Overview
The university of york uk is a leading UK university, creating independent critical thinkers through a culture of academic excellence and ground breaking research. As a member of the prestigious Russell Group, York is committed to research-led teaching, providing a supportive and inclusive learning experience for our students.
All accommodation is on or near campus and you’ll become a member of one of York's ten colleges once enrolled. All colleges encourage inclusivity and a valuable sense of community, through a wealth of social activities and a supportive system available to each and every student. A wide variety of clubs and societies on campus, as well as our college system, make it very easy for new students to integrate and feel at home throughout their studies.
York is a flourishing city, being voted the ‘best place to live in the UK’ (The Sunday Times 2018). With a wide array of shops, museums, festivals, sporting and cultural activities, restaurants and cafes it’s big enough to feel lively, but small enough to be friendly.
Ranking
17th in the Times University Guide 2023
21st in the Guardian University Guide 2023
162nd in the QS World University Rankings 2023
169th in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2022
The University of York moved into the top 10 of UK universities for research quality in the REF 2021, up from 14th position in 2014. All of York's subject areas are now ranked in the top 30 in the UK, with four Departments positioned in the top five.
Accommodation
All University of York accommodation is located on or very near to the university's compact and safe campus, so you’ll soon feel at home in York. Rooms are available with en-suite options and various catering options.
The University of York offers a college system for its accommodation so you will be a member of one of the ten colleges. Your college is a built-in community, helping you to make friends and settle into York and the UK.
Location
York is a vibrant, safe, student friendly city, renowned for its rich history and heritage and regularly voted one of the best places to live and visit in the UK. York is a flourishing city with a wide array of shops, museums, festivals, sporting and cultural activities, restaurants and cafes. It's located just 2 hours from London and 20 minutes from Leeds plus has the beautiful Yorkshire countryside and coastline on your doorstep to explore.
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