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The latest stats show that 91% of ourstudents progress into employment orfurther study within six months of

graduation. And at Hull, we won’t justprepare you to enter your chosen field –we’ll equip you to excel in it. Just ask theChief Executives of Coca-Cola, BSkyB andLoveFilm, who all once stood at the samecrossroads you’re at now. Then they madethe first of many smart decisions andapplied to the University of Hull.

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A revitalised cityOne of England’s 10 largest cities, Hull combines a strong maritime pastwith a confident, cosmopolitan present to offer an exhilarating urbanexperience. With a deserved reputation for friendliness and anextremely reasonable cost of living, this revitalised waterfront locationdefies most visitors’ preconceptions.

Iconic recent developments such as The Deep (the world’s onlysubmarium, home to hundreds of species of marine life) and the KCStadium have put the city on the national map. But these are only partof a £1 billion investment programme which has transformed the cityover the last few years.

Shop till you dropOne of the latest additions, St Stephen’s – a £200 million, 40-acreshopping and leisure complex at the heart of the city centre – hasaccelerated Hull’s emergence as a hotbed of retail therapy. Princes QuayShopping Centre houses more than 70 high-street names, whiledesigner-clothing stores line Savile Street and the units of HepworthArcade offer retro gear, skatewear and clubwear.

That’s entertainmentThe City Hall is a frequent date for stars of the stand-up comedy circuit;touring West End shows call at the New Theatre; and the nationallyrenowned Hull Truck Theatre specialises in challenging and stimulatingoriginal productions. Four local cinemas present the latest mainstreammovies, and Hull Screen supplies alternatives from cult, classic andworld film.

Sport in the city has seldom been so successful, with Hull City chasing areturn to football’s Premiership, while Hull FC and Hull Kingston Roverscompete in the top division of rugby league. The former two share the25,000-seater KC Stadium, which has doubled as a concert venue forREM, Bryan Adams and Girls Aloud, while Hull Arena regularlywelcomes A-listers like Keane, The Killers and Arctic Monkeys.

Nightlife, clubbing and gigsHull’s vibrant social scene centres around the numerous bustlingeateries, traditional pubs and chic bars. Whether you’re intocommercial dance, house, funk, reggae, R&B, hip-hop, electro,80s/90s tunes, indie or rock, you’ll find your niche at one of the manyclub nights.

Live music flourishes here. The Freedom festival has become a popularfixture, bringing some of British music’s coolest acts to the city. TheAdelphi is established as Hull’s home of live music (having given earlybreaks to Radiohead, Green Day and Oasis), while other popularvenues include The Springhead (a former Live Music Pub of the Year)and The Piper, which has hosted the likes of Babyshambles and TheEnemy.

The city of Hull

Opposite, The Deep;Top to bottom, Hull citycentre; Hull Marina.

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A special landscapeThe urban heart of the East Riding of Yorkshire, Hull is fortunate to besurrounded by some of Britain’s most striking scenery. A region of openplains, rugged coastline and rolling hills, it is an unspoilt and timelesslandscape. If you are willing to spend a little time exploring, you aresure to be richly rewarded.

Character and charmAway from the bustle of the city, the area is peppered with picturesquevillages, sumptuous stately homes and charming market towns –including historic Beverley, with its cobbled streets and magnificentGothic minster, and flourishing Driffield, a treasure trove of antiquesshops and cosy inns. Beyond those are award-winning seaside resortslike tourist-friendly Bridlington and more intimate coastal havens suchas Whitby and Robin Hood’s Bay.

The great outdoorsFrom the breathtaking panoramic seascapes viewed from the cliff-toplighthouse at Flamborough Head to the windswept beauty of theNational Nature Reserve at Spurn Point, the region’s Heritage Coastoffers a variety of attractive and sometimes dramatic vistas. Wildlifeenthusiasts will revel in the unblemished riversides and woodland, notto mention the populous – and popular – RSPB reserve at BemptonCliffs. And the gently undulating expanse of the Yorkshire Wolds(recently celebrated by the Royal Academy of Arts’ exhibition of DavidHockney works depicting the region) appeals to walkers and cyclistsalike.

The best of all worldsThe region, in short, has much more to offer than you might first think.Living and studying at the heart of an abundance of urban, rural andcoastal attractions, all within convenient travelling distance ofYorkshire’s other cultural, shopping and entertainment centres (York,for example, is only an hour away), our students enjoy access to the bestof all worlds.

The East Riding of Yorkshire

Top to bottom, Robin Hood’s Bay; Beverley Minster.


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Library facilities and servicesLocated at the very heart of the campus, the Brynmor Jones Libraryhouses more than a million books and 1,600 individual study spaces. Allitems are catalogued online and are available to all students.

The whole library is wireless-enabled, as are large areas of the campus –so you can connect your own laptop to the internet wherever you are.

Easy accessThe library is open until late in the evening seven days a week, withextended opening hours during assessment periods in January andJune. Access to all materials is free, and items can be found, reservedand renewed online.

Computing facilities and servicesAfter registration, you will be provided with a computing account whichconsists of a University email address, unique username and password,giving you access to the University network and 500-plus applications.

The Brynmor Jones Library contains around 300 computers, andanother 1,000 are located across the Hull Campus.

Assistance and trainingThe Service Desk is there to help with any computing-related questionsand problems. The Academic Services ICT Learning team also providetraining on the range of software you will use while at university,offering free elective modules and formal ICT qualifications.

CareersThe success of Hull graduates is outstanding: in terms of nationalbenchmarks, the University is firmly in the top 20. Part of the reason forthis is our excellent Careers Service, which offers comprehensiveinformation, advice and guidance about careers and employabilityissues in collaboration with employer partnerships.

The aim of the Careers Service is to ensure that our students areequipped to make career decisions and meet the demands of theincreasingly competitive graduate employment market. All our careersadvisers have a variety of non-university experience in education,commerce, industry and the arts.

For more information, visit www.hull.ac.uk/careers.

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Student support services

Study Advice ServiceOnce you have been at university for a while, you will be expected tostart producing academic work – perhaps an essay, a presentation or ascientific report – which can initially be daunting. Some students needa little extra help, in terms of academic skills, with the transition fromschool to university, or from another country to new ways of studying inthe UK, or perhaps from work back into study after a break.

The Study Advice Service is available to see you on a one-to-one basis,to discuss any anxieties you may have about your studies. All tutorsoffer practical advice and guidance that will save you time and help youto work more efficiently while reassuring you and boosting yourconfidence.

For more information about the services available, visitwww.hull.ac.uk/studyadvice.

Student welfare The University of Hull has always given a high priority to looking afterits students. Academic, social and personal support is embedded withinthe structures and facilities of the departments, residences andstudents’ union.

Chaplains and religious groupsThe University’s chaplains serve a range of denominational groups,including Anglican, Baptist, Eastern Orthodox, Jewish, Methodist,Roman Catholic, Society of Friends and United Reformed Church.

CounsellingCounselling provides a safe, quiet space in which you can explore issuesthat affect your life and your enjoyment of the university experience. Weaim to relate to you in a purposeful and supportive manner, helping youto find your own way of coping.

For more information, visit www.hull.ac.uk/counselling.


Loans and Hardship teamStudent loans and hardship advisers are available to assist with generalfunding enquiries and applications for the Access to Learning (formerlyHardship) Fund. This fund is provided by the Government to givefinancial assistance in the form of additional loans or grants to UKstudents in hardship. For more information, contact 01482 462020.

Medical careAll students who are not permanent residents in Hull are required toregister with a local health practice. Details of local practices are givento new undergraduates on arrival. For more information, visit thestudents’ union Advice Centre or Student Support.

Mature Student AdviserSome mature students may find that juggling home and familyresponsibilities or managing on a student budget can be daunting. Aspart of their induction to the University, new mature students are invitedto attend an introductory session which provides the opportunity tomeet other mature students. The Mature Student Adviser is available tooffer guidance and support to mature students on a variety of issues.Contact Karen Smales on 01482 462020 or email [email protected].

Disability ServicesDisability Services provides specialist support for students with physicaldisabilities, sensory impairments or mental-health problems. OurDisability Coordinators are useful points of contact who can liaise withtutors regarding particular needs, organise appropriate specialassessment arrangements and assist with applications for DisabledStudents’ Allowance. Each academic department has a Disability Tutorwho can offer support and information that is directly linked to yourstudies.

Students with specific learning difficultiesWe offer various kinds of support for students with specific learningdifficulties. A screening and referral service, regular support group andindividual tutorial support for study skills are also available.

Disabled Students’ AllowanceIf you are a ‘home’ student (this usually means eligible to apply forsupport from your local education authority and/or Student Finance)you may be entitled to the Disabled Students’ Allowance to meet thecost of special equipment, a helper or other additional support.

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Assistive technologyThe Miriam Hebron Resource Centre, on theground floor of the Brynmor Jones Library,provides a wide range of assistivetechnology and specialist equipment toenable disabled students to take fulladvantage of our library facilities. Height-adjustable workstations are providedelsewhere in the building for students withmobility difficulties.

AccommodationWe have a number of residential placessuitable for disabled students, includingfacilities for students with mobilitydifficulties and hearing impairments. Pleaselet us know about your residential needs asearly as possible so that we can reserveappropriate accommodation or discusswhether we can make the adaptations thatyou require.

For more information, please contactDisability Services on 01482 462020 [email protected].

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UK studentsUK students are normally those who hold EU (including UK) nationalityor who are otherwise settled in the UK and have been resident in the UKfor three years immediately prior to the start of the study programme.UK nationals living overseas in a temporary capacity may also qualify.

Students resident in Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, theChannel Islands and the Isle of ManStudents from these areas will have access to packages of financialsupport different from those detailed on the following pages – pleasecontact your funding provider for further information.

EU studentsEU students are those who hold EU nationality but have not beenresident in the UK for the three years immediately prior to the start ofthe study programme.

NHS- and TDA-funded students UK students who are applying for programmes that attract specificfunding from the NHS or the TDA may have to make alternative fundingarrangements. Please use the contact numbers or web addresses belowfor further information.

BA Social WorkDepartment of Social Sciences: 01482 465753 or visitwww.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/students

PGCEwww.direct.gov.uk/en/EducationAndLearning

Nursing NHS Bursaries: 0845 358665 or www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/students

MedicineHull York Medical School: 0870 124 5500 or www.hyms.ac.uk

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The University of Hull will be charging £9,000 per year for all homefee status full-time undergraduate students who begin studying inSeptember 2012.

If you haven’t already applied for funding, the following supportpackages are available through Government. If you already hold adegree, please check with your LEA for eligibility for funding.

Tuition Fee LoanDesigned to help you with the cost of Tuition Fees that you will becharged by the University.

Students who begin studying in 2012 will be able to borrow enough tocover their Tuition Fees, regardless of their household income.

Students studying for a full-time Foundation degree may apply for theamount charged for their particular programme.

The loan is paid directly to the University on your behalf.

Living Cost LoanDesigned to help with your living costs throughout the year.

The amount you are entitled to depends on your residual householdincome, where you live and where you are studying. Everyone is entitledto at least £2,750.

All English students are entitled to 65% of the maximum Living CostLoan, and the remaining 35% will depend on your residual householdincome.

Student Finance England will pay the Living Cost Loan straight intoyour bank account – usually in three instalments, one at the start ofeach term.

Non-repayable GrantA non-repayable amount given to help with living costs. The amountyou are entitled to is based on residual household income (RHI):

• £3,250 if RHI is £25,000 or under• partial grant (on a sliding scale) if RHI is between £25,000 and

£42,600• no grant if your RHI is over £42,600

The amount you are entitled to may affect your Living Cost Loan.

Student Finance England will pay this into your bank account in threeinstalments, one at the start of each term, along with any Living CostLoan.

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If you haven’t already applied, we would advise that you do so assoon as possible.

For application deadlines, please visitwww.directgov.uk/studentfinance.

Applications made after the deadline will still be processed, butpayment cannot be guaranteed for the start of the academic year.

Please note that you don’t have to wait until you are accepted onto yourcourse before you apply. You can put your first choice on yourapplication and inform Student Finance England if this changes at alater date.

If you decide to apply for student finance after your course starts, youmust apply no later than nine months after the first day of the academicyear.

For more information, visit www.studentfinanceengland.co.uk or call0845 300 5090.

What happens once I have applied?You can track the progress of your application by logging onto youronline student finance account. Once your application has beenassessed, you will receive confirmation of your entitlements. Pleasekeep this safe as you may need it at registration.

How do I receive the money? 1. You need to register on your course with the University.2. The University will then inform Student Finance England and

confirm that you have registered. 3. The first instalment of your Living Cost Loan/Grant will be paid

directly into your bank account. Please note that this normally takes3–5 days to clear, so please make sure you have enough money tocover your first week at university.

4. If you have applied for a Tuition Fee Loan, this will be paid directly tothe University on your behalf.

5. If you have received a bursary or scholarship, this will be paiddirectly to you from the University.

RepaymentIt’s like a ‘Graduate Tax’, and the repayments are collected through thetax system once you are earning over £21,000. If your income drops,your repayments will stop and only start again when you are earningover £21,000.

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To help those least able to afford any remaining up-front costs, theUniversity of Hull will provide almost £3 million in bursaries andscholarships.

University of Hull BursaryThis is a one-off, non-repayable award of £3,000 given in your first yearof study only. Half of it goes towards reducing your fees to £7,500. Youcan use the remainder for

• University Residence Fees discount• learning resources (e.g. textbooks, ICT resources)• cash (£1,000 maximum per annum)*

* To help pay for other study expenses.

Bursaries are awarded to all eligible Year 1 students who have a residualhousehold income of less than £25,000 per year.

When you are completing your Student Finance England application,you will be asked whether ‘you would like to share this information with your chosen institution’. In order to be automatically consideredfor the bursary, you will need to tick this box.

www.hull.ac.uk/bursaries

University of Hull ScholarshipThis is a non-repayable award of £3,000 given every year for a total ofthree years of study. Half of it goes towards reducing your fees to £7,500.You can use the remainder for

• University Residence Fees discount• learning resources (e.g. textbooks, ICT resources)• cash (£1,000 maximum per annum)*

* To help pay for other study expenses.

Scholarships are awarded to all eligible Year 1 students who have aresidual household income of less than £25,000 per year and who haveachieved results of AAB or higher in three A levels (not includingGeneral Studies), or equivalent.

If you complete your A levels successfully, you will automatically beconsidered for a scholarship and will be informed by letter whetherone will be awarded.

www.hull.ac.uk/scholarships

Please note only one award will be payable. For further informationabout bursaries and scholarships, please email [email protected].

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There are three simple ways of paying your fees.

1. Tuition Fee LoanPlease note – to pay by this method, you must have applied to StudentFinance England for financial assistance and requested a Tuition FeeLoan. Once your application has been approved and you haveregistered, Student Finance will pay the money directly to the Universityof Hull on your behalf.

2. Payment at registrationIf you are a full-time undergraduate student, you can pay your fullTuition Fees (£9,000) – or the amount that is not covered by yourTuition Fee Loan – at registration. If you pay by cash, cheque or debitcard, you will receive a discount. This does not apply if you pay by creditcard. The University advises against carrying large sums of cash.

3. Payments by instalmentsYou can pay 50% of your fees – or the amount not covered by theTuition Fee Loan – by cash, cheque, or debit or credit card agreement atregistration. You can then sign up to pay the other 50% in two equalinstalments in January and April.

Contacts and informationTo apply for student finance, please call 0845 300 5090 or visitwww.direct.gov.uk/studentfinance

Further information will be available during the coming weeks viawww.hull.ac.uk or by email at [email protected].

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The cobbled streets of Hull’s Old town lead to a host of laid-backpubs and cafes, as well as the fascinating museums quarter.

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At the University of Hull, we recognise that your time is about morethan just lectures and tutorials. Where you live (and who you livewith!) is just as important as any other part of University life.

The University of Hull accommodation guarantee All unaccompanied new students who apply by 1 September areguaranteed an offer of a place in University-owned, -managed or -directed accommodation. For more information, visitwww.hull.ac.uk/accomm.

Most of the University’s student houses, and all study-bedrooms in thehalls of residence, have a high-speed internet connection via access tothe University network.

Choosing University accommodationWhen choosing your University accommodation, there are a number offactors that you need to consider:

What kind of experience do you want? Living and social facilities vary from one type of accommodation to thenext.

Would you prefer catered or self-catered accommodation? The halls are catered/semi-catered and therefore have set meal times –whereas Taylor Court, student houses, head-leased and ‘The Scheme’properties are self-catered.

What is your budget? Different types of accommodation have different prices.

University accommodation – annual costs 2012/13 (including bills)

Type Contract length Cost

Halls of residence 31 weeks £3,762–£4,382 (term time only)

Student house 42 weeks £2,918–£4,087Taylor Court 50 weeks £4,841University-managedaccommodation (head leasing) 46 weeks £2,530–£3,450The Scheme 50 weeks £2,300–£3,680Vacation accommodation 7 weeks £77 per week (approx)

Note that you will need to pay £150 in advance as a deposit.

Do you want en-suite facilities? Some accommodation has them and some does not.

Do you want your bills included? Some residence fees are inclusive of utility costs and some are not.

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Halls of residenceThe LawnsDowns, Ferens, Grant, Lambert, Morgan,Nicholson and Reckitt Halls – and theLawns Centre – stand in 40 acres oflandscaped parkland on the outskirts ofCottingham, three miles from the campus.

Rooms have telephones and internetconnection. All halls share the grounds,which include football pitches and carparking.

The Lawns Centre

Shared among the seven halls, the LawnsCentre is a social hub which provides themain evening meal service to all semi-catered students, together with a latesnack-bar service. The centre also has atelevision room and a bar area.

Thwaite Hall Located in Cottingham, 1.2 miles from thecampus, and within easy cycling andwalking distance.

The hall stands in more than 24 acres ofbeautiful grounds. Most meals exceptweekday lunches are provided.

Needler HallApproximately 2.5 miles from the University,Needler Hall is a converted 18th-centuryhouse situated in attractive grounds close toCottingham village centre. Facilities includea library, a networked computer studio, twocommon rooms, a games room, a musicroom and a launderette. Needler provides asemi-catered service.

Taylor CourtSituated on the campus, Taylor Courtprovides self-catering accommodation forundergraduate and postgraduate students.

Each flat has shared dining facilities andevery study-bedroom has en-suite facilities.Car-parking spaces are available forresidents.

Above; The Lawns.

Below; Needler Hall.

Below; Private-sector house on Cranbrook Avenue.


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Student housesThe University has 186 two-storey terraced houses, located next to thecampus, which offer single-room, self-catered accommodation forundergraduate and postgraduate students.

Accommodating 4–10 students, most houses have a combined kitchenand dining room. Most houses are mixed-gender, but single-genderoccupancy may be available on request.

Head-leased (University-managed) accommodationThe University leases properties from private landlords and makes themavailable to groups of students. Located within 1–2 miles of the campus,the properties accommodate up to eight students in single rooms withseparate kitchens and common rooms.

The SchemeThe University also has access to good-quality private-sectoraccommodation and works only with landlords whose properties areregistered on an accreditation scheme run in partnership with the localauthority.

The Scheme accommodation comprises

• single rooms in furnished self-catering flats and houses located inpopular residential areas close to the campus

• privately owned halls of residence – for example, Pacific Court inHull city centre and Marlborough Halls on Princes Avenue, locatedwithin walking distance of the University

For more information, visit www.the-scheme.com.

What happens next? From late May onwards, all applicants who have firmly accepted theiroffer will be sent instructions about how to apply online.

Allocation of accommodation is made on a first-come, first-served basis– so we strongly advise completing the application process as soon aspossible. Once your accommodation has been allocated, you will receivea residence contract. First-year students who are directed to makeaccommodation arrangements with The Scheme will be contacted bythe accommodation office in September.

Applications from students holding Hull as their insurance choice willnot be processed until Hull becomes their firm choice.

Please note that you will be required to pay a non-refundable £150deposit when applying for a residential place.


Students’ union

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Hull University UnionHull University Union (HUU) is widely recognised as one of the beststudents’ unions in the country. It recently achieved a Gold Award in theStudents’ Union Evaluation Initiative (an independent external auditsponsored by the National Union of Students and the Government),becoming one of only four unions to receive this award in the UK. If youare lucky enough to be studying at the University of Hull, you are amember of our union.

HUU is a value-led organisation – Safety and Security, Equality,Democracy, Representation, Quality and Fun are embedded intoeverything we do to improve the student experience of our memberswhile they are studying at the University of Hull. In a recent HUU surveya staggering 92% of our members stated that we have a positive impacton their student experience.

We strive to provide representation, support and a rich socialenvironment for students of the University. We have a team of sixelected student officers who are responsible for representing you whileyou study. Each officer has a specific area of responsibility: Governance,Welfare, Education, Sport, Scarborough Campus Community. Allpositions are open to any full member of the union.

If you are interested in representing your fellow students in health andwelfare, media and marketing, voluntary work, financial matters,campaigning or sport, then HUU can help you get involved and improveyour skills. Volunteering with HUU shows future employers that youhave commitment, management skills and organisational ability whichyou can take into the workplace.

New for September 2012 is the exciting redevelopment of the first floor ofthe students’ union. In line with students’ views, an open-plan officearea has been created to make it easier to access HUU’s services and thestaff who provide information and support as required.

EducationThere are many committees in the University, covering a range of areas,and it is important that students’ voices are heard so that effectivechanges can be made to enhance your academic experience.

Course representativesAt the front line of academic support are more than 600 courserepresentatives, trained by HUU, who act as the student voice –representing their fellow students on various University committees.

WelfareThis zone offers confidential and professionally run services to helpimprove your health and well-being during your time here.

Your essential guide to HUU

Students enjoying the sunshine on the terrace at Sanctuary, one of the Union’s many bars.


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Advice CentreOffers free, independent and impartial advice on issues including youreducation, money and debt, loans, grants and bursaries, housing,welfare benefits, tax credits and disability benefits.

Job ShopCan help you find a variety of part-time, temporary or vacation workwith student-friendly employers. For more information, visitwww.hullstudent.com/jobshop.

NightlineA confidential listening and information service for students, run byhighly trained student volunteers. A drop-in service is also available.Training sessions are held each semester for anyone who would like tobecome a volunteer.

Equal opportunitiesTo enable HUU to be proactive in promoting and campaigning for equalopportunities among our diverse membership, established committeesinclude the Black Students’ Committee, LGBT, Women’s Committee,Disabled Committee and Postgrad Committee. All of these committeesfeed into the Equal Opportunities Committee. For more information,please visit www.hullstudent.com.

The Athletic UnionThe Athletic Union (AU) is responsible for running sports for allstudents across the campus – from football and mountaineering to golfand cheerleading. Sport at the University continues to grow stronger,and at present the AU supports sporting activities for 900 students and49 teams.

Competing in BUCS (British Universities & Colleges Sport) or intramuraltournaments, you can enjoy sport at a level that suits your fitness andschedule. The Sports and Fitness Centre and facilities combine withofficial AU nights out to make Hull a leading force in the all-roundprovision of the university sports experience.

Community The Community Zone allows you to meet like-minded people by joiningan existing voluntary project or student society or by starting your own.The zone also oversees established student media areas such as Hullfiremagazine, Jam Radio and HUUTV.

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International Students’ Association (ISA)For both international and UK students, the ISA works closely with theUniversity to offer a variety of social and cultural activities to helpinternational students get the most out of their university experience.

HUSSOEstablished 50 years ago, Hull University Social Service Organisation(HUSSO) aims to put back into the community. There are over 100volunteers working on a variety of projects which include helpingchildren from deprived backgrounds and adults with mental healthproblems.

Commercial Services at HUUEvery penny that is made from operating your award-winningnightclub, iconic bars and handy shop is ploughed straight back intothe student community to support you while you are studying. All thesupport services mentioned above are funded by the money that youspend over the bar or in our shop.

HUU is regarded as having one of the best entertainment programmes inthe country. We regularly attract top acts and DJs, and Radio 1 hasbroadcast live from our venues four times over the last four years. Ourwebsite, www.hullstudent.com, is regularly updated with details offorthcoming shows and events.

Services inside HUU includeAsylum – a multi-award-winning, £3 million purpose-built student-onlynightclub, attached to University House. This is a state-of-the-art venueright on your doorstep.

The John McCarthy Bar – which has reached iconic status among Hullstudents as a place to be seen. It’s open during the day too.

Sanctuary – where you can enjoy a casual drink and good food.Sanctuary also offers an amazing beer garden / terraced area, with theBBQ shack open for business when the sun is out!

Quick Bite – a handy catering outlet offering bacon and sausagesandwiches and jacket potatoes, all priced for a student budget.

Munchies – selling made-to-order sandwiches. If you don’t see acombination you like on the board, you can come up with your own!

The Union Shop – sells everything you need while on campus –including excellent varieties of sandwiches with great value meal deals,greeting cards, stationery, newspapers and magazines, householdproducts and University-branded clothing, gifts and memorabilia.Check out our online store at www.hullstudent.com/shop.

Information for parents and guardians

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Going to university can be an exciting but daunting prospect – notonly for the student, but also for parents or guardians.

Here at the University of Hull we fully understand this, and thefollowing section aims to provide you with all the information you needand answers to the many different questions you may have.

Accommodation We recognise that your child’s time at university is about more than justlectures and tutorials – where they live, and who they live with, is justas important. This is why we advise that first-year students live inUniversity accommodation.

The University is a long-established leader in the provision of studentaccommodation, and our Accommodation Office helps to guideprospective students through the process of finding somewhere to live.

Pages 18–20 of this guide provide information on the different types ofUniversity accommodation available to first years.

The University accommodation guaranteeAll unaccompanied new students who apply for accommodation by 1September 2012 are guaranteed an offer of a place in University-owned, -managed or -directed accommodation. Accommodation details are sentby the end of May.

How do we apply for accommodation?Once your son or daughter has accepted an offer of a place at Hull, theywill be sent further information in May about the accommodationavailable, along with guidance on how to apply. Accommodation isallocated on a first-come, first-served basis, so we would advise them tocomplete the application form and return it as soon as possible.

If your son or daughter is holding Hull as their ‘Insurance’ choice, theirapplication for accommodation will be accepted when the processopens but it will not be processed until Hull becomes their firm choice.

What if they don’t want to live in University accommodation?Private-sector accommodation in Hull is comparatively cheap and thereis lots available. Visit www.the-scheme.com.

What happens in the second year? A limited number of places are available for continuing students whowish to remain in University of Hull accommodation. The majority ofreturning students obtain accommodation in the private sector.

For more detailed information about the accommodation available,please refer to pages 18–20.

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Often the biggest question about university is ‘How much is all thisgoing to cost?’

The cost of being a student can be split into two different categories:

Tuition FeesThe University will charge a fee of £9,000 for all ‘home’ students whobegin studying in 2012. This can be paid upfront, but most studentsapply for a Tuition Fee Loan from Student Finance England to cover thecost.

Tuition Fees for students studying for full-time Foundation degreeprogrammes may vary. Visit www.hull.ac.uk/money.

Living costsThe other main cost for students living away from home isaccommodation. Other outgoings include bills, food, travel, sports,clothes and entertainment. Course costs (such as books and materials)will vary depending on the degree but also have to be taken intoconsideration.

Please refer to pages 12 and 15 for detailed information about availablesources of income.

Applying for financeWe would advise that your son or daughter applies to the relevantstudent finance body (England, Ireland, Wales or Scotland) as soon aspossible to ensure that they receive the money for the start of theircourse. See page 14.

Grants, scholarships and bursaries do not have to be repaid.

Some students studying nursing, ODP, social work, PGCEs and relatedcourses receive non-means-tested bursaries instead of loans, which donot have to be paid back.

Further information is available at www.direct.gov.uk/studentfinance.

What if they haven’t applied when they start their course? You can apply up to nine months after the start of the University’sacademic year.

What if they haven’t received their loan/grant by the start of theircourse? They can still register for their course even if they haven’t received themoney – although they will need to produce official documentationfrom Student Finance England, confirming that they have applied andare awaiting payment.

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Who can my son or daughter speak to ifthey are struggling financially? If they have any general enquiries or worriesrelating to money, the Advice Centre in thestudents’ union provides guidance andinformation on a range of issues.

In cases of extreme hardship, financialsupport is available through the Access toLearning Fund – details can be obtainedfrom the Student Loans and Hardship Office.

Can the University help students to findpart-time jobs?Many students also work part-time tosupplement their income. The Job Shop (inthe students’ union) caters specifically forstudents looking for part-time work. Theydeal with student-friendly employers andhave a variety of positions available.

Useful linksUniversity of Hull Advice Centre –www.hullstudent.com/advice Direct Gov – www.directgov.co.ukStudent Finance England –www.studentfinanceengland.co.uk Student Loans Company – www.slc.co.uk

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The University environm

entAlthough the University is an educational establishment, newstudents will find that the environment differs from school/sixth-form college.

The University is an open, public environment where each individual istreated like an adult and expected to behave accordingly.

Self-discipline in studiesTo succeed in their studies, it is important that each student isresponsible for and self-disciplined in their studies and able to applythemselves appropriately. Although lectures are not obligatory, studentsare advised to attend as many as possible to ensure that they get themost out of their time here. Please note that some programmes(especially those with professional training elements) do havemandatory attendance requirements.

Self-discipline in lifeThis will be many students’ first time living away from home and thefirst time that there isn’t anyone ‘telling them what to do’.

Although this may be quite daunting for some, it is also an exciting andchallenging time. By applying themselves accordingly, your son ordaughter will gain invaluable ‘life experience’ – on personal,professional and academic levels.

Data protectionWhile the University will liaise directly with your son or daughter abouttheir studies and any support that they might need, we are able tocontact you directly if we feel that this is a necessary course of actionand you need to be informed about a particular situation.

Student support and welfare Knowing that your son or daughter has settled into university life andadapted to their new environment will give you great peace of mind.However, if any problems should arise, there is an extensive network ofsupport services.

Residential pastoral careWhile your son or daughter is in University accommodation, wardensand tutors are available to offer support when necessary.

Each University hall of residence has a live-in warden who is availableto offer discreet practical or emotional support for students. Themajority of residential wardens are trained members of University staffwho have many years’ experience in this field and are supported by adeputy – usually a postgraduate or final-year student. Although weconsider each of our students to be a responsible adult, the wardenwill contact you directly if they feel that it is necessary.

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Each student house is assigned a student tutor, who is non-residentialbut makes regular visits and is on hand to help with any problems.

Academic personal supervisorEach student is also allocated a personal supervisor within theirdepartment who is able to offer academic or personal guidance andsupport. Supervisors are assigned once students have registered.

Additionally, the union endeavours to meet every welfare need. StudentSupport Centre services include

• Advice Centre – a student version of the Citizens Advice Bureau• Student Loans and Hardship Office• Disability Services• Careers Service• Job Exchange• Counselling Service

Study Advice CentreLast but not least, the Study Advice Centre (located in the BrynmorJones Library) can help students to hone their academic skills, fromrevision techniques to grammar and punctuation.

Our various support services ensure that, during their time at theUniversity, your son or daughter will always have somewhere to go forany guidance and advice that they may need, on academic matters aswell as health, disabilities, money, housing … The list is endless.

For further information about our students’ union, please see pages 22–26.

Security Security on and around the campus, and the safety of our students, istaken very seriously. The University has 24-hour security and adedicated team of trained professionals who are always on hand shoulda difficult situation arise. The whole campus is also monitored by CCTV.In addition, the University has Liaison Police Officers who work closelywith our student organisation HUSAC (Hull University Students AgainstCrime) to address crime prevention on and around campus.

Campus WatchThe University, in association with Humberside Police, has established amobile ‘cop shop’ on campus to further enforce security measures forstudents – helping to instil a strong sense of security and offering allmanner of safety advice.

Please let us know if you have any suggestions for improving thispublication: [email protected].

Thank you in advance for your time. We value your feedback.

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