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Rising through the ranks
In the Sunday Times Good University Guide 2020 league table York St John placed tenth in the country for Teaching Quality and achieved one of the biggest overall rises in the UK, with a 21 place move up the rankings. This follows excellent results in the National Student Survey, with 86 per cent overall student satisfaction rating, placing the university 27th out of 122. York St John also performed exceptionally in the Destinations of Leavers in Higher Education Survey, showing 96.9 per cent of graduates in employment or further study within six months of graduating, residing in 23rd place out of the 153 institutions within the survey.
New University Chancellor announced
Reeta Chakrabarti, esteemed journalist and BBC presenter, is to become York St John University’s Chancellor in March 2020. In 2018 Reeta was made an Honorary Graduate of York St John, receiving a Doctor of Letters (honoris causa) for her inspirational work.
Scholarships
York St John offers competitive international scholarships of up to GBP 1000 for all international fee-paying students who study undergraduate, postgraduate or research courses at the York Campus. Students with conditional offers can apply for the scholarship on the university website. More information on fees and funding can be found on the York St John University website.
Going digital
In order to make the application process easier for international students, the university application system is now fully online and the institution no longer accepts paper applications.
York St John University students given opportunities to support international communities
The university recently signed a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the United Nations Association International Service to help ensure students from all backgrounds and areas have access to education and are effectively supported to reach their potential.
Teaching quality
The 2020 Sunday Times Good University League table, released in September 2019, ranks York St John University number ten in the UK for teaching quality. The university has been awarded bronze level for education by the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF), an award given to institutions that deliver teaching, learning and outcomes for their students that meet "rigorous national quality requirements" for higher education in the UK. York St John University places an emphasis on:
- Excellent teaching across both theoretical and practical modules and courses
- An environment that involves students in the provision of teaching
- A focus on personalised learning for every student, including support for students who are more vulnerable or who face particular challenges.
- Strong student engagement, including commitment to their studies
The university is ranked 3rd in the country for the proportion of staff who hold a formal teaching qualification, many of whom are well known experts in their fields. Furthermore, according to the Research Excellence Framework, 2014, 30 per cent of research at the university was classed as ‘world-leading’ and ‘internationally excellent’.
Students have a say in the teaching at the university, with academic reps chosen from amongst students. Staff and Student Engagement Committees give students the chance to send feedback to Heads of Schools, Subject Directors and other teachers from across the university.
York St John University has performed very well in the latest Destinations of Leavers in Higher Education Survey, which showed that 96.9 per cent of students are in employment or further study within six months of graduating, an outstanding result which represents 23rd place out of the 153 institutions within the survey.
Student safety
According to statistics from the UK’s Home Office, York is the number one city in the region for student safety (Complete University Guide 2017) and is also regularly voted in the top five to ten safest places to live in the UK, in studies that include smaller towns as well as cities.
The university itself, is known for being a safe and friendly place to study. Students have the best of both worlds, being both campus-based yet within an exciting, beautiful city. Whilst the centre of York is alive with culture, history, markets, festivals, events and a thriving social scene, it remains easily accessible and simple to navigate.
For students in particular, regardless of where they may find themselves in the city, they will always be close to home. The campus is in the heart of the city and with many areas on site open 24 hours a day, students have a familiar and friendly place to go no matter the time. International students are guaranteed accommodation in their first year and this accommodation is never more than a 20 minute-walk from the main campus site.
The university also works with the Safer York Partnership, which includes local services, to give students access to an app providing information and support should they have any problems.
Where safety issues might arise, the university has an array of advice and support on all aspects of student health and safety, and the Student Support service is the first place to go should students need help.
Department structure
York St John University is divided into five schools, each offering a different area of specialisation.
School of the Arts
With studios, rehearsal spaces and editing suites, students have the opportunity to study a number of subjects with the benefit of practical spaces to explore their creativity and talent.
School of Education, Language and Psychology
Education is part of the historic core of the university, as it was first established as a teacher training college. This expertise continues today with cutting-edge facilities in this faculty.
The school’s language teaching is based around their workshops and specialist Linguistics Lab. It also offers specialist programmes for international students to improve their English.
With a focus on bringing together theoretical learning and practical experience, psychology courses give students the tools to develop their knowledge in a nurturing environment.
School of Humanities
With an array of creative subjects on offer, the school includes placements and opportunities to network, fostering transferable skills.
School of Science Technology and Health
Combining academic research, clinical excellence and cutting-edge facilities, the school offers a range of subjects that bring together a practical and theoretical approach to learning.
York Business School
The school promotes innovative teaching methods alongside real-world practical experience. The school’s teaching also brings together industry experts with in-depth academic research. A variety of courses are on offer, with an emphasis on industry placements.
Entry requirements
Entrance requirements for international students:
- International Baccalaureate – either a Full Diploma (minimum of 24 points) or Certificate (minimum of 80 points), including two higher level subjects awarded at grade 4 or above.
- An alternative international qualification such as the EBacc or American SAT/ACT is accepted.
- Specific enquiries can be made to the Admissions Team.
For Indian students, the following is accepted:
- International Foundation Programme – Higher Secondary School Certificate
- Undergraduate Degree – Higher Secondary School Certificate – 65 percent or higher
Language Requirements
Most undergraduate, postgraduate and foundation courses require an IELTS score of 6.0, with a minimum score of 5.5 for each component. Notable exceptions include:
- BA (Hons) Media Production: Journalism course which requires a minimum of 7.5 for each component.
- BHSc & MSc in Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy, which require 7.0, with no less than 6.5 for every component.
- Language & Linguistics courses, which demand 6.5, with a minimum of 6.0 for every component.
There is more information available on exceptions and language requirements on the university website.
Progression Pathways
The School for Language and Linguistics offers several progression pathways which give international students a foundation in English Language before undertaking a degree at York St John University. They offer a General English Programme, designed to prepare students for their future degree, with two study options, either less than a term (minimum four weeks) or for a full term (11 weeks) or longer. The Pre-sessional Programme is designed for students planning to undertake undergraduate or postgraduate study at York St John University and the International Foundation Programme is intended for students whose high school qualifications are not accepted for direct entry to an undergraduate degree. On completion of this programme students will be awarded an International Foundation Certificate, universally recognised and accepted at all universities. Students who pass this programme are guaranteed to progress to undergraduate study at York St John.
Scholarships & funding
York St John University offers a range of scholarships, with a number of options particularly relevant to international students.
The university’s main award is an International Scholarship, which includes a GBP 1,000 reduction in fees and is open to all international students (non-EU) for both undergraduate and postgraduate programmes based at the York campus.
York St John is also part of the UK government’s Chevening Scholarship programme, which is a worldwide sponsorship initiative available in over 160 countries, offering emerging leaders a chance to undertake a one-year master’s programme at any UK university.
The university works with several different third party organisations who can offer grants and bursaries in order to help students find the right scholarships for them when applying to York St John University.
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