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Could you master a Masters degree? Learn how at Hull.

Dive deeper into your subject, flex your career path or rocket your earning potential with a one-year Masters degree.

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Why do a Masters degree?

Stand out to employers – even when you’re sitting down. A Masters is a huge boost to your career advancement.

In fact, the average starting salary for a postgraduate is 18% higher than for first degree holders in the first six months after graduation.¹

There are lots more benefits to postgraduate study including further specialising in a subject you love, fast-tracking your career with a professional qualification or even changing track to discover a new passion. Plus, it’s a leap towards a PhD, if that’s your goal. We have tons of courses to choose from. Whether you’re thinking full time or part time, to fit around you if you’re working.

You can also study online from anywhere in the world, with access to excellent digital resources.

Delve deeper to fly higher: the benefits of a Masters degree

Is a Masters worth it?

You can upskill your own way, change career direction or study for personal goals and growth. Masters degree career advancement will always benefit you.

Specialise in what you love

A Masters can help you drill down, chase pioneering ideas and become an expert in your field. It’s your chance to face challenges, explore different approaches and grow your knowledge.

Boost your career opportunities

A Masters shows you can perform to a high level under pressure, with resilience, tenacity and specialist expertise. UK Government data shows postgraduates regularly have the highest employment rate. Nearly 79% of postgraduates are in high-skilled employment, compared to 67% of graduates.²

Grow your skills

Change the world, or change your world? With the skills you gain at Hull, you’re free to do both. This is your opportunity to apply your theories to practical problems. Contribute towards solving world issues. Change the course of history. Dig deeper, explore beyond your degree and write new rules.

Research and be the first to discover a first

A Masters is a top opportunity to try your hand at next-level, independent research projects beyond your degree. You never know what you’re about to uncover. Great postgraduate benefits and a good insight into the next step of a PhD, if that’s the route you’re aiming for.

Career path taking a turn? Head this way...

Switching careers is a cinch with a Masters. And with our conversion programmes, you don’t need to study the subject at undergraduate level. You can pivot your skills into a new area. A Masters adds weight to your knowledge and expertise, making you highly attractive to employers.

Connect with the best minds in the business

This is an unrivalled opportunity to meet the right people, to help you go places. You’ll be learning from hugely influential experts and academics in your industry. Guest lecturers, conferences and speaking opportunities mean you can meet and greet the people you’ll need to know to grow.

Need some inspiration? Try our most popular Masters degrees...

Pursuing a Masters at the University of Hull means joining a forward-thinking academic community with the tools to tackle global challenges. From shaping healthcare innovations and driving ethical leadership to improving mental health services and influencing justice systems, postgraduate study at Hull equips you with the knowledge, confidence, and connections to create real impact.

Whether you're seeking personal development or professional advancement, you'll find expert teaching, cutting-edge facilities and a supportive environment that empowers you to thrive.

MSc Artificial Intelligence and Data Science

Master AI and data science—build career-ready skills in programming, big data and machine learning, taught in Hull’s £4.5m DAIM computational hub.

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MSc Biomedical Engineering

Design life-changing medical devices—gain hands-on experience, master biomaterials and biomechanics, and work with the NHS or key industry partners.

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MSc Business Management

Develop advanced management insight—ideal for non-business graduates, this course covers strategy, marketing, finance and HR to unlock leadership potential.

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MA Clinical Applications of Psychology

Prepare for a rewarding mental health career—gain research expertise, professional insight, and real-world experience through Hull’s clinical psychology network.

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MA Criminal Justice and Crime Control

Become a confident criminological practitioner—develop communication, analysis and decision-making skills, taught by experts and linked to real-world justice organisations.

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MA Education

Shape the future of education—build leadership, analytical and teaching skills while customising your course and choosing a study mode that fits your lifestyle.

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LLM International Law (Conflict, Security and Human Rights)

Tackle global challenges—this course explores international law responses to war, terrorism, trafficking and crises. Open to students from all disciplines

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Postgraduate taught vs postgraduate research: what’s the difference?

Let’s shed some light.

Postgraduate taught degrees are like undergraduate study, but you specialise and really get under the skin of your subject. Usually, they’re one-year courses. We also offer part-time, online options over two years – perfect if you want to keep working while you study.

You can also choose a postgraduate research degree. A Master of Research (MRes) is usually one year. Or you can take a PhD, which takes three to four years. Some PhDs are even funded, so you can get paid while you learn.

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If you’re planning to study a Masters degree you can apply to Student Finance England for a Masters Loan of £12,858. Out of this you'll need to pay your tuition fees, then anything you have left over you can use as a contribution towards your living costs. You’ll find more information on the Masters Loan here.

Some courses, such as MA Social Work, MSc Midwifery and MSc Nutrition and Dietetics have separate funding arrangements.

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