Being confident you'll receive quality teaching while at university is a must.
If you're considering studying at York St John uni you'll be pleased to know that they are 13th in the UK for teaching quality (The Times and Sunday Times 2023)! The National Student Survey 2022 also placed them top in the North East specifically for teaching and assessment.
York St John boasts a growing city centre campus. Spanning 11 acres close to the city walls, the campus recently benefited from a £100 million investment plan creating a cutting edge tech hub for students to enjoy.
York is known across the world as a stunning place full of history and beauty. Famous for so many things, including the Shambles, York Minster, York Walls, and Betty's - it’s a city of old traditions and quirky nuance, proving that there’s always something new to explore and experience.
Long story short - you’ll never get bored!
York St John’s Institute of Social Justice launched in 2020 and much of the research at the university is focused in this area. The uni is also a Stonewall champion, a mindful employer, disability confident, and is in the process of achieving Athena SWAN bronze.
Committed to increasing its sustainability efforts, York St John has celebrated 0% landfill waste since 2016. They have also planted more than 1000 trees across campus, and if you keep your eyes peeled you might spot one of their hedgehog houses or bug hotels!
All of York St John’s accommodation lies in the centre of the city and within a mile of campus. Plus, if you have additional or specialised needs, almost all of the rooms available can be adjusted to suit you perfectly!
There are a whole bunch of scholarships available at York St John. Some are household income based, while others are based on high attainment. So make sure you check out what you could qualify for!
Start a new activity, sports club, or society. Or simply join one that is already established! Make friends with new interests or find like minded souls within a community you already love.
Did you know that York is a viking city? Its name actually comes from ‘Jorvik’ after it was conquered in 866 by the Danes.
Did you know that York is considered to be one of the most haunted places in the UK? The Golden Fleece Inn is the place to be if you’re looking for spooky experiences - it’s widely regarded as the most haunted pub in the city.
Grab every opportunity and always keep your eyes on the prize! Get clued up on the experiences that await - visit York St John's website here: