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Explore where things are on our compact green campus.
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.
From our beautiful campus to our historic city, there’s so much to love. It’s not too late to apply and join us in 2026.
Discover our diverse range of courses and find your potential with a postgraduate degree from the University of York.
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
Partnering with local communities to drive social change across North Yorkshire.
Research
Exploring how medieval history is shaping our modern approach to nature recovery.
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A new investment for technology to help protect at-risk data from historic sites in the Antarctic.
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Transforming volunteering into a vital tool for wellbeing and social inclusion.
News and events
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New research reveals York’s creative industries contribute £790m to the economy.
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Margarette Lincoln explores the quest for perfection and its impact on women’s health.
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Eight in ten critical jobs require degree-level qualifications, placing HE at the centre of the country’s economic future.
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Two leading York professors elected to the prestigious Academy of Social Sciences.
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University leaders and York Central MP Rachael Maskell meet government minister to share energy vision.
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Artist's impressions of our Mumbai campus have been unveiled.
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.
