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Choose York
Be inspired by brilliant minds and develop your ambitions in our supportive environment.
Why York?
Be inspired
A York degree is recognised and respected all over the world. As a student here, you’ll study and learn with academics who are active researchers, experts in their field and have a passion for their subjects.
Learn from our experts
Our research-led teaching means you'll get to hear about the latest discoveries before they reach the text books.
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Thrive in a global community
Meet students from all over the world among our community of over 150 countries on campus.
You'll also have the opportunity to expand your horizons by studying, working or volunteering abroad.
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Study in outstanding spaces
Be inspired by your surroundings and benefit from our £500m investment in student accommodation and state-of-the-art facilities.
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Feel at home
Make friends through our college system which provides an instant social life and a secure, supportive environment.
You'll be part of your college community from day one.
Explore our city of contrasts
Our thriving contemporary city is renowned for its rich history. Discover why York is regularly named one of the best places to live in Britain, offering everything from iconic attractions to hidden gems.
Why our students love York
You don't have to take our word for it, our student bloggers will happily tell you about why they love York.
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My placement experience: highlights and reflections
Posted by Kimberley on 13 October 2021 I have now completed my 12-month placement experience as part of the uplands research team at the Game and Wildlife Conservation Trust. In that…
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How I chose and funded my PhD
Posted by Katie on 5 October 2021 About me Hi! My name is Katie and I’m a second year PhD student in Medieval Studies. I research arms and armour in Middle…
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Wentworth College and accommodation as a PhD student
Posted by Sonam on 5 October 2021 About me Hi I’m Sonam and I’m currently in my third year of my PhD in Mechanistic Biology! When joining the University I decided…
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How to live with other people
Posted by Oscar on 17 September 2021 Living in halls or flats with other people may be a little bit daunting. But don’t worry, the likely situation is that the people…
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Getting Involved With Your College During First Year
Posted by Helen on 16 September 2021 Hey York student – you’ve made it! You’ve done your uni shop, packed your stuff, travelled many miles, hopefully met your flatmates, and now…
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Making the Most of Freshers’ Week
Posted by Zulekha on 15 September 2021 Freshers’ Week is an exciting welcome period for new students starting at UK universities. In this blog post, we’ll visit the various types of…
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