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Explore where things are on our compact green campus.
Independent minds.
Collective spirit.
A member of the Russell Group and one of just four UK universities rated both gold for teaching and top 10 for research, we combine academic excellence with social purpose.
From our beautiful campus to our historic city, there’s so much to love. It’s not too late to apply and join us in 2026.
Discover our diverse range of courses and find your potential with a postgraduate degree from the University of York.
Explore our research
We inspire and change lives. A member of the Russell Group, our thriving research and innovation culture is at the forefront of new knowledge and understanding.
Our research reflects our extraordinary and diverse community and partnerships. From a spark of curiosity, we explore the unknown and open up new ideas and opportunities for all.
Research
Researchers study how seabirds navigate to help develop future GPS-free positioning technology.
Research
Democracy may be far older and more widespread than previously thought, according to a new study.
Research
Early hunter-gatherers developed complex culinary tastes and were expert botanists and creative cooks.
Research
Researchers have found that our 'best friends' were already living alongside us more than 14,000 years ago.
News and events
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York moves into the global top 50 for Arts and Humanities, according to prestigious rankings.
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Celebrate as we launch our new School of Architecture with student showcases, studio tours and an expert panel.
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Institutional award in recognition of our ongoing commitment to gender equality.
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University leaders take on 125 mile walking challenge to raise funds for community learning centres.
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Working with the Russell Group and NHS partners to help build a more resilient healthcare system.
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Helping local businesses unlock the power of cutting-edge creative, digital and interactive technologies.
Campus and city life
Our safe and inclusive campus environment and our student-friendly city provide everything you need to make the most of your university experience.
Make friends for life, discover new passions and learn invaluable skills. Discover why you'll love York.
Be right at the heart of the action. Choose from a range of room types on or very near to campus.
Lively, full of culture and beautiful, York is regularly voted one of the best places to live and visit in the UK.
