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Contextual offers

Find out what a contextual offer is, how they work, and how to apply for a contextual offer based on your individual circumstances.

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Think university isn’t an option? Think again.

Many students face barriers to higher education – we’re here to change that. Our contextual offers, among the most inclusive in the UK,¹ help level the playing field by considering your background when making an offer.

What is a contextual offer?

We assess a range of factors that can make it harder to access higher education. When you apply to Hull, we check which of these apply to you. Each factor is worth one point, and we use these points to determine the offer we can make.

This personalised approach means your offer is tailored to your circumstances – often with reduced entry requirements for your chosen course.

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How do you apply for a contextual offer?

Applying for a contextual offer is exactly the same as a standard university application – no extra forms, no added pressure. Everyone is assessed individually, so there’s nothing additional you need to do.

Complete your UCAS application

UCAS and other application forms ask for details about your background. Be accurate to ensure you receive all the support and benefits you’re entitled to.

We assess your eligibility

The information you provide won’t be used to prevent you from studying at university. If you qualify, we’ll apply a contextual offer automatically.

Your contextual offer will be applied

That’s it! In most cases, contextual offers are applied automatically based on your UCAS application.

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Not sure where to get started? Find out all you need to know with our handy guide for students from England applying to study a full-time undergraduate degree.

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Frequently asked questions

Yes. Relevant details for contextual offers are identified automatically, and your personal circumstances won’t be shared.

Our admissions team will assess your circumstances, assign qualifying points, and determine if you’re eligible for a contextual offer.

Your offer will look the same as any other, and you won’t be treated differently once you arrive at university.

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We use more measures in comparison to other contextual offer schemes, and the tariff reductions to offers are greater than comparable schemes offered elsewhere.

Contextual offers

Think university isn’t an option? Think again.

What is a contextual offer?

How do you apply for a contextual offer?

Complete your UCAS application

We assess your eligibility

Your contextual offer will be applied

Your complete step-by-step guide for applying to Hull

Frequently asked questions

Is my information confidential?

Do I need to apply for a contextual offer?

What qualifications does Hull accept?

I don’t meet the criteria for a contextual offer. What should I do?

Can I update my application if I missed something?

Got questions? We've got answers.

Think university isn’t an option? Think again.

What is a contextual offer?

Complete your UCAS application

We assess your eligibility

Your contextual offer will be applied

Your complete step-by-step guide for applying to Hull

Frequently asked questions

Is my information confidential?

Do I need to apply for a contextual offer?

What qualifications does Hull accept?

I don’t meet the criteria for a contextual offer. What should I do?

Can I update my application if I missed something?