
Stories from our students and graduates
Who better to tell you about York life than our students?
Hear directly from our students about a range of topics: why they chose York; what they love about their courses; placements; and general tips for student life at York.
Hear from our students

Last year, I applied to the Summer Accelerator on a whim. I had an idea for a business that I loved – one that…

Hi! My name is Michelle and I am a student on the MSc Green Chemistry and Sustainable Industrial Technology course. I loved my time…
Burnout in a science degree: how to avoid it Hi, I’m Amy and I’m in my second year of studying Biomedical Science. We all…

A frequently asked question when people start considering studying abroad is, “How much will that cost?”. The currency differences between Indonesian Rupiah (where I’m…
Hear from our graduates
Our graduates go into a range of industries, including speech and language therapy, teaching, journalism and publishing.
- Hear stories from York alumni (alumnivoices.co.uk)


Why did I choose York? A great many reasons! It’s amongst the best for linguistics in the UK, and the diverse course appealed to me. I also love the city and a visit to the beautiful campus sealed the deal!