University Guide
University of York
Founded in 1963, the University of York is a Russell Group university based around Heslington. Its main campus spans Campus East and Campus West, with green spaces, lakes and places to study and socialise. Every student belongs to one of York’s eleven colleges, providing a smaller community within the university, whether you live in university accommodation or elsewhere in the city.

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The overview
The main things you need to know about studying at the University of York.
Rankings
York ranks 20th in the UK in the Complete University Guide 2027 and joint 158th globally in the QS World University Rankings 2027. It also holds an overall Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework 2023, recognising the quality of its teaching and student experience.
Employability
York’s Careers and Placements team helps students explore career options, develop skills and find work experience. Opportunities include internships and course-dependent placements, alongside support with applications and interviews. The York Strengths programme helps you identify what you do well and explain it to employers. Careers support continues after graduation, with lifelong access available to York alumni.
Fees
Full-time home undergraduate tuition fees are £9,790 for 2026/27 and £10,050 for 2027/28. International and postgraduate fees vary by programme, so check York’s fees and funding information and your course page. Placement and study-abroad years may have reduced charges. Allow separately for accommodation, everyday living expenses and any additional costs associated with your course.
Bursaries
For 2027/28, the York Bursary offers eligible home undergraduates £1,000 per year of study for household incomes within the published £0–£35,000 band. Eligibility depends on your circumstances and the scheme’s conditions. Make sure your student funding provider can share your household income assessment with the university. Other UK funding opportunities and international scholarships have separate criteria, so check the information for your entry year.
Accommodation
York offers catered and self-catered accommodation across its college communities, with shared-bathroom and en-suite options. For 2026/27, a self-catered shared-bathroom room at Halifax College’s St Lawrence Court costs £149 a week, or £5,960 for a 40-week let. University accommodation includes bills and contents insurance. The published 2026/27 guarantee covers eligible applicants and can include approved off-campus accommodation. Applications for 2027/28 are scheduled to open in late November or December 2026; check the new entry-year conditions and deadlines. You can also compare private student accommodation in York through AFS, considering access to both your department and the city centre.
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Students' Union
York Students’ Union supports student life through societies, sports clubs, volunteering, student media and representation. These offer plenty of ways to meet people beyond your course or college. Its Advice and Support team provides free, independent and confidential guidance on academic issues, university procedures, wellbeing and personal concerns, and can direct you to specialist services when needed.


Famous for
York University has produced many well known alumni including 15 members of the house of Lords and specifically author Anthony Horowitz, Director of the Natural History Museum Sir Micheal Dixon and former Prime minister of Portugal Aníbal Cavaco Silva completed his Economics doctorate at York University.
News
On 14 October 2026, York announced an expanded partnership with FutureLearn to develop its online education offering. The partnership will support recruitment to existing online degrees and explore more flexible routes through digital learning, building on nearly a decade of collaboration that has reached over 330,000 learners worldwide.
Accommodation for Students says
“When Shakespeare wrote “And though she be but little she is fierce” he probably didn’t have the city of York in mind. But this quote seems to be perfectly applicable to York. A small, yet vibrant city York is one of the best cities in the UK in terms of student experience."
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