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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.
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.
Find your future at York. Join us on campus on Wednesday 18 March to meet your department, student services and hear presentations.
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
Police play a vital role in responding to mental health emergencies, but a lack of coordination between agencies is hampering effective care.
Research
York research plays a key role in informing Bradford Council's Climate Action Plan.
Research
UK polling clerks struggle to spot fake IDs, according to findings of new study.
Research
Our researchers have received £2.5m to help transform future care for people diagnosed with blood cancers.
News and events
News
Supporting the next generation of scientists in the bioscience sector.
News
Explore how education can evolve alongside a shifting global economy to secure a fairer future.
News
Eight in ten critical jobs require degree-level qualifications, placing HE at the centre of the country’s economic future.
News
Dr Lewis Paton awarded Fellowship to investigate how online video consumption is related to mental health.
News
University leaders and York Central MP Rachael Maskell meet government minister to share energy vision.
News
York research brings Japan’s samurai to the British Museum.
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.
