Welcome

 Welcome

The University of York has approximately 15,000 full time students, 20% of whom are international. A thriving multi-national community of staff and students from over 100 countries will ensure you will receive a warm welcome, whatever programme you choose to study.

We have currently 13 students from Bangladesh, studying at both undergraduate and postgraduate level. Our Bangladeshi students are taking a diverse range of programmes including Medicine, Law, Computer Science, Sociology, Politics and Theatre, Film and Television. 

While you are here 

We provide a caring and supportive environment for our students to ensure they enjoy their time with us and return home with fond memories of their time at York. Our range of social facilities on campus include a fully-equipped sports centre, a wide choice of cafés and restaurants, supermarket and bookshop allowing you to take a break from your studies and relax without having to leave the campus.

With such a diverse student population, you can be sure of making life-long friends from all over the world. We have over 180 social, cultural and religious societies including the International Students Association, a student body representing the specific interests of international students at York.

For our Muslim students, there is a prayer room on campus as well as a local mosque which is a short walking distance from campus. Halal food is available in most of our cafes and restaurants as well as halal sandwiches which can be purchased from the Students Union shop on campus. Single sex accommodation is availalbe for students who prefer this option.

After you leave 

Following successful completion of your studies at The University of York membership of our growing network of alumni based all around the world is free and automatic. We pride ourselves on supporting our alumni and offer a growing portfolio of services and benefits. These range from invitations to social events and reunions, networking opportunities, access to regional alumni groups, dedicated web space and a copy of our bi-annual graduate magazine, the Grapevine.

Entry requirements

Entry Requirements

Undergraduate study 

Information about undergraduate applications 

Students completing the HSC examinations in Bangladesh will need to take an additional course before applying for an undergraduate course at York. This could be A levels, the International Baccalaureate or a recognised foundation or access course, such as the York International Foundation Programme offered by York College.

Our departments of Electronics and Physics also offer their own foundation programmes.

The university may consider students for entry to year one on a case by case basis, where the student has completed a 2 year bachelor degree programme (post HSC) in an appropriate subject area from an approved university. Students must achieve a GPA of at least 3.20 out of 4.0 to be considered.  

Please note that competition for places at York is very strong, so the achievement of the grades listed above does not guarantee that an offer will be made.

 Postgraduate study 

We will consider students who have successfully completed a Bachelors degree of at least two years duration with a minimum GPA of 3.2 out of 4.0, followed by a Masters degree of one or two years duration. Degrees must be from a recognised institution in Bangladesh. We will also consider applicants with a Bachelors degree from BUET without a Masters degree.

 Each course may have further specific entry requirements, please see information on our postgraduate programmes for further details.

Applicants who hold a Bachelors and Masters degree from a recognised university will be considered for admission to PhD study. If you wish to apply for a research degree such as an MPhil or a PhD you normally have to have a Master's degree, or if not, at least some experience of conducting research.

Contact

Contact information 

Our pages on 'Student Life at York' will give you an idea of what it's like to study with us. We are keen to increase our links with Bangladesh and will be making regular staff visits. 

You may also contact the British Council office in Bangladesh for advice about living and studying in the UK.