The University of York is a member of the prestigious Russell Group, and is listed among the Times Higher Education World University Rankings’ top 150 institutions – one of the youngest universities to do so. It consists of nine colleges which are situated at the main Heslington campus, just a short walk from the historic centre of the city.
The University of York acknowledges the Kings' Advanced Level Foundation as equivalent to A-levels, providing students with an alternative pathway to higher education.
Students who are offered a place on the Kings Advanced Level Foundation and who express an interest in progressing to the University of York are sent a welcome letter from the University of York, which lists the required Foundation grades.
Students who meet the specified foundation grades are offered a place at the university, giving them the opportunity to pursue their academic goals and excel in their chosen field.
Key Facts
- #15 in the Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024
- #19 in the Guardian Good University Guide 2024
- #17 in the Complete University Guide 2024
- #3 French and Linguistics, #5 Archaeology and Forensic Science, Natural Sciences and Iberian Languages (Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024)
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- It holds a TEF (Teaching Excellence Framework) Gold Award.
- The University now has over 30 academic departments and research centres.
- Every undergraduate has the option of a work placement of up to a year, and degree modules have been designed to develop the skills that will boost employability.
- York is a five-times winner of the Queen’s Anniversary Prize.