York St John University

York St John University has been changing the lives of its students since 1841, when it was established as York Teacher Training School, making it one of the UK’s oldest institutions.

It has an award-winning, eleven-acre campus situated in the centre of York, boasting state-of-the-art facilities following an investment of more than £46 million since 2011.  

Here are just some of the reasons to start your Postgraduate study at York St John University:

• Our first-class reputation. They are first in the UK for overall student satisfaction in Postgraduate study (PRES 2018).
   
• Living the good life. York was named the best place to live in Britain (2018) by The Sunday Times. 
   
• Research that matters. Their research has a positive impact on peoples' lives by tackling real issues and finding innovative solutions.
   
• Flexible and tailored learning. Education is for everybody. That’s why their Postgraduate courses are accessible to everyone, whatever your circumstances. They also know that everyone learns differently, so they treat you individually and tailor your learning to support you in achieving your personal goals.
   
• Part of the community. They are proud to give back to our local community – whether that’s working with local sports teams or delivering theatre workshops in prisons.

In a world that is changing fast, how ready do you feel for what comes next? York St John can help you be future-ready. Those with a Postgraduate qualification will earn an average of £6,000 a year more than those with only an Undergraduate degree* and they give you the support and opportunities to explore what comes after your Postgraduate degree.

Every person's career path is unique and the dedicated LaunchPad Team are here to help you kick-start your career. By offering everything from LinkedIn and CV sessions to a tailored employability journey for every student they can help you to achieve your ambitions.

The Team understand how the workplace is changing and create initiatives to meet your needs. The Grad2Director programme offers online development, expert one-to-one coaching and business start-up funding so that you can launch your own business, as many recent graduates have.

This support doesn't stop when you graduate, as a York St John University Alumni, you can always access career support from the LaunchPad Team.

*Department For Education Graduate Labour Market Report 2017

The academics who deliver Taught Postgraduate courses are invested in your future and dedicated to helping you to achieve your ambitions. They'll get to know you as an individual and help you to make the most of everything the course offers, guiding you as you explore your subject, discover what interests you most and guide you to unlock your potential.

They know that Postgraduate students often have jobs, young families or other commitments to juggle alongside their study. That's why the majority of their Taught Postgraduate Degrees can be studied flexibly, part-time over two years. Even as a full-time student, a lot of Postgraduate teaching takes place on evenings and you may only be on campus a few times a week. Some Postgraduate courses run exclusively on weekends and evenings, making them ideal to study alongside full-time work.

A space to socialise, relax, and make change happen, our Students' Union (SU) is run by students for you. They have a full-time officer within the SU who is dedicated to representing the Postgraduate community. They ensure that the Postgraduate student voice is always heard and considered by focusing on issues which may affect you and liaising with the Presidents and other faculty members.

The SU building is the central hub of campus life. Refurbished in 2016, It houses a cosy cafe and a beautiful bar, where you can relax with friends and meet new people.  

The SU has a commitment to communication and as such, provides opportunities throughout the year to provide feedback and open space events where you can have your say.

It's important to love where you live, that's why the university helps you find the right accommodation for you whilst studying for your Postgraduate degree.

The majority of their Postgraduate students choose to live in privately rented accommodation whilst they study. They ensure all students have access to a high standard of accommodation, and are treated fairly by their landlords, by partaking in YorProperty, the local council's voluntary landlord accreditation scheme.

University accommodation includes studio apartments and shared flats or houses. They're all within a 20-minute walk of campus, have WiFi access and 60% are en-suite. Whilst most accommodation is rented by Undergraduate students, you can also apply for a place. Please be aware that they cannot guarantee that you would be sharing exclusively with Postgraduate students.

The city-centre campus combines heritage with advancement. Victorian architecture meets the latest technology, helping you to push the realms of what's possible. From their 57-acre Sports Park, located just 15 minutes from the main campus, to the state-of-the-art learning rooms, they've invested over £40 million in their campus over the last five years to bring you the perfect environment to study, relax and take on the big ideas and challenges which are shaping the future. 

They understand the specific challenges of Postgraduate study and are therefore proud to offer a dedicated Graduate Centre which provides specialised study space for you to focus on your studies in addition to their Learning Centre, which is open 24 hours a day. 

Voted best place to live in Britain in 2018 by The Sunday Times, York is a beautiful, historic city, with plenty to offer the students who call it home.

There are a whole host of activities for you to enjoy – whether it’s shopping with your new friends on the oldest street in Europe, expanding your knowledge at one of over 10 museums in the city, enjoying a film at a local, independent cinema, or watching a show at one of York’s magnificent theatres.

York is home to a wide range of annual festivals, including the Great Yorkshire Fringe Comedy Festival, the Aesthetica Short Film Festival, the York Literature Festival, York Chocolate Festival and the JORVIK Viking Festival.

I think it’s safe to say you’ll never be bored in York. But if you fancy exploring further afield then the North Yorkshire countryside, with its areas of outstanding natural beauty are not too far away. And with direct trains to Leeds, London, Manchester and Edinburgh – there’s plenty on offer if you fancy a weekend away.

There are over 60 clubs and societies for students to get involved with and meet like-minded people at York St John, and all are open to Postgraduate students.

From course-based groups to sports clubs and societies covering everything from mental health awareness to historical re-enactment or feminism – there is something to suit all interests, hobbies, cultures and faiths. And if you can’t find one you like; you’ll receive support in starting your own.

York St John are dedicated to helping equip their students with the tools they need to prosper - both academically and personally.

Academically, students are supported in their development through one-to-one tuition, weekly ‘Study for Success’ workshops and self-help resources.

The university also offers a number of services to support the wellbeing of its students:

• An onsite Wellbeing Team with psychological professionals who provide free, confidential counselling, mental health support and welfare advice.
• 24/7 support through the online community Big White Wall – a safe space to talk about the issues you are going through and get support - which is always moderated by psychological professionals.
• A chaplaincy service, offering spiritual care to students from all beliefs and of no faith. Students can find a non-judgemental l and confidential listening ear whenever they need to talk.
• A dedicated Disability Advice Team offer tailored support to those who need it.

Above all, York St John University is an inclusive environment – a community where all students can achieve their personal and academic goal, no matter who they are.  

Postgraduate Taught Degrees

Full Time

The York St John University tuition fee for the 2018 entry to Postgraduate Taught MA/MSc degrees is £6,000 per year for UK/EU, Jersey, Guernsey and Isle of Man students.

However, some courses are offered at £4,000 per year. Please visit the York St John University website for more specific fee information.

Part Time

Students studying Postgraduate Taught MA/MSc degrees part-time, will be charged per annum of their study pro-rata based on the full time price of £6,000 for UK/EU, Jersey, Guernsey and Isle of Man students.

Postgraduate Research Degree Fees 

Full-time

The York St John University tuition fee for the 2018 entry to Postgraduate Research degrees is £4,250 per year for UK/EU, Jersey, Guernsey and Isle of Man students.

Part-time

Students studying Postgraduate PhD/MPhil/Masters by Research degrees part time, will be charged £2,125 per annum for UK/EU, Jersey, Guernsey and Isle of Man students.

There are some exceptions to the above. Please visit the York St John University website for more specific fee information.

Whatever you are studying, there are likely to be research councils, charities or societies you can apply to for funding. these grants are competitive, but it is worth finding out if you may be eligible for any of them. Find out more about these sources of income on their website.

York St John are first in the UK for overall student satisfaction in Postgraduate study (PRES 2018) and is one of only two universities in the UK to be awarded the Social Enterprise Gold Mark for business excellence.

They were also awarded Bronze in the Teaching Excellence Framework – in recognition of the good levels of student engagement, their culture of personalised learning and the long-term employability of students.

At York St John, they pride themselves on creating research that makes a real impact on everyday life and finding answers to the world’s biggest questions. Their inspiring academics are at the forefront of hugely significant research including research in to forensic mental health; domestic violence, dementia assessment and rehabilitation and environmental risk in Africa.

Most of the University’s Postgraduate Taught Degrees require you to hold an Undergraduate Degree in a related area, with a classification of 2:2 (or equivalent) or higher.

However there are some exceptions to this and some courses have additional criteria you must meet. For detailed entry requirements please visit the Postgraduate course pages of the University’s website

For more information on the full range of courses available to study at York St John University.

If you want to make a positive impact on the work through your research, have an idea for a new project and the passion and dedication to explore it in depth, York St John want to work with you.

Their research degrees give you the chance to find your specialism and establish yourself as an expert in your field. You'll gain teaching experience whilst you study, increase your skills through the Research Skills Development Programme and Writing Retreats and engage in their culture of collaborative working at their multi-disciplinary Graduate Centre. 

You'll leave with a highly respected qualification, a wealth of impressive experience and a life-long connection to the University.

York St John University offers a range of Postgraduate options available for students wishing to continue their studies.

There is the option to undertake a taught Postgraduate degree – which has a similar structure to an Undergraduate degree – seeing you attend lectures, seminars and tutorials whilst being assessed regularly.

There is also the option to go down the research route, where you’ll be able to take charge of your own studies (with guidance from a supervisor throughout), choosing a topic to learn about in-depth. There are no exams or essays involved but instead students hand in a thesis at the end of their programme.

Research students at the University benefit from relevant training and access to research networks, as well as access to the Graduate Centre, which has everything from meeting room facilities to flexible workspace and telephone access.

Tuition fees for UK students on a taught degree are £6,000, while research students pay £4,350. International students on a taught degree or research degree pay £12,500.