University of York

Enquiring minds, inspirational teaching and pioneering research

Explore our research

A member of the Russell Group, we are committed to strengthening our position as one of the world’s premier institutions for inspirational and life-changing research.

Our research is focused around seven themes which align our academic strengths to best meet the grand scientific, social and environmental challenges of our time.

Bullying and autism

Children with autism are more likely to be bullied than their peers, according to a major new study.

North-South health divide

We're working with experts to tackle worsening health inequalities between the North and the rest of England.

Tanzanian tree

Up high in the clouded Usambara Mountains, our researchers have discovered a new species of tree.

Small-scale discovery

A fragment of Roman glass has been identified as part of an exceptionally rare fish-shaped bottle.

News and events

NSS results success

Overall student satisfaction at York places us top of the Russell Group universities included in the National Student Survey (NSS).

Undergraduate Open Days

Book your place to find out more about living and studying in York, Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 September.

Medical School investment

We're putting £5.8m into new facilities for medicine students at York.

One small step

In the 50 years since the first moon landing, our understanding of space has come on leaps and bounds.

Honorary degrees

Game of Thrones actor Mark Addy and photojournalist Lynsey Addario are among 15 leading figures honoured.

Fellowships announced

Nicky Milner and Gregory Currie have been elected Fellows of the British Academy for their work in archaeology and philosophy.

Archaeology student finds exceptionally rare fragment from Roman bottle

York academic to sit on panel looking at Highly Protected Marine Areas

Study finds children with autism more likely to be bullied at home and at school

Academics elected Fellows of the British Academy

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.

Student life

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

Accommodation

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

The city of York

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

Campus map

Explore where things are on our compact green campus.

Campus map

Term dates

Find out about how the academic year is structured.

Term dates

Visit us

Visit us and you'll find out why so many students choose York.

Visit us

Directory

Find contact details for staff and students.

Directory