Your questions answered

You'll be able to find the qualifications you need for your chosen masters course on the relevant course page.

Generally, you’ll need to hold an undergraduate degree (a BA or a BSc) or international equivalent.

Don’t worry if you don’t hold an undergraduate degree. If you have appropriate professional experience in your chosen subject area, you may be able to apply based on your experience. Your application will be considered and accepted at the Course Director’s discretion. 

Not sure whether your professional background is the right fit for the course you want? Our course advisers can advise you on this.

To apply for our online masters courses, head to our Apply now page and scroll down to the ‘Choose your course’ section.

Click the ‘Apply now’ button for the course you want to join, and you’ll be taken to the University of Hull application portal.

Then, click ‘Start your application’, and you’ll be invited to create a new user account (on the right-hand side of the page). Enter your personal email address and set a password to create your MyHull account.

Once you’ve done this, you can start, save, and resume your application at any time up until the deadline date.

If you’ve got all your required documents and personal statement ready, it takes around 5-10 minutes to apply online.

For a step-by-step breakdown of the entire application process, head to our How to apply page.

Our course advisers are also available to answer any further questions you have about the application process. 

We understand that applying for a masters course is a big step, and we’re here to support you throughout the process.

To check the progress of your masters application, please feel free to contact your course adviser. They’ll be happy to give you updates on your application status.

We want to make it as easy and convenient as possible for you to pay your course fees. 

You can make payments online, over the phone using a credit or debit card or by bank transfer. Please visit our How to pay page for more information. 

Yes, we do. You can choose to pay for your course fees in 6 instalments, which are spread throughout the duration of your studies. Otherwise, you can pay your fees in full before you begin your course.

To find out more about paying for your course fees, head to our Fees and Funding page. If you have any further queries, our course advisers will be happy to help.

 The University of Hull is a respected historic institution with a strong legacy of academic excellence and social impact. Established in 1927, we are one of England’s oldest universities. We also hold a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF 2023) – the highest award for teaching quality.  

Known for groundbreaking research in areas like clean energy, flood resilience, healthcare, and social justice, our graduates include Nobel Prize winners, global business leaders, and pioneering scientists. With nearly a century of progressive thinking and community spirit, our University offers a prestigious, future-focused education grounded in real-world impact. 

At the University of Hull, we're renowned for providing first-class education to students from over 100 countries around the world. 

Since we offer these Masters courses online, you're likely to study alongside students from across the world and become part of our truly global community. You can find out more details about studying with us on our How you learn page.

As soon as you're accepted onto any of our online Masters courses, we welcome you as a fully-registered student with the University of Hull.

This means you'll be eligible for a University of Hull student ID card, which provides physical proof of your status as a student with us. You may also be able to use it to access  a variety of student discounts. 

When you graduate from your chosen online master's course, your degree will have the exact same academic weight as that of an on-campus student. 

The degree certificate you receive from the University of Hull will be identical to those received by our on-campus students and won’t include the word ‘online’. 

Yes. Our online master’s courses link you to a University that is shaping a positive future for everyone on an international level.

Our online degrees follow the same rigorous academic standards as on-campus programmes, ensuring global credibility. Our qualifications are respected by employers and organisations worldwide. No matter where you’re based, you’ll open doors to further study and career advancement across a range of industries.

Many, but not all, of our courses hold accreditation from international industry bodies. Below is a list of the accredited courses we offer, and their relevant accreditations. 

• MSc in Digital Transformation: Delivered by Hull University Business School, which holds accreditation from the Association of MBAs (AMBA) and the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).

• MSc in Engineering Management: Accredited by the Chartered Management Institution (CMI).

• Global MBA: Delivered by Hull University Business School, which holds AMBA and AACSB accreditation. Our Global MBA is accredited by the CMI.

• MSc in Logistics and Supply Chain Management: Accredited by the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) and the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS). Delivered by Hull University Business School, which holds AMBA and AACSB accreditation.

We've made studying online with us easy, so you can focus on your studies without needing to worry about complicated or costly technical requirements.

All you need is regular access to a computer or tablet with an internet connection.

To get the most from your studies, your computer should have

• a web browser (the latest version of Firefox, Chrome or Internet Explorer) which must accept cookies and has JavaScript enabled

• screen resolution of 1024x768 or above
  

• sufficient bandwidth to download documents of at least 2MB 
  

• a word processor that reads Microsoft Word format (.doc)
  

• a PDF reader
  

• a media player that plays MP4 files

If you're not sure if you have the right equipment or software, just get in touch and we'll be happy to help.

You’ll learn through a flexible, fully online experience designed to fit around your life. Each week, you’ll explore new topics through resources such as videos, podcasts, articles, and more.

You’ll join live webinars (or watch replays of them), take part in weekly discussion forums, and connect with tutors and peers worldwide.

All your learning materials will be made available to you via our virtual learning environment, Canvas.

You’ll also receive ongoing support from our student adviser team, expert tutors, and our Careers and Employability team.

To find out more about how you’ll be taught as an online student, visit our How you learn page. 

Everyone learns at a different pace, but on average, you should expect to spend around 20-25 hours per week studying.

For guidance on how to fit this study time around your existing commitments, we recommend reading our top tips from a student.

A typical week as an online student is designed to be flexible, so you can study at times that suit your lifestyle. You might find yourself studying on weekday evenings, catching up on reading during lunch breaks, or setting aside time on weekends. Some students even make use of quieter moments during work shifts to watch webinars or complete assignments. The key is finding a rhythm that works for you and fits around your personal and professional commitments.

You’ll explore a new, bite-sized topic each week through resources such as videos, podcasts, reading material, and interactive activities. You’ll join optional live webinars, take part in tutor-led discussion forums, and submit assignments via our virtual learning environment, Canvas. You’ll stay supported throughout by your tutors, fellow students, and our student adviser team.

If you want first-hand insights on what your life would look like as an online student, we strongly recommend joining one of our virtual events. They regularly feature current students and alumni, who share their online learning experiences. 

As an online student, you’ll have access to a wide range of support. Our friendly student advisers are on hand to help with everything non-academic, from time management to using Canvas, our virtual learning environment.  

You’ll also benefit from academic guidance from expert tutors, career advice from our Careers and Employability team, and wellbeing support. Our team is here to support you throughout your studies.