About York St John University
York St John University is a Church of England-founded university in the historic city of York, known for excellent student experience, strong programmes in education, sport, and creative arts, and a central campus location.
Key Information
Student Statistics
- • 7,500 total students
- • 800 international students
- • 55 student societies
Location
- • Located in York
- • Public university
- • Established 1841
Subject Rankings
Academics & Faculties
Degrees Offered
Bachelor, Master, PhD, Foundation, PGCE
Popular Subjects
Primary EducationSport SciencePsychologyCreative Arts
Student-Staff Ratio
15 : 1
Faculties & Departments
School of Education, Language and Psychology
Primary Education, Secondary Education, Psychology, Languages
School of Science, Technology and Health
Sport Science, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Biomedical Science
School of the Arts
Fine Art, Film and Television, Music, Theatre
York Business School
Business Management, Marketing, Human Resources, Events Management
Entry Requirements
Undergraduate
Academic: CCC-BBB depending on course
Alternatives: BTEC MMM-DDM, Access to HE Diploma
IELTS: 6
R 5.5 / W 5.5 / L 5.5 / S 5.5
TOEFL iBT: 79
Postgraduate
Minimum Qualification: UK bachelor degree 2:2 or equivalent
GPA: 0
IELTS: 6.5
R 6 / W 6 / L 6 / S 6
TOEFL iBT: 88
Fees & Funding
Tuition (International)
- Undergraduate: £14,000
- Postgraduate: £14,000
Living Costs (Annual)
- Accommodation: £130
- Food: £45
- Transport: £15
- Entertainment: £35
- Other: £25
- Total: £12,000
Campus & Facilities
Lord Mayor's Walk, York YO31 7EX
Historic campus in central York, just minutes from York Minster and city centre attractions
Size: 11 acres
Libraries
Fountains Learning Centre
Modern learning centre with extensive resources and 24/7 study areas
24/7 during term time
Sports Facilities
Sports Centre
Gym, sports hall, and sport science laboratories
Sports Park
Outdoor pitches and athletics facilities at Haxby Road
Student Services
Student Services
Academic support, wellbeing, and careers guidance
studentservices@yorksj.ac.uk
Accommodation
The Brickworks
University-managedModern accommodation close to campus with studio and cluster options.
Cost: £115 - £155 (per week)
Ensuite rooms • Studios available • WiFi • Common areas
Distance: 10 minute walk
Contract: 40-51 weeks
Apply through accommodation portal after accepting your offer.
Guaranteed accommodation for international first-year students.
Student Life & Support
Clubs & Sports
Clubs: 55
Teams: 25
Cultural Activities
- Welcome Week — Every September
- Cultural Events — Throughout the year
International Support
- Visa support: Yes
- Language support: Yes
- Orientation: Yes
- Buddy program: Yes
- Contact: international@yorksj.ac.uk
Health & Wellbeing
- Medical centre: No
- Counselling: Yes
- Disability support: Yes
- Emergency: +44 (0)1904 624624
Careers & Outcomes
Employability Rank
78
Graduate Outcomes
Employed: 70%
Further study: 14%
Unemployed: 8%
Average Salary
N/A
Top Employers
Schools across YorkshireNHS TrustsYork CouncilSports organisations
Career Services
- Careers Service: Career guidance and employer connections
Location & Transportation
Nearest Airport
Leeds Bradford Airport
45 km • 45 minutes by car
Public Transport
- Rail: York station has fast trains to London (2 hours), Edinburgh, and Manchester • £30-£100 depending on destination
- Bus: City centre location with excellent local bus links • £2-£4 per journey
Local Area
Beautiful historic city with medieval walls, York Minster, and vibrant student culture.
Cost of Living: Medium
Attractions: York Minster, JORVIK Viking Centre, York City Walls
Shopping: The Shambles, Coney Street, Designer Outlet
Entertainment: York Theatre Royal, Grand Opera House, York pubs and restaurants
Additional Information
Metadata
Source: University website and official publications
Last Updated: 2025-12-03T00:00:00Z
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