Life for students is centered in Heslington on the edge of York, where our colleges are set in a landscaped campus.

Campus is compact, easy to get around, and has a safe, friendly atmosphere.

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Global Opportunities

global-shortcourses@york.ac.uk
+44 (0) 1904 322846
Derwent College, University of York, YO10 5DD
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Travel and bus information

You can travel between Campus East and West for free on First York buses.

Getting online

You can use the computers on campus. You will be given a username and password and an introductory session at the start of your course.

If you have your own device, you can access the University network using wireless hotspots around campus. See IT Services information for new users, including how to connect on campus. There is help for Mandarin speakers - see translated information in the help and support section.

The Library

The Library is open 24 hours a day, 362 days of the year. You may be given a temporary Library pass to take resources out, otherwise you can use the Library for reference purposes. The Library contains single study rooms, group study rooms and buzz zones where you can eat food, relax or do some collaborative study. 

Food and drink

Find out about cafes, restaurants and bars on campus, including opening times and special offers. The University of York Students' Union, runs a number of places on campus where you can grab a drink or a bite to eat.

Nisa is a small supermarket on campus for everyday items. You’ll find it in Market Square and Halifax College on Campus West or on Kimberlow Hill on Campus East. See also supermarkets and food for more information about food in York.

Faith services

Local contacts are available for main world faiths. There are a number of dedicated spaces for prayer and reflection.

Find out more about faith and religion on campus.

Sports facilities

We have two sports centres on campus - York Sport Centre on Campus West and York Sport Village on Campus East. 

You can join both of these facilities for £30 for 4 weeks - go to the reception of either facility and inform the staff that you are studying with Global Opportunities.

Cash machines

There are cash machines at Market Square, Vanbrugh College and James College, as well as at the Nisa at Halifax College. 

Mailroom

The Mailroom is located at Dalham Farm on Campus West and there is also a 'Pack It & Post' service operating from the Print and Design Shop, Market Square, and Piazza Mailroom, Campus East.

Our Mailroom can help you save on international postage - especially useful if you're at risk of going over your luggage allowance! Find out more about our overseas services.

Support

As a short courses student, you’re a member of Derwent College. Derwent has a 24 hour reception so there is someone available all the time.

College wellbeing support can help with any issues you may have - or you can see the Global Opportunities support team and interns in the CGP offices located by reception in Derwent College.

Health and safety

If you have an accident, please tell a member of Global Opportunities or University staff as soon as possible. If you need help on campus, the Security team is available 24 hours a day.

Telephone Security: 
01904 32 3333 (for emergencies) or
01904 32 4444 (for non-emergencies)

First Aid

In case of accident or illness, there is a qualified First Aider at Derwent College reception.

Contact us

Global Opportunities

global-shortcourses@york.ac.uk
+44 (0) 1904 322846
Derwent College, University of York, YO10 5DD
@@GlobalYorkUK
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