The University of York was established in October 1963 with 230 students which expanded its campus in 1964 to marshy land around Wellington Hall. The University of York is one of the UK’s prestigious Russell Group universities, located in the historic city of York. York ranks in THE World University Rankings top 150 institutions - one of the youngest among others to do so.
York provides excellent services for international students willing to study in the UK by providing them help in English language, career related advice, safe and green campus environment and student-friendly city. York is one of the leading universities for academic excellence and provides you with seven world top 100 subjects, diverse experiential learning opportunities and innovative course design.
The University of York offers over 250 undergraduate degrees as well as postgraduate taught and research degrees across Arts and Humanities, Sciences and Social Sciences. There are more than 18,000 students from over 140 countries. Not only this, the University has more than 200 student societies and over 65 sports clubs. It also provides financial support to international to study in the UK.
Covid-19 Updates
Seeing the conditions of covid-19 the university has taken some actions:
- The university has issued some guidelines on the official website by taking information from the latest news by the government.
- If you are under self isolation, it is advised to inform the university by filling the student self-isolation form
- The university has canceled the Roses tournament and Summer Ball.
- The university has also provided financial support for the students facing problems in Covid-19 pandemic.
- The university has also arranged an Emergency student support fund which provides financial support up to £500 (per applicant). This is for those students who are facing unanticipated financial challenges (more than 700 students have received help through this fund.
Highlights
| Type | Public research university |
| Endowment | £7 million |
| Cost of Attendance | £7,523 and £10,523 (cost varies from courses chosen to type of accommodation) |
| Student Retention Rate | 84.6% |
| Financial Aid | Scholarship and loans |
| International students | 20% |
| Male to female ratio | 1:1.29 |
| Teaching excellence | 81.1% |
| Student’s satisfaction | 79.2% |
| Admission desk | cs-ug-admissions@york.ac.uk OR cs-pgt-admissions@york.ac.uk |
University of York Campus
- When the university was started it had only 3 buildings, 230 students and 28 staff (October 1963).
- The University of York Campus consists of nine colleges, more than 30 research centers and academic departments.
- Now the campus is about 500 acres (200 hectares).
- Many facilities are provided like shops for groceries, stationary, cafes, restaurants, bars, pubs, salon, and bank, in the heart of the campus for all staff, students and visitors. (including international groceries)
- It also has wildlife on its campus. The lake of the university is a popular place for many species (wild and semi-wild). These include Ducks, Geese, Swans, Grebes, Moorhens, Herons, Rabbits and Squirrels.
- University of York also has facilities like sports centers and fitness equipment stations.
- Campus also includes libraries, university computer rooms, study spaces, barbecues, 24/7 launderette, social spaces like common rooms, dining halls.
- Most pleasing thing about the city is its diversity. It is filled with everything providing something for everyone.
- There is a YUSU (University of York Students’ Union) which is responsible for your entertainment throughout the year. The union includes:-
- 200+ societies
- 65+ sports clubs
- 1 summer ball
- 5 awards ceremonies
- And many more
University of York Residence
- Variety of room options are available to you.
- All the nine colleges namely Alcuin, Constantine, Derwent, Goodricke, Halifax, James, Langwith, Vanbrugh, and Wentworth have different types of accommodations.
- University accommodation also differs in types like:
- Ensuite
- self-catered
- Catered
- Shared bathroom self-catered
- Shared bathroom catered, etc.
- The prices of these rooms vary accordingly.
- All the bedrooms include the following facilities:-
- Wi-Fi and 100Mbs wired internet access (there is no download limit)
- Bed and mattress
- Wardrobe, shelves and storage
- Desk, chair and notice board is also provided
- Ensuite bathroom has facilities like WC, sink and shower.
- Facilities like Common rooms, laundry room, cafes, bars, computer rooms, study space, parking space, and Wi-Fi in all rooms.
- Type of accommodation chosen will also depend on the number of people sharing with you.
- University also provides residence for family and couples whose prices differ accordingly (type of housing chosen).
Note:-
- Shared bathroom has a wash basin and is shared with a flat. They are cleaned every weekday.
- Ensuite bedrooms have a toilet, wash basin and shower in the bedroom. They are cleaned periodically (you can also clean them).
Programs in University of York
- University offers over 300 programs (in a diverse range of subjects).
- Several programs are available like short courses, leadership and management programs, sector specific training courses, etc.
- The university also provides distance learning courses. The programs offered are in a range of subject areas like Archaeology, Computer Science, English Building, History, Railway Studies, Management, Art, etc.
- If you are a part of a distance learner at universities of York, then the university provides you with many facilities (resources and services) similar to on-campus students.
- Seeing the pandemic conditions the university has prepared short private online courses for undergraduates and post graduates.
- MS courses are also available in this university for many categories like Molecular Medicine, Intelligent Robotics, Fusion Energy, etc.
Application Process of university of York
International students seeking admissions at the University can follow the below-mentioned admission details:
Undergraduate student admission:-
- Application fee: £20 (1 course)
- Undergraduate English language requirements
- Supporting documents:
- Official transcripts
- Courses description
- Language proficiency requirements
- £25 (for multiple courses)
If you belong to non-English speaking country you have to provide evidence of your English language ability. Your test must have been completed within two years of the starting date. You can provide your scores of the following tests:-
- IELTS
- C1 Advanced
- C2 Proficiency
- TOEFL IBT
- Trinity Integrated Skills in English (ISE) III
- GCSE/IGCSE/O level English with Grade C (English as a first or second language)
- Duolingo
School level certificates are also accepted here. Some country specific requirements with their grade points are listed below:-
| Country | Qualification | English grade required |
|---|---|---|
| India | Standard XII | 75% |
| Hong Kong | HKDSE | 4 Overall with 4 in each component |
| Malaysia | Malaysia SPM-Advanced English 1119 (Cambridge O level 1119) | Grade C |
Post Graduate Admission Process at University of York
Supporting documents:
- Academic transcripts
- Some courses specific requirements like CV, Personal Statement, Samples of written work, evidence of financial support and academic reference.
- International applicants should provide evidence of your English language. The accepted tests are the same as listed for undergraduate students.
- You should provide copies of your degrees (details of the grading system).
University of York Cost of Attendance
Tuition fees differ from person to person based on the factor that you are a UK/EU or international student. Following are the estimated prices for the year 2020-21.
The tuition fee varies for different courses
| Course | Tuition Fee |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate Courses (Annual) | £ 17,890 – £ 22,080 |
| PG Taught courses | |
| Advanced Computer Science (MSc) | £ 22,720 |
| Archaeology of Buildings (MA) full-time | £ 18,240 |
| Clinical Anatomy (MSc) | £ 22,720 |
| Statistics and Computational Finance (MSc) | £ 24,620 |
| PG Research courses | |
| Classroom-based | £ 17,300 |
| Lab-based | £ 21,700 |
- Accommodation costs include electricity, heating, water, Wi-Fi, and insurance.
- There is also a TV Insurance option in your accommodation which provides you with a TV in your bedroom which costs £154.50 per year.
The living costs for UG and PG courses are provided in the table below.
| Expenses (yearly) | UG | PG taught/PG research |
|---|---|---|
| Accommodation | GBP 3,960-GBP 6,960 (self catered) | GBP 5,049 – GBP 9,486 |
| GBP 5,560 – GBP7,840 (catered) | ||
| Food | GBP 1,280 | GBP 1,632 |
| Laundry | GBP 168 | GBP 214 |
| Miscellaneous* | GBP 2,115 | GBP 2,676 |
*Toiletries and household expenses, books and supplies, social and sporting activities, mobile phones, course-related costs, etc.
Estimated social costs
| Expense | Estimated costs |
|---|---|
| Bus fare | £2.50 |
| Cinema ticket | £5.50-10.50 |
| Taxi (college to campus) | £7 |
| Sport club membership | From £10 |
| Sport center membership | £25 |
Scholarship and Financial Aids by University of York
The University of York offers several scholarships for international students to help with their fees. The scholarships are available to undergraduate and postgraduate taught students. The deadline to apply for scholarships is April 30, 2020.
A few of the scholarships for international students at the University of York include:
- Equal Access Scholarship
- For undergraduate and postgraduate taught students
- Scholarship Amount- GBP 10,660 with a full fee waiver
- Number of Scholarships – 2
- How to Apply - Online Application
- Academic Excellence Scholarship
- For undergraduate and postgraduate taught students
- Scholarship Amount- GBP 2,500 – GBP 15,000
- Number of Scholarships – More than 100
- How to Apply - Online Application
- Albukhary Scholarship
- For Undergraduate students only from countries such as Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Malaysia, Nepal, etc.
- Scholarship Amount– GBP 31,250 – GBP 75,000
- Number of Scholarships – 5
- How to Apply - Online Application
Other aids are- country-specific funding and Scholarship for Commonwealth Citizens, Departmental Scholarships for PG taught students, etc. International students can also apply for external international scholarships to study in the UK that are offered by various private agencies and organizations.
Academic excellence scholarships for international students
The university awards over 100 international scholarships every year. Funding for the academic year 2020/21 is £2,500- £15,000. Some of the country/region with their value is listed below:-
| Country/region | Total value |
|---|---|
| India | £5,000 to £10,000 |
| USA and Canada | £2,500 to 5,00 |
| China | £2,500 to 5,000 |
| Region: southeast Asia | £5,000 to £10,000 |
Work-Study Programs
International students with Tier 4 Visa can opt for work-study programs with local employers or paid internships to earn money and gain industry experience. Permissible work hours are a maximum of 20 hours per week during term and full-time during holidays. Students have to apply for a National Insurance Number to be eligible for work.
University of York Alumni
The university has an alumni network of over 130,000 York alumni across more than 180 countries.
Benefits of alumni member:
- Benefits and discounts in hotels, visitor passes.
- University discounts such as free access to JSTOR which is an online research and teaching library.
- 55% off on hotel bookings around the world.
- 10% off on tickets for York concerts.
- Get 20% off on York pass.
Some notable alumni
- Sacha Romanovitch (chief executive officer in UK)
- Vasily Petrenko (most highly regarded conductors in the world)
- Orla Guerin MBE (greatest pianist in the world)
- Professor Lord Kumar Bhattacharya (engineer, educator and advisor)
- President Horst Kohler (president of Germany from 2004 to 2010)
University of York Placements
The university helps their students by providing them help in the following ways:-
- Advertising
- Short listing
- Project scooper
- Interviews
- Paperwork
- Salary
The universities also provide internships for a short period which can be completed during your break months.
- The University of York has a Placement Year which includes organized work experience opportunities integrated into the studies.
- The Placement Years generally last between 9-12 months and are often aimed at final year graduates.
- Placements need to be explored at the ‘Placement Search’ tab by discussing work experience
Average Salary for University of York Graduates and Alumni (by Emolument):
| Category | Average Salary (GBP) |
|---|---|
| By Job | |
| Financial Services | 88,000 |
| Legal Department | 85,000 |
| IT & Software Development | 71,000 |
| Legal and Paralegal | 80,000 |
| Executive Management & Change | 77,000 |
| Finance Control & Strategy | 69,000 |
| By Degree | |
| MBA | 137,000 |
| PhD | 107,000 |
| Doctorate | 95,000 |
| LLM | 94,000 |
| Executive Masters | 78,000 |
| Master(Other) | 71,000 |
Placement Year Programs consists of: Contact & Appointments, Virtual events & Online webinars, UK Placement Vacancies, International Placement Vacancies, Applying for Placements.
FAQs
Ques. How can I apply to the University of York?
Ans. Firstly one should make sure about the course, which one wants to apply for, then they can apply at the start of the academic year by clicking on the apply tab present on the university website. The mode of application is online.
Ques. Is York University a prestigious university?
Ans. Yes, it is one of the prestigious universities of the United Kingdom’s Russell Group. The university’s ranking is 28 among the Best Global Universities in the UK by US News.
Ques. What are the sources of funds for students to study in the UK?
Ans. There are different sources of funds for the students, as in the form of UK Government loans, UK Scholarships and bursaries, International Scholarships, Country-specific funding, and UK Loans.
Ques. What is the tuition cost for Accounting, Business Finance, and Management courses?
Ans. The annual course fees are GBP 9,250 for the UK(home) and GBP 18,350 for the International and EU.
Ques. Are there any specific admission requirements for international students?
Ans. Yes, the requirements are specific for different countries. Detailed information is available on the official website.
Ques. What are the different programs offered at the University of York?
Ans. The University of York offers many undergraduates and postgraduate courses in the field of Arts, Science, Engineering, Medicine, Business, etc, and many more.
Ques. Who is not permitted for a part-time study at York University?
Ans. Those students who are on Student Visa i.e formerly Tier 4 Visa are not these days permitted to study part-time at York University.
Ques. What are accommodation facilities available for international students at the University of York?
Ans. International students are provided with good accommodation facilities and are different for Undergraduate, Postgraduates, and Visiting Students. Also, students whose course starts in September 2021 are guaranteed an offer. The accommodation is purely safe and cozy.
