York

Universities in York

University of York, a member of the Russell Group, features two main adjacent sites: Campus West, set around a large central lake, and the newer Campus East development. Located about two miles southeast of the city centre, it covers sciences, arts, humanities, and social sciences. Find student accommodation close to campus on Hallbookers.

York St John University has its main campus situated just north of York’s historic city walls. It is a compact, urban campus covering education, health, arts, humanities, business, and technology. Find student accommodation close to campus on Hallbookers.

Where do students live in York

Tang Hall and Hull Road are highly popular residential areas for University of York students due to their position between the main campuses and the city centre, offering a high density of private shared housing. For York St John students, the areas of Groves and Haxby Road, located just north of the city walls, are the most convenient and common choices. First-year and international students often opt for PBSA (Purpose-Built Student Accommodation) situated in the city centre and around Lawrence Street, providing easy access to both institutions.

Getting around York

York is a compact and flat city, making cycling and walking the primary modes of transport for most students. Regular bus routes, including dedicated student services, connect the University of York campuses directly with the city centre. York railway station is a major hub on the East Coast Main Line, offering direct train services to Leeds in around 20 minutes, Manchester in 1 hour 15 minutes, and London King’s Cross in under 2 hours.

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