York is a high-performing Russell Group university and one of
the world’s premier institutions for inspirational and life-changing research.
Its focus on teaching and research excellence has resulted in consistently high
rankings in the UK and a first-class reputation across the globe.
Top reasons to study here
- Member of the prestigious Russell Group: 24 leading UK universities committed to the highest academic standards in teaching and research.
- Award-winning student employability strategy
- Beautiful and safe city, regularly named one of the best places to live in Britain.
Distance Learning Courses
Social Sciences (12)
- Short Course Accents, Attitudes and Identity
- Postgraduate Diploma Creative Writing
- Short Course Exploring Stone Age Archaeology
- Postgraduate Certificate Health Economics for Health Care Professionals
Business & Management (9)
- Short Course Creating the Amazing
- M.B.A. Public Sector Management
Computer Science & IT (9)
- M.Sc. Computer Science
- Ph.D. Computer Science
- M.Sc. Computer Science
Humanities (8)
- Short Course Accents, Attitudes and Identity
- Ph.D. Applied Linguistics
- Postgraduate Diploma Creative Writing
- Short Course Exploring Stone Age Archaeology
- Ph.D. History
Education & Training (4)
- Ph.D. Education
- PGCert, PGDip MSc Health Professions Education
- Short Course Mature Learners
Medicine & Health (3)
- Postgraduate Certificate Health Economics for Health Care Professionals
- PGCert, PGDip MSc Health Professions Education
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (3)
- Short Course Bugs, Brains and Beasts
- Short Course Exploring Everyday Chemistry
Arts, Design & Architecture (2)
Engineering & Technology (2)
- Short Course Creating the Amazing
- Short Course Exploring Everyday Chemistry
About
History
Founded in 1963, the University of York has quickly become one of the world's leading universities, carving out a reputation as an academic powerhouse with a clear focus on excellence in teaching, research and innovation.
Education
York offers around 250 undergraduate degrees as well as 250 postgraduate taught and 100 research degrees across sciences, arts and humanities, and social sciences.
Nurturing independent minds and a strong collective spirit, the University of York empowers people from all backgrounds to flourish. Throughout their studies, students study and learn with active researchers conducting work on some of the most exciting and cutting-edge issues in current times. York also works closely with businesses, industry, governments and international organisations to ensure graduates have the skills required to pursue their dream career.
Research
A member of the Russell Group of research-intensive universities, York is committed to enhancing its position as one of the world’s premier institutions for inspirational and life-changing research. In the most recent UK Research Excellence Framework (Times Higher Education, REF 2021) York was ranked 10th for research impact (excluding institutions which have submitted fewer than four units of assessment).
Home to many renowned research institutes, centres and facilities, York is keen to work with external partners to develop mutually beneficial relationships.
Services
Housing services
Moving to another country can be a daunting prospect, but with the University's accommodation located on or very near to its compact and safe campus, students will soon feel at home in York. York's accommodation is centred around eleven colleges, each offering a welcoming, supportive community. There's a variety of room types and options to suit every budget.
Library services
The main campus library holds more than one million print books, as well as printed and digital journals. It offers a range of study areas from silent study zones to innovative thinking spaces. There's also access to several specialist libraries on campus and in the city centre.
Medical services
There's a healthcare centre close to campus which offers GP appointments and a repeat prescription service. York's Open Door team, consisting of mental health practitioners and student wellbeing officers, also provide support to registered students experiencing psychological or mental health difficulties.
Student Life
Campus life
York's beautiful parkland campus offers world-class teaching and learning spaces and an excellent environment to live and learn. It is packed with places to eat and drink, offers a variety of sports facilities, and there are various places to buy essentials.
The University is located in the historic city of York, which is regularly named one of the best places to live and visit in the UK. The city is full of culture and renowned for its rich history and heritage. With a wide array of shops, museums, festivals, sporting and cultural activities, restaurants, and cafes it’s big enough to feel lively but small enough to be friendly.
Sports facilities
The University's award-winning sports facilities are recognised as some of the best in the region, helping students to unwind and stay healthy. Facilities include a competition-standard swimming pool, floodlit 3G football pitches, an Olympic-sized outdoor velodrome, a floodlit road cycle circuit, an athletics stadium and 39 acres of grass playing fields.
Student clubs
Joining a society is a fantastic way to meet new people, pursue interests or try something new. From astronomy to aerobics and politics to poetry - York has over 250 student-run societies and more than 65 sports clubs for students to get involved in. If students can't find what they're looking for, they can even start their own.
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