University of York, York, United Kingdom

Overview

History, Affiliations & Rankings

Established in 1963, the University of York is situated in York city of England. The campus of this public research university is stretched over about 500 acres of land in the south-east of the city. The University of York is a collegiate university and is divided into nine colleges. Ever since its inclusion, the University of York has powered its way to a persistently high ranking in the country. As per the QS World University Rankings 2021, the university holds the 150th position and 119th position in the Times Higher Education Rankings 2019 out of all the countries around the world. 

Infrastructure, Campus & Courses

The top-ranked fields that the University of York caters to are Chemistry, History, English, Architecture and Social Work. More than 250 graduate and undergraduate courses are offered by 27 different departments. The vibrant campus of the University of York is located close to the city of York and provides a safe and student-friendly environment for learning and personal growth. Accommodation is available within the parkland campus with necessary facilities like high-speed WiFi connection, transportation, 24 hours security, cleaning, food etc. 

Accomplishments & Alumni 

Since 2012, the university has been a part of the Russell Group of research-intensive British universities. Because of its excellent performance and quality GPA of its research programmes, the university was ranked at the 12th position in the UK and at the 24th position by the Research Excellence Framework. The university’s long list of notable alumni proves its worth in academics. The York Global Alumni Association is a community of friendly and inspiring york alumni. Over 13000 from across 180 countries are a part of this network. Being part of the Association can help a student connect with passionate and dedicated graduates across the world. 

Student Diversity & Visiting Companies

Currently, the University of York has around 20,435 students from across more than 150 countries enrolled in undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in a number of different fields. Every year, a number of international students apply at the University of York for admissions in different courses. Students at the University of York get an opportunity to join the placement year that can be integrated into the studies. It gives students a certain amount of work experience that is recognised with the degree and based on it many organisations offer placement opportunities to deserving students. 

COVID- 19 Update 

• University of York started its academic term in January as normal. However, due to the restrictions imposed by the UK Government and national lockdown, the entire classroom-based teaching activity of the University of York is shifted to online learning for the entire Spring Term.
• Some exempted courses are being delivered in-person and the university is looking forward to using the specialist teaching spaces like labs for in-person teaching.
• Students who are visiting the campus are encouraged to get COVID-19 testing on a regular basis.
• Library, study spaces, accommodation, on-campus supermarkets, on-campus catering, and student support services are available. Safety measures are being taken within the campus and all operations and services are being delivered after reviewing the health and safety risk assessments around campus.