York: Why York

Founded on principles of excellence, equality and opportunity for all, the University of York opened in 1963 with just 230 students. Since then we have become one of the world’s leading universities, carving out a reputation as an academic powerhouse where a clear focus on excellence has secured national and international recognition alongside longer established institutions. There are now over 30 academic departments and research centres and the student body has expanded to over 17,000.

There are now over

40+ academic departments

and research centres

and the student body has expanded to over 20,000

A member of the elite Russell Group of universities, we are a dynamic, research-intensive institution committed to developing life-saving discoveries and new technologies to tackle some of the most pressing global challenges.

Join us and you’ll work with renowned

academics at the forefront of their fields.

At York you’ll be part of our vibrant postgraduate community of
creative and critical thinkers. Thanks to our outstanding programmes and opportunities, you’ll leave
York equipped with the essential skills needed for success in a competitive global workplace.