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No matter our backgrounds, no matter our passions, we can each do good in the world. All it takes is opportunity - and at York, we're here to make opportunity possible.

We're a high-performing Russell Group university with a reputation for inspirational and life-changing research which feeds directly into our teaching. We're the proud home of over 20,000 students from over 150 countries, each contributing to our inclusive community. Let's make a difference, together.

Our Australian community

With a vibrant community of around 4,000 international students, you’ll never be alone. At York:

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International students Margaux, Natasha and Deborah explain how York became their home from home.

The city of York has so much culture and history to explore, and all within a picturesque, walkable city. It’s small enough that you can make it your own; find your favourite coffee spots and run into people you know, but also big enough that there is always something new to try.

Kathryn, MA English Literary Studies

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Entry requirements

The entry requirements below are provided for guidance only. The acceptance rate may vary by course. Other post-school qualifications may also be considered for entry to York on a case-by-case basis.

If you are studying A Levels or the International Baccalaureate please see our typical standard offers for GCE A Level and the International Baccalaureate on our course pages.

If you are studying one of the qualifications below in conjunction with an ATAR you will need to score between 85 and 92 in the ATAR. If you have studied QCE in conjunction with OP we accept between Band 5 and Band 1. The requirements may vary depending on the state and the course you're applying for.

  • Australian Capital Territory ACT Year 12 Certificate + ATAR
  • New South Wales Higher School Certificate (HSC) + ATAR
  • Northern Territory Certificate of Education (NTCE) + ATAR
  • Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE) Senior Certificate + ATAR (previously OP)
  • South Australia South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE) + ATAR
  • Tasmania Tasmanian Certificate of Education (TCE) + ATAR
  • Victoria Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) + ATAR
  • Western Australia WA Certificate of Education (WACE) + ATAR

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Foundation courses

To help you meet our undergraduate entry requirements, you can study a Foundation course through our International Pathway College. Explore our international pathways.

Postgraduate taught courses

For a postgraduate taught course such as a Masters, you would normally need a Bachelors degree from a recognised institution.

Typically, you'll need at least the equivalent of a UK lower second class honours degree (2:2). Actual requirements will vary by course.

  • Second Class Honours (Upper Division) or a grade of 'Distinction' - normally 70 to 75% is considered comparable to a UK 2:1. This may vary according to HEI.
  • Second Class Honours (Lower Division) or a grade of 'Credit' - normally 60 to 65% is considered comparable to a UK 2:2. This may vary according to HEI.

Postgraduate research courses

For a research degree, such as an MPhil or a PhD, you would normally need a Bachelors degree plus either a Masters degree in a relevant subject or some experience of conducting research.

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Pre-masters courses

To help you meet our postgraduate entry requirements, you can study a Pre-Masters course through our International Pathway College. Explore our international pathways.

Australia is a majority English-speaking country, as specified by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). Therefore, if you are an Australian national, or you have completed a qualification equivalent to a UK degree in Australia, you do not need to provide evidence of your English language abilities. 

Australia is a majority English-speaking country, as specified by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). Therefore, if you are an Australian national, or you have completed a qualification equivalent to a UK degree in Australia, you do not need to provide evidence of your English language abilities. 

Scholarships, funding and fees

University of York scholarships

We offer a number of scholarships and funding opportunities for international students both at a University level and departmental level.

Find out more about undergraduate funding, scholarships and loans

External sources of funding

Government departments, international agencies, charitable organisations and private companies may also be able to provide financial support for certain subject areas. If there is a local British Council office near you they can provide up-to-date advice on what is available for your country and you can search for scholarships online.

University of York scholarships

We offer a number of scholarships and funding opportunities for international students both at a University level and departmental level.

Find out more about postgraduate taught funding, scholarships and loans

Find out more about postgraduate research funding, scholarships and loans

External sources of funding

There are a number of external funding bodies that exist to support study in the UK. You may be able to apply for some of their competitive scholarships and awards:

Government departments, international agencies, charitable organisations and private companies may also be able to provide financial support for certain subject areas. If there is a local British Council office near you they can provide up-to-date advice on what is available for your country and you can search for scholarships online.

Fees

University students pay tuition fees to cover the cost of teaching. Our tuition fees vary by course and may change on a year-to-year basis.

Undergraduate tuition fees

Living costs and additional expenses

It's important to keep in mind the cost of living away from home throughout your studies. From accommodation to food shopping, our undergraduate living costs guide aims to give you an overview of the cost of student life in the UK.

Fees

University students pay tuition fees to cover the cost of teaching. Our tuition fees vary by course and may change on a year-to-year basis.

Postgraduate taught tuition fees

Postgraduate research tuition fees

Living costs and additional expenses

It's important to keep in mind the cost of living away from home throughout your studies. From accommodation to food shopping, our postgraduate taught living costs guide and postgraduate research living costs guides aim to give you an overview of the cost of student life in the UK.

Application support

We don't currently have any authorised agents in Australia. However, you can seek advice from the British Council in Australia.

Immigration and visa applications can be confusing. We've tried to explain the process as simply as we can.

Visa and immigration advice

To apply to study at York, you will need to complete an application via UCAS (the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service). Here's an overview of what happens when, and how to join us at York.

Apply for an undergraduate course

You can apply online for postgraduate taught and postgraduate research degrees. You can apply all year round in most cases but we recommend that you apply as early as possible due to competition for places and funding application deadlines. Here's an overview of what happens when, and how to join us at York.

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Apply for a postgraduate research course

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