University of York

York is a vibrant, student-friendly city, recognised for its safety and rich heritage, and easily accessible from all major UK cities. Filled with cafes, shops and museums, it offers a city experience while being compact enough to walk or cycle around.

• The city of York is culturally rich in theatre, film, live music, comedy and art, and is a dynamic hub for the creative industries as a UNESCO City of Media Arts.
• York offers plenty of traditional pubs and cosy bars in the compact city centre. Four student nights run each week in York’s most popular clubs during semester time.
• Festivals happen all year round. York Festival of Ideas, led by the university, is the city’s largest cultural collaboration and the UK’s largest free festival of its kind.
• Explore a city steeped in history – with England’s longest medieval city walls, and York Minster, the largest Gothic cathedral in Northern Europe.
• Nearby are the North York Moors and Yorkshire Dales national parks. Historic landmarks include Castle Howard and Fountains Abbey, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

• York offers a range of room types to suit all budgets, either on or close to campus, with catered and en-suite options available.
• York’s colleges provide a supportive community, offering social activities, events and wellbeing assistance throughout the year.
• University-owned and -managed accommodation includes bills, contents insurance, 24/7 security, and Wi-Fi in the price.
• Postgraduate students who want to live off campus can choose from approved private accommodation providers.
• With teaching, study and social facilities on their doorstep, students can make the most of university life.

• York Students’ Union provides independent advice and support, and represents the student voice at every level of the university.
• There are more than 200 societies and sports clubs on offer – more student groups per head than any other university in the UK.
• The SU runs five on-campus venues for students to grab a coffee, pizza, East Asian-inspired street food, and more.

• The parkland campus is a 15-minute bike ride or 30-minute walk from the city centre.
• Regular bus services run throughout the city, with a dedicated free shuttle bus between Campus West and Campus East.
• York can be reached by frequent buses from most destinations around the country, and trains from most major UK cities.
• Nearby airports include Leeds, Manchester and Newcastle. London’s airports are also within easy reach.
• First Bus York offers discounts to all university students on regular routes across the city, from daily to annual rates.

• There are various jobs, internships and other paid opportunities available within York Students’ Union and the wider university.