York St John University

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York St John University
United Kingdom|Established: 1841|Campuses: 3 in United Kingdom

Why Choose York St John University?

Strong Graduate Employability

YSJU achieves a 92% employment rate within 15 months of graduation, with a median starting salary of £26,000. Top sectors include Education (35%), Health & Social Care (25%), and Arts & Media (15%), supported by embedded work experience and internships across all courses.

Excellent Rankings & Global Recognition

The university recently entered the THE World Rankings 2026 (#1001-1200), gaining recognition for teaching quality. It ranks #105 in the UK (Complete University Guide 2026) and was named University of the Year for Social Inclusion 2025, highlighting its commitment to student support.

Inclusive & Accessible Institution

With a 75% acceptance rate, YSJU is accessible to diverse cohorts. It invests heavily in facilities like the Creative Centre (opened 2021) and the 57-acre Sports Park, ensuring a supportive environment for arts, media, and performance students.

Affordable Fees & Automatic Scholarships

International undergraduate fees range from £12,100–£14,900/year, with an automatic £1,000 scholarship for the first year. Postgraduate fees are £11,800–£15,400/year, with a 5% early payment discount available for international students.

Strategic Location & Student Life

Located in the UNESCO World Heritage site of York, living costs are significantly lower than London. The campus guarantees accommodation for first-year undergraduates and offers excellent rail links (2 hours 15 minutes to London)

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Rankings &
Achievements

#1001-1200 globally
THE World Rankings 2026
#1201-1400 globally
QS World Rankings 2026
#105 overall UK
Complete University Guide 2026
#115 overall UK
Guardian University Guide 2026

Campus Locations

York Campus (Main - Lord Mayor's Walk)

York Campus (Main - Lord Mayor's Walk)

  • Location: Occupies 11 acres in York city centre.
  • Facilities: Features the historic Chapel (1851), Fountains Learning Centre (24/7 study spaces), and the Creative Centre (2021) with performance studios and editing suites.
  • Living: On-campus accommodation ranges from £129–£222/week; guaranteed for first-year undergraduates (subject to T&Cs).
York St John University Sports Park

York St John University Sports Park

  • Location: 1 mile from main campus on Haxby Road.
  • Facilities: 57-acre facility with 6 grass pitches, 3 3G pitches, indoor tennis courts, and a sprint track.
London Campus

London Campus

  • Location: Spitalfields, London (opened 2018).
  • Focus: Offers postgraduate programmes including Global Healthcare Management and Business Technology.

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Course Highlights

Programme

Duration

Annual Fees (GBP) - International

Intakes

Graduate Route Duration

Special Features

BA Primary Education with QTS

3 years

£12,100

September

2 years

Qualified Teacher Status on completion; school placement partnerships; strong education sector employability

BA Secondary Education with QTS (Subject Options)

3 years

£12,100

September

2 years

Subject-specialist secondary pathway; QTS qualification; mentor placements in secondary schools

BSc Nursing (Adult, Pre-registration)

3 years

£12,100-£13,000

September

2 years

Clinical training with NHS partners; healthcare simulation labs; high employment demand

BSc Biomedical Science

3 years

£14,900

September

2 years

STEM healthcare pathway; laboratory facilities; healthcare sector focus; research-informed teaching

BA Business Management

3 years

£12,100

September

2 years

General business foundation; business school facilities; industry engagement

BSc Computer Science

3 years

£14,000

September

2 years

STEM pathway; modern computer labs; industry partnerships; strong graduate employment

BSc Cyber Security

3 years

£14,000

September

2 years

Growing tech specialism; cybersecurity facilities; high industry demand

BA Psychology

3 years

£12,100

September

2 years

Mental health research focus; human behaviour studies; research methodology

MA Education (Leadership & Management)

1 year

£11,800

September

2 years

Educational leadership for practitioners; faculty expertise; sector-leading faculty; practitioner cohort

MSc Nursing (Adult, Mental Health, Professional Pre-registration)

2 years

£15,500/year

September

2 years

Healthcare pathway; Apply via UCAS; clinical training; registration qualification

MA Teaching English as Foreign Language (TEFL)

1 year

£11,800

September

2 years

Language teaching specialism; international teaching pathways; TEFL certification

MSc Computer Science (1-year or with year in industry)

1 year (2 years with placement)

£11,800 (1-year); £15,400 (with placement)

September

2 years

STEM master's; professional experience option; tech sector focus

Global Healthcare Management MSc

1 year (2 years with professional experience)

£11,800 (1-year); £15,400 (with placement)

September/February

2 years

London campus option available; healthcare sector management focus; professional practitioner pathway

PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate in Education)

1 year

£11,800

September

2 years

Apply via UCAS Teacher Training; teacher training across subjects; government-backed QTS pathway

Research Degrees (MPhil/PhD)

2-4 years

£14,700/year

Rolling (flexible)

[PhD: 3 years]

Research-focused; flexible entry throughout year; expanded post-2015 research awarding powers

Foundation Year + Bachelor (International pathway)

4 years total (1 FY + 3 degree)

£12,100/year (both FY and degree)

September

2 years

Preparation pathway for students not meeting direct entry (48 UCAS tariff points minimum); total cost ~£48,400 over 4 years

Popular Study Areas

Education (QTS Pathways)

Education (QTS Pathways)

Healthcare & Nursing

Healthcare & Nursing

Business & Accounting

Business & Accounting

Computing & Technology

Computing & Technology

Creative Arts & Media

Creative Arts & Media

Psychology & Social Sciences

Psychology & Social Sciences

Specialist Programmes

Specialist Programmes

Entry Requirements

Undergraduate:

  • UK Domestic:
    • A-Levels: Generally required (grades vary by course).
    • BTEC: National Diploma (Pass/Distinction).
    • Foundation Year: 48 UCAS tariff points minimum + GCSE Grade C/4 English Language.
  • International (General):
    • IB: 24 points minimum.
    • English: IELTS 6.0 overall (5.5 per component), TOEFL iBT 75, or PTE 59.
  • India-Specific:
    • Standard XII (CBSE/CISCE): 60% overall minimum.
    • State Boards: 65% overall minimum.
    • English: Standard XII 70% (CBSE/CISCE) accepted.

Postgraduate:

  • General:
    • Bachelor's Degree: 3-year degree (50% or CGPA 5.0/10 for 2:2 equivalent).
    • Professional Degree (4-5 year): 50-55% minimum.
    • Competitive Programmes: 55-60% minimum (2:1 equivalent).
  • English: IELTS 6.0 overall (5.5 per component). Research programmes may require 7.0.

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Scholarships at York St John University

International Student Scholarship (Undergraduate)

Applied automatically to tuition fees; non-refundable. NOT available for 1-year top-up courses.

Alumni Scholarship (Postgraduate)

10% reduction on standard tuition fee. Cannot be combined with Progression Scholarship. Excludes certain professional health programmes.

Early Payment Discount (Postgraduate International)

Applied to fees on CAS letter. Only for postgraduate taught courses; NOT for foundation, undergraduat

Chevening Scholarships

Government-funded; limited awards; highly competitive. Sponsored students may not require deposit payment.

PGCE Scholarships & Bursaries (UK)

Government-funded; shortage subjects vary annually. Check Get into Teaching website for current subject eligibility.

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Student Support Services

Academic

 Subject-specific tutoring, Fountains Learning Centre (24/7 study spaces). 

International

Dedicated advisors for visa/immigration, CAS processing, and pre-arrival support.

Careers

Industry guidance, recruitment fairs, and internship coordination.

Wellbeing

Free counselling, mental health support, and disability services (DSA support).

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