York St John University
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About
York St John University is a Public state university located in the city of York, England. Its history stretches back to 1841, when it was founded as The Diocesan College, before evolving through the College of Ripon and York St John (established in 1974) and finally being granted full university status in 2006. Located on an 11-acre inner-city campus in the heart of York, it combines the ambience of a medieval city with state-of-the-art teaching facilities and vibrant student life. The institution offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate degrees through five schools of Arts, Education & Psychology, Humanities, Science & Health, and Business. It has the authority to award research degrees (like PhDs) and is accredited by the UK Quality Assurance Agency and UK research degree awarding framework. Its student base is around 8,300–9,300, with international students making up around 6–7%, coming from more than 100 countries. Global Campus students are assisted by a dedicated Global Campus Team, who provide pre-arrival support, visa and immigration services, intercultural social events, and English language and academic skills support. The university also offers guaranteed on-campus accommodation for first-year students, staffed support, and facilities including libraries, study spaces, creative arts laboratories, sports halls, wellbeing services, and career guidance – all designed to help international students settle in, study well, and have a rich campus life.
Features
Why York St John University
- Historic and Central Location-Located in the heart of York, one of the UK’s most historic and student-friendly cities, the university offers a vibrant cultural environment with easy access to transport and amenities.
- Small Class Sizes and Supportive Teaching-York St John is known for its personalized teaching approach, with small class sizes and strong student support services that emphasize individual growth and engagement.
- Modern Campus with Historic Charm-The university combines state-of-the-art facilities—like labs, studios, and learning spaces—with beautiful historic architecture on a compact, walkable campus.
- Strong Focus on Employability-Career support, placement opportunities, and partnerships with local and national employers help students gain real-world experience and prepare for employment after graduation.
- Inclusive and International Community-The university hosts students from over 100 countries, with a dedicated international student support team, English language help, and guaranteed accommodation for first-year international students.
Scholarship Details
International merits based Scholarships for Graduates and Undergraduates
York St John University offers a £1,000 International Undergraduate Scholarship to all fee-paying international students (non-UK nationals) enrolling in a full undergraduate programmed in September 2025, off the first year's fees. To postgraduate taught students, it grants a 5% Early Payment Discount if international students pay full fees by the deadline (e.g., 15 September 2024) on either the York or London campuses. Research study-level graduate applicants can seek a fully funded PhD studentship in partnership with the Humber & North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board (ICB): this covers UK tuition fees (£5,006/year) and gives a UKRI-standard stipend (£20,780/year) for three years, with an application deadline of 20 June 2025. Additionally, alumni development scholarships offer discounts (20–40%) on postgraduate taught or research course fees depending on whether the graduate holds a 2:2, 2:1, or 1st-class bachelor's degree from York St John from 2019. Finally, the university also supports refugees and asylum seekers through Sanctuary Scholarships, which offer a full tuition fee bursary, £4,000 annually for living costs, and one-to-one tailored support for eligible students who have active asylum status or leave to remain.
University Accreditation/ Recognition
- Recognized UK Degree-Awarding Powers & Privy Council Approval-York St John University received full university status and independent degree‑awarding powers from the UK Privy Council in 2006. It’s officially listed by the UK Department for Education as a recognized UK awarding institution.
- Quality Assurance Agency (QAA)-The university is subject to oversight by the QAA, which ensures academic standards and quality across all its programmed.
- British Psychological Society (BPS)-Its Psychology BSc (Hons) and Psychology with Counselling BSc (Hons) degrees are accredited by the BPS, meeting professional standards in psychological education.
- Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)-The Accounting and Finance undergraduate programmed is accredited by ACCA, ensuring it aligns with globally recognized accounting qualification standards.
- Chartered Management Institute (CMI) & Project Management Institute / APM-The York St John MBA offers professional body accreditation from CMI. Additionally, its online and postgraduate project management courses hold accreditation from the Project Management Institute and the Association for Project Management (APM).
Location
36 Clarence St, York YO31 7EW, UK
Financials
| Descriptions | Subtotal |
|---|---|
| Avg Cost of Tuition/Year | GBP 11,978 |
| Cost of Living/Year | GBP 87,000 |
| *Application Fee |
GBP 0 - GBP 29
*Charged once per application |
| Estimated Total/Year | GBP 98,978 |
