FAQs
If your questions aren't answered here, please
contact International Admissions to get the specific information
you need. E: ysjinternational@yorksj.ac.uk
T: 01904 876896
Q: What undergraduate courses do you offer?
A: York St John University offers a wide
variety of undergraduate
courses. We also offer foundation courses, distance
learning programmes and English language short courses. Please
click here to get all the details on those.
Q: What postgraduate courses do you offer?
A: Our postgraduate
prospectus online details the MA and MSc degree programmes York
St John has on offer.
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Q: How do I apply to study at York St John
University?
A: EU students should apply through
UCAS where you can apply online.
International (non-EU) students can also apply through UCAS or you
can apply directly to York St John. Apply directly means that you
will receive personal guidance and help throughout the admissions
process. Please download an application form and learn
more here.
Q: Can international students study
part-time?
A: No, international students who are from
outside the EU will not usually be able to study part-time. In
order to get a visa and gain entry clearance to study in the UK,
you will have to be enrolled on a full-time course. Individual
circumstances vary, so there may be exceptions.
Q: What are your English language
requirements?
A: Please find out from here.
Q: Do I have to pay a deposit? When do I pay my
fees?
A: International (non-EU) students may have to
pay a deposit; this amount is a part of the total tuition and you
will find out when you apply if you are required to pay a deposit.
The deposit can be paid by bank transfer and instructions will be
sent with the conditional offer letter. The balance due of tuition
fees is paid once you arrive at York St John University and can be
paid up-front or in three instalments throughout the year: one
third on arrival, one third at Christmas, one third at Easter.
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Q: Do you offer scholarships to
international students?
A: Yes, York St John University offers several
scholarship schemes. Please visit our
scholarships webpages.
Q: Do I need a visa to study in
the UK?
A: Whether you require a visa or not to be a
student in the UK depends on your nationality and in some cases,
the duration of your studies. Consult the UK VISAS website to determine if
you require a visa or not.
Q: Can I visit York St John University to have a look
around?
A: Yes, of course! We welcome prospective
students and visitors, and we encourage you to visit us and see if
York St John is right for you. We offer a number of Open Days and Visit
Days throughout the year, but if you can't make those, please
contact our YSJ International to make an appointment for
an individual visit. You can reach us at ysjinternational@yorksj.ac.uk.
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Q: Can I get in touch with students currently
studying at York St John University who are from my
country?
A: Yes! We encourage prospective students to
contact current YSJ students to ask questions and find out if YSJ
is the right place for them. Please contact the International Office
for details.
Q: Where can I find more information on living in
the UK?
A: UKCISA is a great source of
information for international students with advice on everything
from opening a bank account in the UK to looking after your
health.
Also, check out our Pre-Arrival information page for useful
information and resources.
Q: I'm arriving at Manchester airport, how can I get to
York St John?
A: Within Manchester airport there is a train
station where you can get direct trains to York. Click here
for more details on how to get to York. For train times check the
National Rail
Enquiries website.
Q: Can you tell me a little about what there is to do
in York?
A: Whether you are into festivals, bands or
ball-room dancing, you'll find it in the York Press. This local paper with
a website provides information on all events happening in and
around York.
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Q: How easy is it to travel to other places in the UK
from York?
A: York is well linked for convenient
travel north and south. Travelling to Edinburgh takes 2 and a
half hours by train and London takes around 2 hours by train.
As a student you are eligible to buy a "Young Persons Railcard"
that can discount you up to one third off train tickets.
Young Person's
Railcard website. Train timetables and buying tickets online
can be done at The Trainline website.
Q: Do I need medical insurance?
A: If you are coming on a course of six months
or shorter, then you should take out health insurance as you are
not eligible for health care under the National Health Service
(NHS).
If you are coming on a course of longer than six months then you
are eligible for health care under the NHS. However you
should note that prescriptions, dental treatment, eye tests and
glasses are not covered. You can apply for a means tested
exemption certificate that could grant you assistance with your
health costs. When you come to York St John you will register
with our campus medical practice.
Q: Can I work when I am a student in the
UK?
A: That depends on your immigration
status. A stamp or sticker in your passport will tell you if
you are allowed to work or not. Normally students studying in the
UK for less than six months will not be allowed to work. Students
studying in the UK for longer than six months are usually allowed
to work. There are exceptions to this policy. If you have a student
visa and no stamps prohibiting you from work, you may work up to
twenty hours per week during term-time. The staff in the
Careers Deveopment office which
is located in Holgate building can assist you in
finding a part-time job. For more information on working in the UK
please consult the UKCISA website.
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