Black Access programme

If you successfully complete all elements of the programme, you could be considered for a reduced offer (or interview, for subjects that interview) to study at the University of York.

If you are made an offer at the University of York, your offer could be reduced by up to three grades compared to a standard offer.

If you're applying to study at Hull York Medical School, see the alternative offers section on their Entry requirements page.

To retain your alternative offer, you'll need to complete our short transition programme, YorJourney, which runs for four weeks in the summer before you enrol at York. YorJourney is designed to support your transition to York.

You should meet all the essential criteria:

• From a Black background, such as Black African, Black Caribbean, Mixed or multiple ethnic groups (including Black heritage), or other Black background
• In your first year of further education (such as Year 12, Level 3 or Year 1) at a state school, sixth form or college
• Achieved eight A* to C, or 9 to 4, grades at GCSE (or equivalent), including English Language and Mathematics*
• Have completed Key Stage 4 in a UK state school/college
• Have potential to achieve BCC at A level (or equivalent)
• Currently attend a UK state school or college

We'll prioritise students who also meet any priority criteria:

• Entitled to, or were in receipt of, free school meals or discretionary payments at school/college
• Parent/s didn't go to university, or went as a mature student during your secondary education
• Estranged from parent/s, or have experience of Public Care
• Live in a neighbourhood with low progression rate to uni
• School/college achieved below the national average
• Seeking asylum in the UK, or granted Refugee status
• Have a disability or long-term health condition
• Household income below £42,875
• From a military or service family
• Gypsy, Roma, Traveller, Showmen or Boater background
• Young carer

*We understand grades alone don't reflect your potential. We consider other circumstances that impacted your ability to achieve our GCSE criteria. Your school/college referee should reference this in your application. To discuss further, please continue to submit an application, or contact the team.

We also understand circumstances may prevent you from completing your Key Stage 4 studies in a UK school or college (particularly if you're seeking asylum in the UK). We may be able to offer some flexibility on this; your referee should provide details in their supporting statement.