Overview
The University of York is a campus university in the city of York, England. Established in 1963, York has expanded to more than 30 departments and centres, covering a wide range of subjects. In the last Research Assessment Exercise York was named the 6th best research institution in the United Kingdom.
Situated on the outskirts of the city, the University of York campus is approximately 200 acres (0.81 km2) in size, incorporating the York Science Park and the National Science Learning Centre. The institution also occupies historic buildings in York. The University of York is divided into eight colleges, which have similarities to the traditional colleges of the collegiate Universities of Oxford, Cambridge and Durham, and which also provide halls of residence for a number of students. All students are allocated to a college.
The University of York offers undergraduate and postgraduate opportunities in the arts, sciences and social sciences. York’s teaching and research is outstanding: 20 out of 23 departments assessed for teaching quality have received Excellent scores, while in research terms, 18 departments have been awarded 5 or 5*.
The University of York provides its students with a supportive and cosmopolitan learning environment. International students make up around 18 per cent of the student population across all subject areas.
The University of York combines the advantages of a university large enough to provide a vibrant social and cultural environment with those of a smaller community able to be welcoming and friendly to its students. The College system helps break the University of York into smaller units making it easy to meet people and make friends.
Why study at the University of York?
Because we …
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are ranked the 8th best university in the UK*
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are ranked the 74th top university in the world**
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are an international leader in research
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offer excellent support for our students
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are located in the beautiful, historic city of York
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are located around 2 hours from London by train
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are well known for our high teaching quality
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have over 180 student societies
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have a safe, beautiful parkland campus
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have a lower cost of living than larger cities
* according to the Sunday Times University Guide 2007 ** according to The Times Higher World University Ranking 2007
Services for International Students
The International Office at the University of York provides a wide range of services for international students before and during their studies to help them prepare adequately and minimise culture shock. In addition, there is a dedicated international student support service and English language training unit. There are also several social and welfare networks.
Accommodation
International students (non EU) are currently provided with accommodation for the full duration of their course provided they apply before the deadlines. All accommodation is on or within walking distance of the main campus and mixed by subject so it is easy to meet students from all departments of the University of York.
Various kinds of fully furnished and centrally heated accommodation are available. All students have their own study bedroom with Internet access and share a kitchen and bathroom, but some en-suite rooms are available. Most colleges have common rooms, computer room, bar, restaurant, TV room, laundry, telephone facilities and portering service. The University of York's accommodation charges are very competitive. Costs range from £72 to £88 per week and can be let for 38 or 51 weeks. There is a small number of flats for students with partners or families, subject to availability.
Campus
The University of York campus is approximately 200 acres (0.81 km2) in size, incorporating the York Science Park and the National Science Learning Centre
The on-campus supermarket stocks a range of specialist foods, such as Halal meat (frozen meat in stock, raw meat can be ordered), Kosher (available on request), Gluten-free, Fair trade and authentic Chinese products.
York is well known for its bars and pubs, from chic bistros to original and quirky bars, chilled out café bars and traditional pubs. According to legend there are 365 pubs, one for every day of the year. For more variety, the cities of Leeds and Manchester are just a short train journey away.
York’s reputation as a tourist centre benefits its students, with a year-round programme of festivals, including the comedy festival, Viking festival, food festival, and German Christmas market.
York has an excellent art-house cinema which offers screenings of independent, mainstream and world cinema. For big-name blockbusters there’s the large, modern Vue complex just a bus ride away at the Clifton Moor Park.
And the free Students’ Union night bus ensures you get to and from your night in the city in comfort and security.
On campus, there’s the Students' Union with 4 major events each weekend - Battle of the Bands, Drama Society shows and other society events.
Health centre
There is an on-campus Health Centre. Students may register with the medical practice which offers regular surgeries by appointment.
Location
Situated almost exactly half way between London and Edinburgh, York is conveniently located in the UK close to the larger cities of Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle and Sheffield. The city is also close to the Yorkshire Dales National Park and within an hour from the picturesque Yorkshire coastline.
Trains take around 2 hours from London, and 2.5 hours from Edinburgh. York has good road links, being accessible from the A1, M1 and the M62. Heathrow Airport can be reached in 3.5 hours, and Manchester Airport in 1.5 hours. Ferries from Hull and the nearby Leeds-Bradford Airport provide easy links to mainland Europe.
The city of York is world famous for its historic buildings and streets. The heart of the city is circled by medieval walls and a walk through the winding streets offers the opportunity to visit cafés, pubs, clubs, restaurants, museums and shops in a unique setting. Despite its ancient history however, York still has a cosmopolitan feel and a vibrant nightlife.
URL:
www.york.ac.uk
