Campus information
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.
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.
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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