University of York
York | Yorkshire and The Humber
Ucas code: Y50
The University of York is one of the UK’s prestigious Russell Group universities, committed to delivering an outstanding teaching and learning experience and the very best research. We combine academic excellence with an inclusive culture, equipping our students to prosper in the global workplace. From small beginnings in 1963, we are now home to 17,000 students from more than 140 countries. York academics lead in their fields, with worldwide impact and a strong link between teaching and research. We were ranked as 14th overall and 10th for impact of our research in the most recent assessment of UK research (Times Higher Education 2014 ranking, excluding specialist institutions which submitted fewer than four units of assessment). We also received a Gold rating from the Teaching Excellence Framework for the “outstanding levels of stretch” and the supportive environment that allows students from all backgrounds to achieve “consistently outstanding outcomes." York was named the best place to live in Britain by The Sunday Times, 2018, which noted that the University added “vibrancy” and “intellectual heft” to the city. Our beautiful landscaped campus is within walking distance of York’s historic city centre, with excellent connections to the rest of the UK.
Source: University of York Students' Union
Source: University of York Students' Union
How students describe this university
We asked more than 11,000 undergraduates to say how far they would describe their uni as having the following characteristics. We carry out this analysis where we have scores from at least 30 students. You can also see whether these ratings are high, medium or low compared to other universities.
Number of students
19,470students attended last year
Undergraduate / Postgraduate
72%of students are undergrads
Full-time / Part-time
4%of students are part-time
Male / Female
45%of students are male
Young / Mature
12%of students aged over 21
UK / Non-UK
14%of students here are from outside the UK
What students say about this university
686 comments (161 students)
University of York
University of York Students' Union
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF):
University images
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Central Hall & Berrick Saul building
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Library
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Bridge and Wentworth College
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Computer science
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Fusion music, dance and fashion show
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Students walk through York's historic city
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Halls kitchens
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Archaeology
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Study space
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Summer ball
