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Lord Mayor's Walk, York, YO31 7EX, UK
Current courses:
221
York St John University
York, YorkContact York St John University
| Phone | 01904 624624 |
| Fax | 01904 712512 |
| Web | www.yorksj.ac.uk |
| [email protected] |
89%
Overall Satisfaction
12%
Time in Lectures
30%
Course Work
£7,283
Max Fee
£7,150
Average Uni Accomodation
£5,700
Private Accomodation
88%
Go on to work or study
80%
Employed after 6 months
£17,896
Average Salary
282
Average UCAS Points
141
Lowest UCAS Points
8%
1st Class Degree
Information
About York St John University
Address and Location
York St John is one of two universities situated in the historic city. Home to 6,000 students, the university is a modern institution spread over a dedicated 11-acre campus in the city centre.Background and History
York St John University has religious roots, descending from two Anglican training colleges founded after 1841. As an academic institution the university has gone through several evolutions: from the College of Ripon and York St John to a partner college of Leeds University, then finally to full university status in 2006.
Location and Accessibility
By Road: The university's central location makes it accessible from several directions; visitors from the South use the A19, those from the West the A59, and those from East the A1079. The A64 serves as a ring road around the city. Directions to the campus are clearly signposted within York itself.
By Rail: York is within 2 hours of London, Manchester, Birmingham and Edinburgh by train, and the university campus is a 20-minute walk from the city's central station.
What's on Offer
The university offers a range of foundational, top-up, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees.
Entry Requirements
Entry standards vary between subjects, with all requiring at least two passes at A-Level. Specific course information can be found on the university website.Accommodation at York St John University
University Accommodation
The university offers accommodation across the city, all within a 20-minute walk from the campus. Semi-catered, self-catered and private halls are all available to students.Private Accommodation
The university provides an approved list of private accommodation for second and third-year students looking for housing.Courses & Fees
Academic Strengths and Research Profile
As a relatively new university York St John lacks an established reputation. That said, the quality of teaching courses at the institution is high, theology and TV film programmes are also well-regarded.Tuition Fees
Undergraduate courses currently cost £9,000 per year. Fees for international students and postgraduates vary.Financial Support: A variety of scholarships and means-tested bursaries are available to undergraduates and postgraduates. Check the university website for more details.
Facilities at York St John University
Academic Facilities
£1.1 million has recently been spent building the Fountains Learning Centre. This central space contains over 200 computers for students, a comprehensive library and dedicated ICT and printing services. Wi-fi is provided across campus, and labs and classrooms are generally of a good standard.Other on-site Amenities
St John's students' union is located on campus and has a 'silver accreditation' from the Students' Union Evaluation Initiative. It regularly hosts events and boasts a wide array of clubs and societies. The university also recently redeveloped 57 acres of land to be used for students sports.Medical and Social Care
Students have access to on-campus healthcare through the York Medical Group. The university also provides a number of support systems for students experiencing hardship.What's On in the Area
York is not only steeped in history and culture, the city also has a rich and diverse social scene, boasting two theatres, nightclubs, a concert house and several live music venues.Moving On
The university offers a comprehensive careers' support service for students, both before and after graduation.Did you know?
