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University of York
SEMESTER DATES
Semester 1
16 September 2024 to 31 January 2025
Semester 2
3 February 2025 to 6 June 2025
Christmas vacation
16 December 2024 to 3 January 2025
Easter vacation
7 April 2025 to 21 April 2025
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CONTENTS FIND OUT MORE
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Meet the Vice-Chancellor 2 International community 28 Studying at York
Meet the Chancellor 4 Student view: international 30 Learn from the experts 52
Get to know us 6 Facilities and services 32 Faculty of Arts and Humanities 54
Welcome to York 8 Learning opportunities 34 Faculty of Sciences 56
Taught by York 10 Beyond academic borders 36 Faculty of Social Sciences 58
York in pictures 12 Careers 38 Our courses 60
A university for public good 14 Student views: careers 40 Course listings 64
Green campus 16 Global opportunities 42
Accommodation 18 How to apply 44 Other information
Our colleges 20 Fees, funding and scholarships 46 Index 96
Your students’ union - YUSU 22 The cost of living 48 Campus map 98
Sport and fitness 24 Student view: cost of living 50 Getting to York 100
Support and wellbeing 26
Welcome
MEET THE
VICE-CHANCELLOR
“Every year, it seems, our country At York we often speak about purpose. It permeates all that we more inclusive and equitable
and our planet find themselves the need for ‘bright minds like do, whether that’s supporting our society. Using our collective
facing new and unforeseen yours’. It’s for good reason. Each city through the darkest days of power to turn independent
challenges. The turbulence new generation of students the pandemic, providing funding thought into action to tackle
created by global conflicts and surpasses those that went before: to students struggling through the the challenges we all face.
climate change. The health of our in your willingness to understand economic crisis, or offering a safe
people and politics. As each new others, your eagerness to haven to scholars whose countries United, we stand as a powerful
test comes our way, we’re tasked learn, your open-minded have been torn apart by war. force for good. Stand with us.”
with an ever-greater need to outlook and your commitment
When we act together, we Professor Charlie Jeffery
adapt and find answers. With time to making a difference. You’ll
can achieve amazing things. Vice-Chancellor and President
rarely on our side, and critical learn from us, but we’ll learn
issues slipping down the global just as much from you. At York, you’ll become part
agenda, we must find new ways of a network of thinkers and
to work together and champion You dream big. But dreams doers, striving together to
change. Education is integral to unshared are dreams unrealised. make a difference. Shaping
that endeavour. At York, you’ll find a community our future through innovative
united by a sense of collective ideas and research. Building a
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Top in the Russell
Group Universities
for Academic Support
National Student Survey, 2022
A UK top 20
University
Times Good University
Guide, 2023
Top 50 in
the world for
sustainability
QS Sustainability Rankings,
2023
COLLECTIVE POWER
FOR THE PUBLIC GOOD 3
Welcome
MEET THE
CHANCELLOR
4 york.ac.uk
“I WANT EVERYONE TO
FEEL LIKE THEY'VE GOT THE
OPPORTUNITY TO THRIVE
IN OUR UNIVERSITY”
“When I first came to York, I was Throughout my career, I’ve If you join us at York, you’ll stories of triumph. Your degree
heartened to find a university advocated for inclusion. I chair become a member of a will take you on your own journey.
so focused on driving social the Chartered Management community that recognises But at York, it’s a journey you
change. York’s commitment Institute’s CMI Women network, strength in diversity. Through won’t walk alone.”
to empowering people from I’m a patron of Women in connection and collaboration, by
all backgrounds is opening Banking and Finance, and in welcoming different perspectives Dr Heather Melville OBE
opportunities for a wider range 2017 I received an OBE for and immersing yourself in new Chancellor
of creators, innovators and future services to gender equality. ways of thinking, you’ll achieve
trailblazers than ever before. The Now as Chancellor, I represent more than you ever could in
support we offer is shaped by the York – regionally, nationally and isolation.
diverse needs of our students, globally – as a university for
letting each make the most of public good. I am very proud to No two degrees are alike. Every
their time here. support the University’s goals student brings unique hopes,
and ambitions, and to champion unique skills and unique anxieties,
a culture of inclusivity. and transforms them into unique
5
Visit us
GET TO
KNOW US
York is amazing! But don’t
just take our word for it.
Experience it for yourself.
Chat to staff and students
and discover what life
at York is all about.
“I loved the campus, it is really beautiful, and I love
the college system. The whole campus feels safe
and there’s so much going on. York has so much
to offer, and I found myself imagining myself there
throughout the day. Wish I could go there already!”
Open Day attendee, July 2022
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“I think, if possible, all Meet us in person FIND OUT MORE
prospective students should Meet us on campus
Open Days
come to an Open Day. They york.ac.uk/openday
Our Open Days are the best
openday@york.ac.uk
give you an experience of way for you to get a real feel
+44 (0)1904 324000
for the University. Explore our
what your life at university colleges, accommodation and
facilities, and picture yourself as
could potentially be a student in the city of York.
like. You can check out You’ll have the chance to chat to our
the campus, meet staff academics about your options, and
to our current students about what
and students and (most they really think of the University.
importantly) get a feel of Explore our full range of
the atmosphere at York!” events and book your place
at york.ac.uk/openday
Beth, BA History • Get the inside view on life at York
from our current students’ blogs:
Meet us closer to home
blogs.york.ac.uk
Get to know more about the
University and our courses at UCAS International students
exhibitions and higher education
fairs around the country. Find dates Meet us in your country or chat
and details at york.ac.uk/uk-fairs online with our international support
team. Find out when we’re visiting
Meet us online at york.ac.uk/international-visits
internationalsupport@york.ac.uk
• Find out more about university life
online with York Virtual Visit: york.
ac.uk/ug-virtual-visit
Connect with us
• Explore York in your own time Follow our social channels for the
with our self-guided campus and latest news and updates. Through our
city tours, narrated by current channels, you can join student Q&As to
students. On Google Play or the get answers to your burning questions
Apple App Store, search ‘visit UoY’. and enjoy a glimpse into life at York.
• Chat to our students online to find
out what it is really like to live and uniofyork @UniOfYork
study in York: york.ac.uk/chat uniofyork UoYstudentvlogs
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7
City of York
WELCOME TO YORK
York is a contemporary, student-friendly city,
renowned for its rich history and heritage.
Explore 2,000 years Explore the world-famous Shambles,
one of the best preserved medieval
Discover creative venues that showcase aspiring
musicians and established acts.
of history shopping streets in Europe. From hotspots and impressive The city is also home to a range of
ghost merchants to Greek food, this museums and galleries, as well as
York's history is inextricably linked
charming cobbled street offers you a venues numerous theatres and a choice of
to the wider world. The city has
unique shopping experience. Around York’s lively cultural scene offers lots cinemas.
gone from a multicultural Roman
two-thirds of York’s businesses are to get involved with. The city hosts
settlement, to centre of Viking trade,
from a key city of the Medieval
independent, so you can find one-of- a diverse range of festivals, such as Tour Yorkshire’s
a-kind bargains while supporting the JORVIK Viking Festival, the largest
church to a hub of the industrial
local economy. of its kind in Europe; Aesthetica
beaches, hills and cities
revolution. Our heritage binds us
York offers some unique foodie Short Film Festival, a celebration of York is in the heart of the UK, with
to international networks and we
experiences, with a thriving food independent film from around the direct rail links that can take you to
remain a popular destination for
scene and quirky coffee shops on world; the University-run Festival of London, Edinburgh and Manchester
people from all over the world.
every corner. With eateries for halal Ideas, and fiestas of food and drink, in two to three hours. There are
fireworks, hot air balloons, music
Shop high-street and vegan diners, whatever your
and more.
plenty of reasons to stay in Yorkshire,
too. We’re surrounded by beautiful
dietary preference may be you’ll find
favourites and enjoy first-rate restaurants and cafes to suit. York offers more attractions
countryside, with castles, outdoor
adventure activities and natural
cosy cafes York has over 200 pubs, and many
offer great student deals, so you’ll be
per square mile than any other
beauty. York is close to the sandy
destination in the UK, so there’s
York’s iconic medieval streets spoilt for choice. beaches of Scarborough and coastal
always something just around the
are lined with major retail chains, towns like Whitby – the inspiration
corner. From quirky pubs to popular
independent stores and market stalls, for Bram Stoker’s Dracula.
clubs, York has a diverse mix of
so you’ll have plenty to choose from.
8 york.ac.ukPurple Flag
“York is one of the most accreditation for being
a safe, entertaining
culturally vibrant cities in the and thriving
destination after dark
UK. It’s a great city to enjoy with Association of Town and City
friends, show off to visitors from Management, 2022
home, or simply to unwind in
Safest city-based
after a busy day at university.” university in England
Charaspat, BA English and Related Literature and Wales
Complete University Guide, 2020
Britain’s most
popular city
YouGov Survey (Q3), 2021
Best night out
in the UK
Get Licensed Study, 2022
FIND OUT MORE
York city guide
york.ac.uk/city
9City of York
TAUGHT
BY YORK
Choosing to study at York
means your learning will
go beyond our campus.
Learn from the city of
York and be inspired by
your surroundings.
10 york.ac.ukPioneers of the arts Leaders of social reform Industry innovators FIND OUT MORE
and media Historically, York has led the way for York has a long history of industry. york.ac.uk/city
social reform and human rights. The city played a key role in the
York is the UK’s first and only development of the UK's railways Hear from our
UNESCO Creative City of Media Arts, For 2,000 years, York has served
and was a 19th-century centre for students on what
inspiring the cutting-edge of artistic as a melting pot for people of
innovation. With York’s nickname as different cultures and traditions,
chocolatiers and confectioners. they love
Its innovators have been driven by
the ‘City of Festivals’, there’s always from the Romans and Vikings to
principles of social purpose, to reduce
something unique going on. our current cosmopolitan city.
inequality, poverty and disadvantage.
Seebohm Rowntree’s investigation
York Minster has one of the UK’s of poverty in York in 1900 changed Today, our business partnerships
leading cathedral choirs; you can public perceptions of low-income are powering inclusive economies
hear the best of the English choral families and paved the way for and social enterprise. Our research
tradition by going to Evensong or a our modern welfare state. into safe autonomous systems is at
carol service at Christmas. York is also the heart of a responsible robotics
home to the National Centre for Early York is a City of Sanctuary, meaning
and AI revolution. We’re supporting
Music (NCEM), which hosts high-class we actively work with refugee
a flourishing community of digital
performers from around the world. families by providing shelter and
creatives, and our entrepreneurial
accommodation. We are also the UK’s
hub provides support to social
Heritage hub first Human Rights City, championing
change startups across the city.
a vibrant, diverse, fair and safe city.
York is a hotbed for English history. This includes focus on five key human
Our city was founded by the Romans rights chosen by York residents;
in 71 AD, captured by the Vikings in housing, education, health and
866, and later was home to Henry social care, standard of living, and
VIII’s Council of the North. York equality and non-discrimination.
Minster is one of the largest Gothic
cathedrals in Europe, and sits
alongside fabulous museums, historic
Science and society
buildings and impressive architecture. York has impressive infrastructure
and a thriving community of over
York has significant remains from the 7,500 science-based businesses.
Roman, Viking and Medieval periods.
York’s architectural heritage makes Our scientists are working closely
it one of the best places to develop with local organisations to transform
your knowledge of the archaeology our region’s economy. For example,
and conservation of buildings. our BioYorkshire initiative aims to
transform York and North Yorkshire
into the UK’s first carbon negative
region, becoming a hub for green
innovation, skills and development.
11City of York
YORK IN
PICTURES
Discover why you’ll love living in York.
uniofyork /universityofyork uniofyork
12 york.ac.uk“YORK IS BIG
ENOUGH TO FEEL
LIVELY BUT SMALL
ENOUGH TO FEEL
LIKE HOME.”
Temi, BA Sociology with
Social Psychology, 2021
Scan to see what
you could be
getting up to in
York next year.
13Public good
STRIVING
FOR CHANGE
Let’s create. Let’s innovate.
Let’s build a brighter future, together.
14 york.ac.ukWe want our students to work, • Access to dedicated spaces on
Research FIND OUT MORE
study and live in an inclusive campus for prayer and reflection.
community, reflecting our shared • Giving talented prospective We’re contributing to global efforts york.ac.uk/equality
values and allowing every student students routes into higher through groundbreaking research,
york.ac.uk/health
to realise their full potential. We education, so they can realise an example of which has resulted
encourage our students to make a their full potential, whatever their in changes to laws around sexual york.ac.uk/sustainability
real difference on a local, national background: york.ac.uk/widening- orientation equality in Europe and
and global level, to drive forward access the UK. York researchers are also
an innovative agenda for change. exploring how sleep can improve
Health memory, resilience and mental
Equality health: york.ac.uk/research
• Inclusive facilities for all members
• Celebrating diversity by getting of our diverse campus community. Sustainability
involved in events throughout the
year, including Pride, Disability
• Providing access to mental
We’re exploring ecosystems and
health support from professional
History Month, Black History practitioners, online communities sustainable concepts to combat
Month, International Women’s Day, and our student-led information the effects of climate change
Mental Health Awareness Week, and support service, Nightline. and environmental impact.
and more. Find out more about our green
• Through Hull York Medical School
• Creating an inclusive learning and (HYMS), our joint partnership
campus on pages 16 and 17.
living environment that challenges with the University of Hull, we
inequality for under-represented are training the next generation
communities. of healthcare professionals with
exceptional medical education:
hyms.ac.uk
“The amount of support available at York is vast. If you
are thinking about whether or not university is right for
you, you should consider what it offers and if you can see
yourself being there. York is a great place to be!”
Nick, BA Sociology with Education
Nick completed the Shine programme, one of our pre-16
programmes aimed at raising the aspirations and achievement of
students from underrepresented backgrounds.
15Green campus
OUR GREEN
CAMPUS
Our beautiful parkland
campus has everything
you need to get the most
out of university life.
16 york.ac.ukTo achieve the extraordinary at
A sustainable campus • One Planet Week: Our annual
DISCOVER MORE
university, you’ll need access to event spotlights sustainability
an exceptional and sustainable for a sustainable future research and the practical steps york.ac.uk/student-life
campus and its facilities. York is that we can take.
a university with both local roots • Green Flag campus: Since 2013,
• Cycle-friendly campus: We’ve
and global reach, at the leading
we’ve held the benchmark national
received a gold award from 8th in the UK for
standard for publicly accessible
edge of research, and sustainability Cycling UK for being a cycle- Sustainability
parks and green spaces in the UK.
is a key element of our values. friendly employer. York is one of QS Sustainability Rankings, 2023
• 100% divestment from fossil
the UK’s most cycle-friendly cities.
Our campus landscape fuels: We are proud to say that we
no longer have investments in the • Environmental Sustainability
Academy at York (ESAY): Provides Learn more about
Our campus is set within 500 acres of fossil fuel industry.
students with the opportunity to sustainability on
award-winning parkland, with lakes, • Reducing single-use plastics:
learn about, research and work on campus and how
wetlands and landscaped gardens. our reusable cup lending scheme,
sustainability issues. See more: to get involved:
It is home to an abundance of water YORCUP, has saved over 1 million
york.ac.uk/esay
birds, including ducks, geese, swans disposable coffee cups from
and herons. You’ll also notice other landfill. • Carbon neutral campus: we are york.ac.uk/sustainability
committed to becoming a carbon uoysustainability.
wildlife on campus, including hares, • Renewable energy: All our
neutral campus by 2030.
water voles, rabbits, squirrels, foxes, purchased electricity is from wordpress.com
and, on rare occasions, otters! renewable sources, with 80 solar
panels installed across campus.
“One thing I love about York is the fact that it’s a
campus uni, meaning that everything is so close
together. Especially in the summer, it’s so pretty
it literally feels like you’re walking through a park
when you’re walking between lectures.”
George, BA Business of the Creative Industries
Scan to see more on what George has to say about our
amazing campus environment.
17Accommodation
YOUR
HOME
AT YORK
Choose from
accommodation across
campus, right at the
heart of the action.
18 york.ac.ukMost first-year students choose
to live on campus in one of our
Accessible rooms What’s included? FIND OUT MORE
We have accessible rooms and a
friendly colleges. These each • Study-bedroom, shared kitchen, york.ac.uk/accomm-ug
variety of facilities to help meet the
provide a ready-made community and an ensuite or shared bathroom accommodation@
needs of those with physical and
to help you settle in and meet
mental health requirements. For • Electricity, heating, water, and york.ac.uk
people. Find out more about our contents insurance
example, you may need a room with +44 (0)1904 322165
colleges on pages 20 and 21.
wheelchair access, in a particular • Wifi and wired internet access in
With study areas, social spaces, location, or with bathroom and every bedroom
shops and sports facilities on your catering options to help manage a • 24-hour campus security presence Get the tour: scan
doorstep, you’ll have everything particular condition. • Cleaning of shared kitchens once a to watch a playlist
you need. A variety of room week, and daily cleaning of shared of student videos
If you have any additional about living on
types and options are available bathrooms, Monday to Friday.
requirements due to health, welfare campus.
to suit you and your budget.
or mobility, let us know as soon as
possible. Find out more on how we How do I apply?
What are my room can help: york.ac.uk/accomm-health Apply online in spring 2024
options? Families and couples after you have accepted an offer
from York. You can find details
Location We have a small number of flats and
of the application process, as
Choose from college rooms on houses suitable for couples and
well as prices and deadline dates
Campus West and Campus East. All families. We can’t guarantee that
at york.ac.uk/accomm-ug
are located within easy reach of the family housing will be available, but
we will do our best to accommodate
Library, shops and sports facilities.
your needs: york.ac.uk/accomm- Private sector
Ensuite or shared bathroom families There is also a wide selection of
Our rooms are either ensuite or have Costs private-sector accommodation
access to shared bathroom facilities. within walking distance of campus
Single self-catered rooms cost should you prefer this option.
Catered and self-catered from £99 to £200 per week. Wherever you choose to live,
We offer catered and self-catered Catered rooms cost from you’ll be a member of one of our
accommodation options. All rooms £136 to £206 per week. colleges and will have access to
have access to a shared kitchen. These prices are for 2022/23 all the benefits they provide.
Let lengths entry and may change for
your year of entry.
We offer let lengths of 40 weeks
(covering both semesters and the Rent is usually paid in three
Christmas and Easter vacations) or instalments over the year, which
44 weeks (extending four weeks coincide with your student loan
into the summer vacation). Other payments (if applicable).
let lengths are also available.
19Colleges
MORE THAN A ROOM
York is one of a handful of universities with a college
system. Enrich your university experience and find
your community in one of our lively colleges.
What is a college? activities, including live music, pub
quizzes, arts and music programmes,
College music Dedicated support
Colleges are the heart of student day trips and more. You could dress Our College Music Scheme gives network
life at York. Each has its own up with friends for annual formal you access to our music facilities,
Our colleges are a safe space to try
history and character, but they’ll all meals or dance all night at ceilidhs. instrument lending library and
new things, to challenge yourself and
provide you with a distinct sense equipment hire. By signing up,
You’ll be a valued college member to flourish.
of community. Whether you live on you’ll also receive invitations to
and able to attend events whether
or off campus, your college will be events and activities, such as Colleges have a dedicated team
you live on campus or not.
your home away from home. Each choirs and music workshops. of staff who are always happy to
college has a dedicated network chat and help you make the most of
of support, making the transition College sports Leadership and college and university life.
to university much easier. Your
college is your foundation for
If you’re new to sports or don’t
fancy university-level competition,
volunteering College facilities
getting involved in campus life college sports offer a great way to Each college has an elected student
and a gateway to exploring the Your college provides you with much
make friends and keep fit. Every committee. Your committee foster a
wider university community. more than a room. You’ll have access
week colleges compete in over 20 sense of community by representing
to social spaces, music facilities, and
sporting leagues, including the only student voices, organising events
College events inter-university college competition and activities and promoting
bars and cafes where you can relax
with friends.
in the UK, against Durham University. wellbeing.
Colleges bridge the gap between
Regular training and coaching is
living and learning, giving you the All colleges get involved in
available for all team members,
chance to find new passions and fundraising for various charities.
from beginners to seasoned pros,
make friends outside the lecture You could volunteer in roles related
meaning that you can take part
theatre. Each college is a bustling to social justice, sustainability,
whatever your sporting ability.
hub for student-led events and community projects and more.
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College life
york.ac.uk/college-life
yusu.org/student-life/
colleges
“It’s really amazing to be part of a college because
you get a pre-built community of wonderful people
and support systems. My college committee has been
a huge part of my uni experience. I’ve met so many
people and really improved my skills. I am so glad to be
part of a community that welcomes a push for diversity
and inclusion.”
Zara, Chair of Derwent College Committee, BA Education
21Students’ Union
YOUR
STUDENTS’
UNION
YUSU
“Societies are one of the greatest things York has
to offer! They allow you to connect with new and
interesting people. I have even been involved in
setting up a new society, Yordevs, which has taught
me new ways of thinking and improved my academic
and professional skills.”
Adam, MEng Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence (with a year in industry)
Treasurer of York Web and App Development Society (Yordevs)
22 york.ac.ukWe’re investing
in a new student
centre, offering
The University of York Students’ Union (YUSU) is the purpose-built
facilities for our
voice of all students at York. YUSU exists to represent community.
and campaign for you. york.ac.uk/student-
centre
What is YUSU? Volunteering and Societies and sports FIND OUT MORE
YUSU is a not-for-profit charitable fundraising YUSU has over 200 student-run yusu.org
organisation that’s separate to
With YUSU, you can help to make a
societies and more than 60 sports blogs.york.ac.uk
the University. It’s led by elected clubs for you to get involved in.
difference, whether you’ve got an
representatives, all of whom are Societies are run by students
hour or a week to spare. You can
York students or recent graduates. who plan activities around shared
take part in fun Raising and Giving
They run university-wide campaigns interests, hobbies, religions,
(RAG) activities on and off campus in
to pioneer positive change, and nationalities and cultures. At
aid of good causes. You could run a
represent different groups. YUSU has York, this could be anything from
fundraising event, get involved with
over 400 academic representatives, astronomy to aerobics, and politics
a volunteering project, or take part in
who campaign to improve your to poetry – there’s always plenty to
charity challenges.
academic experience. choose from. Joining a society is a
fantastic way to meet new people, to
Events and activities Representation and indulge your existing passions, or to
YUSU organises regular events and support try something completely new.
socials, including performances, YUSU’s officers help to ensure that
charity fundraisers, sporting events everyone’s voice is heard. They’re
and festivals that cater for a variety here to protect the interests of
of tastes. The highlights of YUSU’s Black, Asian and minority ethnic
social calendar include Roses, students, disabled students, working-
the largest inter-university sports class students, mature students,
tournament in Europe (against female and non-binary students,
Lancaster), and the annual Freshers’ international students and LGBTQ+
Festival, which often includes students. They also campaign
food stalls, rides and live music. for environmental and ethical
issues, and support fundraising
and volunteering activities.
23Sports and fitness
KEEP FIT
AND ACTIVE
“Volleyball is truly inclusive and accessible and has introduced
me to a range of people of diverse nationalities, ages and skill
levels. I’ve developed my leadership skills and travelled to
national competitions and sport events. As an Italian student, I’ve
benefitted from the close-knit international community at York.”
Sofia, BA Politics, Philosophy and Economics, University of York Volleyball Club
24 york.ac.ukFIND OUT MORE
york.ac.uk/sport
University sports clubs High-performance sports Sporting events
We provide you with a sporting With our support, our students Our sporting highlight of the year
environment that engages, supports meet their full sporting potential. is the annual Roses tournament
and inspires you, regardless of Our individual sports scholarship against Lancaster University.
your ability. The University of York scheme will help you achieve Roses is a memorable weekend
Students’ Union runs more than at the highest level. of fun and exciting competition,
60 sports clubs, many of which whether you’re taking part in
represent York at a national level. Our Sports facilities the action or supporting our
colleges provide inclusive, accessible talented athletes. There are also
and enjoyable opportunities for all Our award-winning sports facilities, opportunities to get involved
through their diverse sports teams. recognised as some of the best in backstage as a student volunteer.
From cheerleading and fencing, the region, offer you the chance to
de-stress and stay fit and healthy. We also host other sporting
to surfing and volleyball, there’s
Elite athletes, clubs and national events including a weekly park-
something for everyone at York.
teams regularly use our campus run on campus, the annual
York Triathlon, the Yorkshire
College sports facilities to assist their performance.
The University was even selected Marathon and schools events.
College sports are open to everyone as a training site for competing
and provide an engaging, inclusive, nations in the 2021 Rugby League
and affordable opportunity to play World Cup. Facilities include a
against other York colleges. Our best competition-standard swimming
college teams represent York and pool, floodlit 3G football pitches, an
compete against Durham University’s Olympic-sized outdoor velodrome, a
college teams. floodlit road cycle circuit, an athletics
stadium, the York Sport Arena and
39 acres of grass playing fields.
25Support and wellbeing
HERE
WHEN YOU
NEED US
Our dedicated network of
“There is nowhere I’d rather be than York -
support services will help
the support and opportunities that I have
you to get the best from your
been granted have been invaluable to me
time at York. Help is there if
as a disabled student.”
you need it, whether you’re Chloe, BA English and Related Literature, 2021
studying online or on campus.
26 york.ac.ukAcademic supervisor Healthcare services International students FIND OUT MORE
Our International Student Support
Every student at York has a personal The health centre closest to Student support
Team provide specialist support
academic supervisor. They’re an campus is Unity Health. It offers GP and advice on everything from visa york.ac.uk/support
excellent first point of contact if you appointments, a repeat prescription
need help. They’ll guide you through service and walk-in clinics. You
advice to adjusting to life in the UK student-hub@york.ac.uk
and studying in another language.
your studies, advising you on your can register online or in person. If They also provide opportunities
academic progress and supporting you take any medication or have for you to meet other students
your personal development. a long-term health condition, we Request a buddy
from all over the world. Find out
recommend that you contact them how we can help you: york.ac.uk/ Our Student Buddying
College team before you arrive so that they can internationalsupport Scheme helps new
help you to make a smooth transition. students settle into
Staff at your college can provide Discover more about support university life and study.
confidential support and will help you
manage the transition to university
Faith, spiritual and services for international students on
pages 28 and 29.
life. Your college team is there to cultural support Get a Step Ahead
help you settle in and represent your
interests in our community, whether You can access a number of Student communities Our Step Ahead programme
dedicated spaces for prayer and We champion and support is designed to support new
you live on or off campus.
reflection on campus. Our chaplains the specific needs of student undergraduate students with
can provide information on places your transition to university
Here to listen for worship both on and off campus.
communities including:
life, giving you the best
• Student Advisers give you general We also have a number of student • Black, Asian and minority possible start at York.
guidance and support on a range societies that can offer spiritual and ethnic students
of practical matters. cultural support to people of all faiths • Care leavers and estranged
• YUSU’s Advice and Support and none. students
Centre offers impartial advice on • First generation students
topics such as academic issues, Support for your needs • Mature students
exceptional circumstances for
Students with a disability • Refugees
assessments, and your health and
wellbeing. We can arrange academic support • Students from military Scan to watch current
backgrounds students talk about York’s
and adjustments if you have a
• Our Sexual Violence Liaison
disability or long-term health • Students living at home support services and how
Officers provide ongoing they have benefitted.
confidential support to students. condition. Our Disability Advisers • Students with caring
will offer you support, advice and responsibilities
• Open Door, a team of mental
guidance. • Students with children
health practitioners and student
wellbeing officers, provide If you have a disability or a specific This may include financial support,
support if you’re experiencing learning difficulty, please contact accommodation support, study
mental health difficulties. our Disability Team before you arrive: skills support and support for your
disabilityservices@york.ac.uk wellbeing: york.ac.uk/student-
communities
27International students
JOIN OUR
INTERNATIONAL
COMMUNITY
Discover life at York as part of our
diverse community of students
from over 150 countries.
28 york.ac.ukOur international campus community
brings together scholars from all
during your studies and our Careers
and Placements team offer skills and
courses have three length options: 6,
12, and 16 weeks. The course you need
FIND OUT MORE
over the world. You'll be exposed employability support. to take depends on your current level york.ac.uk/international
to new ideas and get a truly global of English, and the English language uniofyork_international
perspective. Study options requirements for the degree which
International
you wish to study. If you have an
Meet interesting people and enjoy a Undergraduate degree Recruitment Team
unconditional offer but would still like
vibrant social life through a variety of programmes to practise your English language skills, international@york.ac.uk
activities on campus. There are over
Choose from over 250 undergraduate you could take our four-week course.
200 social, cultural, international and
courses in arts, humanities, sciences +44 (0)1904 324 000
religious student-led societies and For more information, visit: york.ac.uk/
and social sciences. Most of our
over 60 sports clubs to choose from. presessionals
degrees last for three years, with a Scan to explore life as an
number of four and five-year courses Visiting students international student at York.
Preparing for your arrival available, including our integrated We welcome visiting students from
We provide a range of services Masters programmes. Many offer the across the world through various
to ensure your move to York is as option of a work placement or study partnerships and programmes. If
straightforward as possible and abroad scheme to help you to expand you’re already studying at another
to help you prepare for your new your skills and experiences. university, you can apply to study at
life in the UK. If you need a visa Find out more about the courses York for up to one year as a visiting
to study in the UK, we are here available on pages 64 to 95. student before returning to your
to help guide you through with own university to complete your
expert assistance and advice. Pathway courses qualification. york.ac.uk/visitingstudents
Our specially designed courses can
Welcoming you to York help you prepare for undergraduate Explore the UK
study at York. If you complete
We offer a free collection service the course to the required level, York is a great base for exploring other
from Manchester Airport in you’ll be guaranteed a place UK and European cities. We are on
September, a Welcome Week on your chosen undergraduate the main train line between London
programme for new students, and degree. Study on campus at our King’s Cross and Edinburgh, and so
English language courses and International Pathway College, or in trains to these locations are fast and
workshops. We also provide an London at our partner institution, frequent. There are also direct services
Immigration Advice service, as Kaplan International College. to other major UK cities, including
well as other specialist support Birmingham, Bristol, Liverpool, Leeds
services for international students, Find out more: york.ac.uk/ipc and Manchester. The beautiful Yorkshire
and facilities for practising countryside and coastline are also right
Pre-sessional English
your faith on campus. on your doorstep.
language courses
During your studies These courses are for international
students who need to meet an
Discover more on where you can explore
and typical travel times on page 100.
You’ll be offered English language, English language condition for
literacy and communication support entry to their chosen degree. The
29International students
INTERNATIONAL
PERSPECTIVES
30 york.ac.ukFIND OUT MORE
Get the student view
blogs.york.ac.uk
Meet Biology student Navin, from India.
What I love about Adjusting to life in the UK it's not a matter of if you’ll get culture
shock, but a matter of when. But give
studying at York Growing up in Goa, culturally and it time: you’ll soon meet people on
geographically distinct from the UK, your wavelength.
One of my top concerns as an my first few weeks here felt entirely
overseas student arriving in the UK – The UK is a fantastic place to pursue
foreign to me. But everyone I met,
and that of my parents – was safety. your education. The quality of
fellow students and university staff,
For me, the University of York met education is practically unmatched,
was friendly and welcoming. The
all the criteria. It’s situated in one of and the research prospects are
activities on offer helped me form
the safest cities in the UK and has enormous. I have been surrounded
strong connections with people from
a stunning, expansive campus. by some of the warmest people in
my college and course.
the world. I’m positive that I wouldn’t
The international recruitment team I soon got to know interesting be the independent, self-confident
provided excellent assistance people from around the world and person I am now if I hadn’t travelled
during the application process, developed a strong friendship all the way to the UK.
from promptly answering my emails network, which has lasted to this day.
and taking my calls to helping with I feel as if I have found a home away
the VISA procedure. It made me from home. At York, I have never felt
confident that I would have that alone.
support once I got to university.
What would you say to
Even during the peak of the covid
pandemic, the University was
looking out for me, checking up
someone considering “I FEEL AS IF I HAVE
via email and hosting virtual events
so I could meet people in my
studying in the UK?
I am glad I chose to study in the UK.
FOUND A HOME AWAY
FROM HOME.”
department and in my college. My
academic supervisor even offered That feeling of being understood
to do my grocery shopping when by people from different reaches of
I had to isolate for a few days. the world makes you feel as if you
are part of something bigger. I’ll be
honest, as an international student,
31Facilities and services
OUTSTANDING LEARNING Connecting on campus
You’ll have little issue
getting connected
ENVIRONMENT
with our extensive free
Wifi across campus.
Not bringing your own
laptop? Don’t worry,
Get the resources you need to study
you can use one of our
networked computers, or
effectively, progress academically and borrow a laptop from us.
strengthen your employability
Your library archaeology. You'll also have access
to York Minster Library, the largest
Boost your academic
Our central library is open 362 days cathedral library in the country. skills
a year, from 8am until midnight, and
Each department has an online You can access guidance, resources
24/7 during exam periods. It provides
Subject Guide and subject-specific and activities to assist with your
over 1,200 study and social learning
Academic Liaison Librarian to help studies through our Academic Skills
spaces, including contemporary
you find the most relevant resources Community. You can boost your skills
study rooms and flexible furniture, as
for your studies. We offer online with online resources, workshops and
well as traditional silent study zones.
support (including 24-hour live chat), one-to-one advice and guidance.
You’ll find other dedicated study
and workshops to help you develop
areas all over campus. Workshops are on offer throughout
your academic skills, including
the year. There are sessions focused
The Library is home to the impressive researching, coding and creating
on academic reading, writing and
Borthwick Institute for Archives, interactive media.
research, communication, digital
one of the largest and most varied
and data skills, self-development and
archives of any university in the UK.
much more. Find out more at:
Our King’s Manor Library in the city
york.ac.uk/skills-community
centre has specialist collections
relating to architecture and
32 york.ac.ukFIND OUT MORE
york.ac.uk
/studyfacilities
york.ac.uk/library
Over a million print
books and thousands of
online resources
A creativity lab with high-
spec gaming PCs, augmented
and virtual reality kits, and
powerful software and tools
A library cafe and
kitchen to help you
re-energise
“I prefer to work outside of my room and go to one of my
favourite study spaces on campus and around York city centre.
On campus, I tend to book a study room in the Library, or
Unique special go to the Church Lane building, where there is a range of
collections, and over
a thousand years of amazing study spaces and a Starbucks!”
history in our archives Rhiannon, BA Business and Management
33Learning opportunities
EXPAND YOUR KNOWLEDGE
Experience our remarkable teaching with free
short courses and events before you start at York.
Free online courses MOOC examples Subscribe to our YouTube channel
and get the latest videos from York
Everyone is welcome to join our
• Next Steps to University
Festival of Ideas, YorkTalks and
free massive open online courses • Tackling Environmental Challenges
dozens of other events designed
(MOOCs). Designed by our • Digital Wellbeing to educate, entertain and inspire:
academics, they include videos, • Exploring Everyday Chemistry youtube.com/yorkideas
quizzes and discussions that provide • Discover the Hidden History
an insight into our exciting subject of York Short online courses
areas. • Lights, Camera, Computer-Action!
As you prepare to begin your degree,
• Gain confidence in how to adapt to • Introduction to Nursing
we’ll invite you to our short online
university life. courses. These are a great way to
• Kick-start a deeper understanding York Ideas find support while starting at York,
of a subject you are passionate Feed your curiosity with free and will prepare you to hit the ground
•
about.
Find new interests and discover
open lectures on a huge range of running.
“I really enjoyed
topics. Meet our star researchers
the careers you could unlock. and renowned guest speakers on
These free courses are designed to
make your journey into university volunteering
• Pick up top tips on ways to boost campus or online. Get involved
your UCAS application. with research demonstrations
as smooth as possible. You’ll have
the chance to engage with staff
at the Festival
MOOCs have no entry requirements,
or help out front of house. and students from our students’
union, colleges, societies and
of Ideas and
so you can give them a go before You can also expand your
you start your degree with us. horizons at events like YorkTalks, support services. Discover what to sharing my love
expect when you join our academic
Courses typically last around two
to four weeks, and cover all sorts of
our annual research showcase,
or the city-wide York Festival community and what life as a for physics with
subjects. For more information, visit
york.ac.uk/moocs
of Ideas: york.ac.uk/ideas student in York is really like.
the rest of York.”
Jack, BSc Physics
34 york.ac.ukOur Exploring
Everyday Chemistry
course won a Royal
Society of Chemistry
2021 Horizon Prize
for groundbreaking
innovation in
education.
FIND OUT MORE
york.ac.uk/moocs
york.ac.uk/ideas
“This course was full to the brim with information to
make the transition to university much smoother and
less daunting. I absolutely love the interactive nature and
informative videos throughout, which definitely gave it a
community-like feel. I can’t recommend it enough!
Thank you so much!”
Amy, Next Steps to University, 2021
35Learning opportunities
BEYOND
ACADEMIC
BORDERS
36 york.ac.ukFIND OUT MORE
Discover more about
Step outside your degree programme and elective modules:
expand your knowledge with elective modules. york.ac.uk/electives
Studying modules from other
departments lets you broaden your
York Language Electives
knowledge, make unique academic Learning a language can broaden
connections and boost your your horizons and deepen your
employability. knowledge of different cultures. In
a globalised and interconnected
Most of our courses give you the
world, it can give you a competitive
option to take interdisciplinary
edge. You can choose from a
modules or languages modules,
wide range of modules, at levels
which count towards your degree.
from beginner to advanced.
You’ll need to check with your
Options are likely to include:
department to find out what’s
available to you. • Arabic
• Classical Latin
York Interdisciplinary • Chinese
Modules • French
• German
York Interdisciplinary Modules give
you the opportunity to develop key
• Italian
skills across different disciplines. • Japanese
You’ll be taught by academics • Medieval Latin
from different departments and • Polish
work in groups with students from • Russian
across the University. Examples • Spanish
are expected to include:
• The Sustainability Clinic
• Climate Crisis Action Lab
• Future of Food
37Careers
YOUR CAREER JOURNEY
Enhance your career prospects with exciting
opportunities that will help you stand out from the crowd.
You can access our careers We can then offer you funding and • Apply for the York Award and • fast-track you to a graduate job
support from day one. Our training work spaces to make your start-up gain a formal award celebrating • build your professional network
programmes, careers fairs, business ideas a success. both personal and professional
• give you insight into the workplace.
internships and enterprise advice • Gain paid internships with local development within and outside
Year abroad
will support you towards graduate employers through our Student your programme of study.
employment or further study. Internship Bureau. • Broaden your leadership and Take the opportunity to gain
Discover your strengths • Use our careers platform, organisational skills through our language skills, improve your
Handshake, to discover volunteering programmes. confidence and develop your
internships, placements and jobs. interpersonal skills.
Join a York Strengths Development
Session to discover your professional • Our student fundraising platform
Grow your professional
strengths and how to demonstrate YuStart has generated over network Ace your interview
them effectively. £250,000 for hundreds of
• Engage with our global alumni • Take advantage of our online tool,
creative and entrepreneurial Shortlist.Me, to practise mock
network and find a career mentor
Explore your options projects. See what we’ve
through the York Profiles and
interviews with employers and get
achieved: york.ac.uk/yustart useful tips.
• Meet employers at careers Mentors platform.
•
fairs and find out about work Boost your employability Broaden your horizons
Use CareerSet to get informative
feedback on your CV. Find out
experience opportunities.
• Book an appointment with
• Our employability programme,
Placement year
more: york.ac.uk/ug-futures
York Futures, offers you tailored
our careers team to make a At York, you can take a placement
support and advice, so you’ll gain
personalised plan. year and demonstrate a strong work
confidence and career focus.
Gain valuable experience • Develop your leadership skills with ethic to employers. A placement year
our York Leaders programme, could:
• Connect with business advisers which partners with various
at Student Enterprise Space and employers.
develop your own business ideas.
38 york.ac.uk93%
of York graduates enter
work or further study
within 15 months of
graduating
HESA Graduate Outcomes
Survey 2018/19, UK graduates
FIND OUT MORE
york.ac.uk/ug-futures
“My placement year at Warner Bros. has
been one of the most rewarding experiences
I can remember. I gained insight into the
complexities of the entertainment industry,
worked on exciting projects, and grew both
personally and professionally. I had fantastic
opportunities like attending film premieres,
but it was the brilliant team I worked with
that made my time there so special.”
Erhard, BSc Film and Television Production
39Careers
BUILD YOUR
EXPERIENCE
Whatever your career aspirations,
we can help you stand out from the
crowd. With our support, you can
make the most of experiences outside
the classroom.
40 york.ac.uk“The Ghana International Study FIND OUT MORE
Learn more about how
Centre was a fantastic opportunity you can expand your
to meet new people, learn about a skill set at York:
new culture and develop an interest york.ac.uk/ug-futures
in topics which extended beyond my
undergraduate studies, such as global
welfare issues. My experience in
Ghana inspired me to study a Masters
in Social Policy at York, where I was
able to learn about welfare systems in
countries all over the world.”
Annie, BA History and Politics, 2021
“My favourite thing about my internship with Inclusive-
Learning@York was the fact I felt I was making a
difference, in my own time. The research skills I developed
in the internship have been a vital part of my postgraduate
applications. They don’t just help me here at York, but will
help me to go further in the future.”
Meely, BA History
41Study abroad
GO GLOBAL
Broaden your horizons, boost your
employability and explore the world. George Mason University, USA
Prepare for your future career by
studying, working or volunteering
Some departments offer a credit-
replacing year. Your degree will
Support available to you
abroad. Take the chance to discover remain the same length, and you will Whether you’re going abroad for
new cultures, learn in different travel abroad in your second year. the first or hundredth time, the
surroundings, make new friends, Some departments may also offer Global Programmes team can help.
and experience a new way of life. single-semester exchanges. We advise on many aspects of your
Employers are looking for people planning and time abroad, allowing
See the opportunities available
with international experiences, and you to make the most out of any
for your subject of interest:
our global opportunities can give you opportunity.
york.ac.uk/globalyork
a competitive edge.
Free language courses
You don’t need to commit here Go for the summer
and now. You can apply to add an Join a course and build up your skills
international experience to your Summer programmes are the and cultural knowledge before you
degree after starting at York. perfect way to discover the world go: york.ac.uk/lfim
in a short time. We can help you to
Summer School, South Africa
Go for a year explore life-changing experiences
through volunteering, internships
Funding
Many of our courses offer an optional and summer schools, soaking Whether you want to study or work
year studying or working abroad with up the culture of a new country. abroad, you’ll need to research the
a partner university or an employer. cost of the programme and budget
This is usually an additional year, accordingly. You can apply for
taken after your second year at York. funding to help towards these costs.
42 york.ac.ukFIND OUT MORE
Centre for Global
Programmes
york.ac.uk/globalyork
global-programmes@
york.ac.uk
+44 (0)1904 323654
GoGlobalUoY #GlobalYork
University of Konstanz, Germany
“Life in Seoul is so fast-paced, yet efficient. While
it’s hard to plan in advance, the subway system,
convenience stores on every street, and high-
tech services make anything possible and easy.
I’m definitely becoming more of a spontaneous
person! My time in Korea has made me a lot more
confident and independent, given the completely
different language and culture. Learning Korean is
a skill I am grateful to have gained.” University of Copenhagen, Denmark
Rebecca, BA Social and Political Sciences (with a year abroad),
Seoul National University, South Korea
43How to apply
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STEPS Choose a course
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requirements
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Find out what living and
TO YORK
undergraduate degrees studying at York is really
Check that you meet the
across arts and humanities, like, and make sure that
entry requirements for
sciences and social York is the right choice for
your chosen course. We
sciences. Subjects are you before you apply:
consider a wide range
listed on pages 64 to 95.
For full details and of UK and international • Join us for an Open Day
qualifications and look at all on campus or online:
Four simple steps for a
availability, please see:
aspects of your application york.ac.uk/openday
york.ac.uk/undergraduate
to assess your suitability. • Take a campus tour:
smooth application. This includes your york.ac.uk/campus-tours
4. •
academic qualifications, Download our app for a
personal statement, virtual visit: york.ac.uk/
academic reference and visit-uoy
any additional and relevant
experience.
• Consider a free online
course: york.ac.uk/
Apply online moocs
Complete an online • Sign up for updates by
application via UCAS (the email: york.ac.uk/ug-
Universities and Colleges email-updates
Admissions Service) through
your school or college, or
independently.
You will need our institution
code to complete your
application:
• University of York: Y50
• Hull York Medical School:
H75
You will also need your
course’s four-character
UCAS code. Search for
your course and code at:
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