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Choose York
Be inspired by brilliant minds and develop your ambitions in our supportive environment.
Why York?
Be exceptional
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.
Get a gold-standard education
Study at a university with a Gold Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) award, and benefit from consistently outstanding teaching.
Learn from our experts
Our research-led teaching means you'll get to hear about the latest discoveries before they reach the text books.
Thrive in a global community
Meet students from all over the world among our community of over 140 countries on campus. You'll also have the opportunity to expand your horizons by studying, working or volunteering abroad.
Study in outstanding spaces
Be inspired by your surroundings and benefit from our £500m investment in new student accommodation and state-of-the-art facilities.
Explore our city of contrasts
Our city of contrasts offers everything from iconic attractions to hidden gems.
It's even been named the best place to live in Britain (The Sunday Times, 2018).
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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Why I chose York: colleges, city, course
Posted by Morgan on 18 November 2019 The college system I really liked the idea of York’s collegiate system. Having your first-year halls being more than just a place to live…
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Freshers’ Week Vlog
Posted by Faye on 16 October 2019 Hi, I’m Faye and I’m in my first year at York doing Biomed. I wanted to vlog my Freshers’ Week not only to keep…
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My Freshers’ Week experience
Posted by Morgan on 19 August 2019 On your first day, I would expect a lot of waiting around! You’ll probably have to wait for your Freshers’ packs and for your…
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Freshers’ Week: an international student’s perspective
Posted by International student bloggers on 19 August 2019 Some of our students explain what Freshers’ Week is really like at university in the UK, from the perspective of an international student. Mi…
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Freshers’ Week: what to expect
Posted by Guest bloggers on 19 August 2019 The infamous Freshers’ Week. But what actually happens and what can you expect? Some of our current students share their experiences of Freshers’ Week.
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Top things to pack for uni
Posted by Guest bloggers on 24 July 2019 What should you pack for uni? Some of our current students share their essential uni items and what you should (and shouldn’t) bring with…