
• Maurice Wilkins, who attended Hull, shared the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1962 for his work on the structure of DNA.