Defence and security

National security capabilities for the UK and international partners.

Research and innovation plays a vital role in addressing urgent geopolitical challenges.

The University of York partners with organisations that work in the defence sector, contributing to national security capabilities for the UK and its international partners.

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Policies and principles

Our approach to research in a complex and uncertain environment.

Capabilities

We have specialist knowledge, expertise and facilities that support the defence and security sectors.

Education and careers

Our students and early career researchers have opportunities and support to help them make informed decisions about their future careers.

Defence Universities Alliance

The University of York is a founding member of the Defence Universities Alliance.

The Alliance is a collaboration between the Ministry of Defence, the UK Armed Forces, the Office of the Chief Scientific Advisor for National Security, and the higher education sector. It supports defence and academia working together across research, skills and developing the future defence industry workforce.

“Universities are key partners in helping the UK respond to an increasingly complex security environment, from delivering the research and innovation that helps us respond to emerging threats to training the highly-skilled workforce of the future." - Libby Hackett, Chief Executive of the Russell Group.

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Our approach

Find out about the part we play in an increasingly complex and uncertain world.

Our policies and principles

Work with us

Our specialist knowledge, expertise and facilities span fundamental science and assured operational systems.

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Career opportunities

Industry-funded scholarships and fellowship schemes to support the skills pipeline.

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Get in touch to explore partnerships and how we can work with you.