Research at the University of York
- Virtually all our research is "internationally recognised" and over 50% is "world-leading" or "internationally excellent" (RAE 2008)
- York is consistently a top 10 UK research university and attracted over £200 million of funding last year
- The University works with public, private and third sector organisations across its research activities
- Our research income exceeds our teaching income
Latest research news
Creating citizenship communities: helping young people take their place in societyPosted on Friday 17 May 2013
A major new study suggests a range of potential improvements in the way schools pursue citizenship education.
National evaluation of the Realising Opportunities programmePosted on Thursday 16 May 2013
A team at the University of York’s Institute for Effective Education (IEE) has been commissioned to carry out the national evaluation of the Realising Opportunities (RO) Programme.
Scientists uncover the fundamental property of astatine, the rarest atom on EarthPosted on Wednesday 15 May 2013
An international team of scientists, including a University of York researcher, has carried out ground-breaking experiments to investigate the atomic structure of astatine (Z=85), the rarest naturally occurring element on Earth.
Research performance
Outstanding results in RAE 2008 confirmed York's standing as a leading research university:
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A wealth of information and resources for staff engaged in research activity is available on the staff website.
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