Student voices

Choosing to study in York was an easy decision for me, the place itself is a perfect blend of vibrant, exciting city life alongside historic charm. One of the things I love about York St John is the community feel. From the moment you arrive on campus, the University really helps you feel at home, through the amazing support services, social events in the Students' Union, sports and societies, and of course support from your lecturers too.

Bethany | Primary Education

What makes York St John special is its location in the city centre, the close communication with lecturers, the wide variety of support available, and the focus on creative learning. This combination truly creates a welcoming and practical learning environment.

Maximilian | Business Management

For me, the most unique aspect of York St John is the community. It is a relatively small university and campus, which definitely contributes to the close knit, comfortable feeling I have always felt while studying here. All the staff are in your corner, supporting you every step of the way. It is obvious that they love their jobs and really value what they are teaching, which makes the whole process so much more enjoyable.

Amelie | Creative Writing and English Literature

I chose York St John because of the homely and community feel that I got when I visited on an Open Day. I felt so much more confident in the application process, knowing that I was moving to a place where everyone seemed happy to help. I decided to live away from home and so good transport links were essential for me. There are plenty of buses and trains around to make home feel a little closer if needed.

Naomh | Psychology with Child Development

I was drawn to the Psychology course first. This is because of the diverse range of modules, which let you learn about various areas of the subject. I loved the warm welcome when visiting.

Ann-Marie | Psychology with Counselling

I chose York St John because it was close to home, but far enough away, so I could still experience independence and live away from home. It was the amount of support for students that helped me choose York St John, such as disability support and scholarships plus the fact we have access to a therapy dog. There’s also opportunities for jobs such as becoming a student ambassador and peer mentor, as well as volunteering opportunities such as becoming a course rep.

Becca | Children, Young People and Society

There were so many different reasons why I chose to come to York St John. I initially looked into coming here because I'd heard such good things about the Primary Education course, which is the degree I'm currently on. After looking into it, I made the decision to come to an Open Day. After visiting, I got a real feel for the University as it felt like a great community where you're a person and not just a number. All of the staff I met on campus were lovely and really helpful, and all the students seemed to be loving their time here. That's when I realised that it was the place for me.

Poppy | Primary Education

I was looking at the convenience of the location. The University being located very close to the city centre with close access to bus and train routes, with its accommodation sites nearby to campus, all made it a very practical choice.

Lihini | MBA