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Independent minds.
Collective spirit.

A member of the Russell Group and one of just four UK universities rated both gold for teaching and top 10 for research, we combine academic excellence with social purpose.

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Beautiful campus. Historic city. There's so much here to love. Applications are now open to join us in 2026.

Find your potential with a postgraduate degree from the University of York, and discover our diverse range of courses.

Explore our research

We inspire and change lives. A member of the Russell Group, our thriving research and innovation culture is at the forefront of new knowledge and understanding.

Our research reflects our extraordinary and diverse community and partnerships. From a spark of curiosity, we explore the unknown and open up new ideas and opportunities for all.

Research

Income inequality linked to changes in brains of children and poor mental health.

Research

Study to tackle health inequalities in Gypsy, Traveller and Roma communities.

Research

Research project set to transform how we think about ageing - in the past and today.

Research

New guide to help publicans understand how and why to offer alcohol free options.

News and events

News

Professor Lindsay Oades has been appointed the new Provost for the University of York Mumbai.

News

Expansion of pharmacy services could save the NHS billions by helping patients use medicines effectively.

Awards

Awarded by the Daily Mail University Guide in recognition of our annual Festival of Ideas and commitment to public good.

News

York has climbed 15 places in the QS rankings, excelling in employability and sustainability.

Event
21 October 2025

Edna Annie Crichton was York's first lady Lord Mayor 1941-42, only five and a half centuries after the office was created!

News

A new campus in India, dedicated to research, teaching and the extension of the University’s mission for public good.

Campus and city life

Our safe and inclusive campus environment and our student-friendly city provide everything you need to make the most of your university experience.

Make friends for life, discover new passions and learn invaluable skills. Discover why you'll love York.

Be right at the heart of the action. Choose from a range of room types on or very near to campus.

Lively, full of culture and beautiful, York is regularly voted one of the best places to live and visit in the UK.

Support in difficult times

These are challenging times for many of our community. We're doing what we can to help and are committed to supporting where we can:

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