How much are postgraduate research tuition fees for international students?
International tuition fees at the University of Hull vary depending on your course and level of study. You’ll usually pay a tuition fee deposit to secure your place, followed by the remaining balance in instalments. Scholarships and funding options may be available to help reduce your overall costs.
Postgraduate research tuition fees vary depending on your research area and programme. Your exact fee will be confirmed as part of your application.
Some research projects may involve additional costs, such as fieldwork or specialist materials. Your department will discuss any potential research costs with you before you begin your studies.
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How do you pay your tuition fees?
International students usually pay a non-refundable tuition fee deposit to secure their place, followed by the remaining balance in instalments during their course. The number and timing of payments depend on your level of study.
Do I need to pay a tuition fee deposit?
Yes. Most international students must pay a non-refundable tuition fee deposit to secure their place, receive a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) and begin the visa process.
A tuition fee deposit is an upfront payment that confirms your acceptance of an offer and allows the University to progress your application for a CAS, which you need to apply for your Student Visa. The deposit is deducted from your overall fees.
You may also need to show proof that you can cover your tuition fees and living costs as part of your visa application.
For full details, including how much you need to pay, when to pay it, whether you are exempt, refunds, and how it relates to your CAS, visit our tuition fee deposits page.
How do I pay the remaining tuition fees?
After paying your deposit, you can pay the remaining balance in full or instalments. For postgraduate research students, you’ll pay in four instalments during the academic year.
A table showing the payment schedule is available in our Academic Fee Policy (Page 11).
How do I pay my tuition fees?
International students pay their tuition fees using Flywire, a secure platform for making international payments.
You can pay from your home country using a range of payment methods, including bank transfer and card.
Find further information on paying your tuition fees with Flywire here.
Or watch this helpful video to learn more.
Can I pay my tuition fees in cash?
No. The University does not accept cash payments for tuition or accommodation fees.
Cash deposits made directly into the University’s bank account will also not be accepted. Once your payment has been processed, it will be recorded in your student account.
What scholarships and funding are available?
The University of Hull offers a range of scholarships and financial support for international students. These may include automatic fee discounts, competitive awards, and funded research opportunities to help with fees and living costs.
What are funded PhD opportunities?
Funded PhD opportunities are financial awards that cover some or all of your tuition fees and may include a stipend for living costs.
These opportunities are available across a range of subject areas and are updated throughout the year.
Are there other sources of funding?
Yes. You may be able to access additional funding through external organisations, charities and trusts.
The University subscribes to the Alternative Guide to Postgraduate Funding, a searchable database of funding opportunities for postgraduate study.
- Current students: Can access the guide for free by creating an account using your university email address.
- Applicants: Can gain access to the Alternative Guide to Postgraduate Funding by emailing hefunding@hull.ac.uk.
What happens to my tuition fees if I withdraw?
If you withdraw from your course once you have enrolled, the amount you pay will depend on when you leave. Tuition fee deposits are not normally refunded, and any remaining fees will be calculated based on your withdrawal date.
Can I get a refund on my tuition fee deposit?
Tuition fee deposits cannot be transferred to another course or academic year, except where an applicant’s deferral is agreed as per the deposit refund policy.
Refunds are only given in specific circumstances. Before requesting a refund, you should check the University’s refund policy.
If you are eligible, please complete our refund of deposit form.
How are tuition fee refunds calculated?
If you withdraw from your course once you have enrolled, your tuition fees are charged based on the point in the academic year when you leave:
- Term one: You will pay 25% of your tuition fee
- Term two: You will pay 50%
- Term three: You will pay 100%
If you are a new student and decide to leave within 14 days of the course start date (not the date you have enrolled on the course), there will be no fees charged. Please note, this excludes non-refundable tuition fee deposits.
Any fees paid by a sponsor will be refunded to them. Fees you have paid yourself will be refunded to the account it was pad from.
What if your tuition fees are paid by a sponsor?
If your tuition fees are being paid by a sponsor, you must provide official written confirmation of sponsorship before a CAS can be issued. Your sponsor must be a recognised organisation, and you will remain responsible for any unpaid fees.
What is a sponsored student?
A sponsored student is someone whose tuition fees are paid in full or in part by an external organisation, such as a government, employer or public body, and defined by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) as an acceptable official financial sponsor.
The University does not accept sponsorship from family members, even if the payment is made through a business.
Funding that does not meet the criteria of an official sponsor as defined by UKVI will not be accepted.
What proof of sponsorship do I need?
You must provide a sponsor letter confirming that an organisation is paying some or all of your tuition fees.
Your sponsor letter must be:
- Written in English
- Printed on letter headed paper
- Addressed to the University of Hull
It must include:
- Your sponsor’s contact details (name, address, telephone number and email address)
- Your name and address
- Your UCAS personal ID/applicant number/student enrolment number
- The sponsorship amount in pounds sterling (£) or the length of the sponsorship (for example, first year/full course).
If your sponsorship does not cover the full tuition fee, you will need to pay the remaining balance yourself.
You will be invited to upload your sponsor letter as part of your admission process. Your letter will be reviewed, and once approved, your application will progress to the next stage for CAS processing.
If you have any questions, get in touch by emailing sfssponsor@hull.ac.uk.