York St John University

Since 1841, we've been changing lives through education. With a postgraduate degree, you can follow your passion and make a positive impact on the world around you. Your success is led by you and supported by us. With taught degrees, research master's, and paths towards your PhD available, York St John University has opportunities for you to succeed in your ambitions.

Great reasons to start your postgraduate study at York St John University:

• Our excellent reputation. We have world-leading research within every academic School at York St John University (Research Excellent Framework (REF) 2021)
• We carry out research that matters. Our research tackles real issues and has a positive impact on peoples' lives.
• We're based right in the heart of York, a city which Booking.com named as one of the 10 Most Welcoming Cities on Earth for 2023.
• Many of our taught and research master's are available as a part time option. We were ranked 1st for part time postgraduate research experience (2021 Advance HE Postgraduate Research Experience survey)
• You will be a name, not a number. Every learning journey is different. That's why we get to know you as an individual and support you in achieving your personal goals.
• We are a key part of our local community. From delivering theatre workshops in prisons, to working with local sports teams, we give back to the city we call home

Facilities

Our city-centre campus combines heritage with modern technology. Victorian architecture meets contemporary buildings, showcasing a history we're proud of. From state-of-the-art psychology labs, sports facilities and learning spaces, we've investing over £40 million in our campus over the last 5 years. Our aim is to give you the perfect environment to study, relax and take on the big ideas and challenges which are shaping our future.
Our Creative Centre houses study spaces, listening rooms, editing studios, laboratories, and a 170+ seated auditorium and lecture theatre. It is a place for you to study, be inspired and bring your ideas to life.

Teaching from experience

At York St John University we are invested in making a difference. Our inspiring academics are at the forefront of research shining a light on environmental risks in Africa, exploring new theories in understanding and supporting autistic children, and analysing the influences of video games on addiction. Join our supportive network of researchers and find innovative solutions to the world's contemporary questions.

Your future matters

Our focus is on your success and making sure your as prepared for the future as possible. We give you the support and opportunities you need to explore what comes after your postgraduate degree.

Every person's career path is unique, and our dedicated LaunchPad Team are here to help you kick-start your career. By offering everything from LinkedIn and CV sessions to a tailored employability journey, we can help you to achieve your ambitions.

This support doesn't stop when you graduate, as a York St John University Alumni, you can always access career support from our Careers, Placements and Student Opportunities team.

York St John University has been a profoundly unique experience which has provided me with countless incredible opportunities, the best of which has been the community experience I’ve had whilst studying. The University’s passion to make everyone feel welcome and its extensive range of community projects and student support make the University a pleasure to be at.

Gabriella Flockton: MA Applied Linguistics: TESOL

Welcome to York

Our campus is located at centre of York, a city steeped in history.

York Minster, the largest gothic cathedral in Northern Europe, has been the centrepiece of York's skyline since 1475. It's just a stone’s throw away from York St John University and where our students have celebrated their graduation for many years.

The streets in York are lined with a mix of independent shops and cafes, well known high street stores and plenty of restaurants. The city also hosts an annual calendar of festivals that showcase local talent and the history of the region. These include the renowned Aesthetica Short Film Festival, York Literature Festival, York Chocolate Festival and the JORVIK Viking Festival.

York is ideally situated in North Yorkshire, close to national parks, areas of outstanding natural beauty and dramatic coastlines. If you prefer an urban getaway then direct train lines to Leeds, London, Manchester, Newcastle and Edinburgh can get you there.

London calling

Our campus in London means we can offer you even more. Located in the Export building at East India Dock, close to Canary Warf, York St John London has direct links to innovative, diverse and creative businesses across the city and beyond.

Studying here means you'll have opportunities to develop and expand your professional network, including the option of taking part in talks, visits and industry-led skills modules that have great placement opportunities. Some of these are course specific and others are available to all students. It's all part of our commitment to helping you take on the big ideas and challenges which influence the 21st century workplace.

A place to call home

We know it's important to love where you live, that's why we help you find the right accommodation for you while studying for your postgraduate degree.

The majority of our postgraduate students choose to live in privately rented accommodation whilst they study. We ensure all of our students have access to a high standard of accommodation, and are treated fairly by their landlords, by partaking in YorProperty, the local council's voluntary landlord accreditation scheme.

For more information and guidance on getting yourself set up with somewhere to stay during your postgraduate studies, please visit the University's accommodation webpage