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University Profile :
University Of York
Founded on principles of excellence, equality and opportunity for all, the University of York opened in 1963 with just 230 students. In less than 50 years, York has become one of the top ten universities in the UK for teaching and research – and is ranked in the top 100 universities in the world. There are now over 30 academic departments and research centres and the student body has expanded to 13,000.
Former students of the University include Editor of the Sunday Times John Witherow; former Director-General of the BBC Greg Dyke; authors Jung Chang and Helen Dunmore; comedian Harry Enfield, and ten MPs.
History
The first petition for the establishment of a university in York was presented to King James I in 1617. In 1903 F. J. Munby and others (including the Yorkshire Philosophical Society) proposed a 'Victoria University of Yorkshire'.The then College of Ripon and York St John also at one time considered purchasing Heslington Hall as part of a proposed new campus.
Reputation and academic rankings
The Times University Guide said of York that "The university is increasingly recognised as a permanent fixture in the top rank of British higher education" and that "No university had a better record for teaching quality".The Sunday Times said, "York is one of Britain's academic success stories, forging a reputation to rival Oxford and Cambridge in the space of 40 years. In some regards — teaching, for example — it has a recent track record better than that of Oxford, according to the official assessments of teaching quality."
On 25 November 2010 York was named "University of the Year" at the Times Higher Education Awards, achieving praise from the judges for its "success in combining academic excellence with social inclusion, as well as its record in scientific discovery".
York is ranked in the top 100 universities in the world (THE/Thompson-Reuter World University Rankings and QS World University Rankings).
Campus
Underpinning York's excellent reputation is a friendly and welcoming campus, strengthened by our collegiate system which encourages inclusivity and a valuable sense of community. Our prime location, in a beautiful landscaped park, within easy reach of the historic city of York, has positioned the University as a world-class destination in which to work and study. Several departments are located in the city centre at the King's Manor in Grade 2 listed buildings, and since 2000 York has added 20 new buildings to its Heslington West campus.
Meanwhile, sustainability is key to the University's ambitious campus expansion at Heslington East. This stunning development, which is nearing completion of phase one, will increase our capacity for student numbers, drive up research income and provide more world-class facilities for the 21st century.
Courses
The University runs many different courses for Undergraduate degrees and Postgraduate degrees. But the most famous ones are in Arts / Science / Business / Engineering / Engineering and Music / Language / Law / Medicine (Clinical) / Architecture / Art and Design.
A few reasons why students choose York:
►York is consistently among the top UK universities for the quality of its teaching and research.
►York is ranked in the top 100 universities in the world (THE/Thompson-Reuter World University Rankings and QS World University Rankings).
►York was named Times Higher Education University of the Year 2010.
►Our students are very satisfied with the quality of teaching and course content.
►Eligible students from outside the EU are guaranteed University-managed accommodation on or near campus.
►You can enjoy studying and living in a very safe and beautiful parkland campus.
►Our integrated support network provides guidance throughout your time at York, including advice on improving your skills for employment.
►The campus is located close to the centre of the city of York, recently voted European Tourism City of the year.
►York is easily accessible by air, rail and road. York is only two hours by train from London which makes Heathrow and Gatwick airports within easy reach.
►The cost of living in York is significantly lower than in some other parts of the UK.
Accommodation
University-owned or -managed residences cost between £80 and £111 a week, depending on length of let and type of accommodation.
Facilities
Libraries, computer rooms, restaurants, bars, shops, a fully equipped sports centre, tennis and squash courts, health centre, theatres and concert halls are all within easy walking distance on campus.
Transport
York city centre is 20 minutes' stroll away, or under 10 minutes by bus; two fast, direct services run every 10 minutes. Much of the city is pedestrianised and there are plentiful cycle routes. A fast all-night train places Leeds and Manchester within easy reach for those wanting to head further afield on a night out.
