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Step Ahead

Our Step Ahead events are designed to support new undergraduates, who belong to communities currently underrepresented at University, to have the best possible start to university life. 

Step Ahead was the proud winner of the University's 2023 Pioneering Inclusivity Award. Step Ahead was praised for welcoming students from all backgrounds and helping students feel more confident about starting university.

By attending Step Ahead you will: 

  • feel more confident and prepared to start university
  • make friends with other new students
  • become familiar with the university campus
  • get tips from current students
  • receive study skills advice 
  • be made aware of the support available at York
  • get answers to any questions you have about university life 

This year the 2-day Step Ahead events will take place on:

  • Tuesday 2nd September - Wednesday 3rd September
  • Thursday 4th September - Friday 5th September 

The 1-day Step Ahead event, for students who live within commuting distance of the university campus, will take place on:

  • Thursday 11th September

Register Your Interest in Step Ahead

If you would like to receive updates about Step Ahead between now and September, including information on how to register for Step Ahead when registration opens in August, please complete this short Expression of Interest form. 

Frequently Asked Questions

You may have some questions about Step Ahead, so we've compiled a helpful list of frequently asked questions.

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For any questions about Step Ahead please email us at stepahead@york.ac.uk