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University of York

York, United Kingdom · Public · Est. 1963

Updated 28 Oct 2026

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Established

1963

Type

Public

Location

York, United Kingdom

QS World University Rankings 2027

=158 in the world

About the university

The University of York opened in 1963 with 230 students and is now a research-intensive member of the Russell Group, with more than 20,000 students. Students live in colleges such as Halifax, Vanbrugh and Wentworth Graduate College on its campus.

York is known for computer science (including safety-critical systems and AI), economics, health sciences and its management school. It ranks =158 in the QS World University Rankings 2027 and 20th in the Complete University Guide 2027.

For Indian students the big draw is value: most one-year master's courses on this page cost £32,900 to £34,500, and York International Masters Scholarships give Indian students £8,000 automatically for 2027 entry. York is also opening a campus in Mumbai from the 2027/28 academic year.

York is a historic cathedral city in North Yorkshire. It is smaller and quieter than London or Manchester.

Founded
1963, when it opened with 230 students
Type
Public research university and member of the Russell Group
Total students
More than 20,000 students and 5,000 staff
International students
24% of students come from outside the UK, from over 140 countries
Campuses
Campus West and Campus East in York, plus a new campus in Mumbai taking students from 2027/28
Intake
September for the taught master's and bachelor's courses on this page

Rankings

  • QS World University Rankings 2027

    =158 in the world

  • THE World University Rankings (as quoted by York) 2027

    =168 in the world

  • Complete University Guide (UK) 2027

    20th of 130 UK universities

  • The Sunday Times Good University Guide (UK, as quoted by York) 2027

    =18th in the UK

Popular courses with Indian students

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Fees for international students

Course fees
CourseDurationFee / year (GBP)Approx. in rupees
Artificial Intelligence (MSc)1 year (full time)£33,900≈ ₹41.4 lakh
Advanced Computer Science (MSc)1 year (full time)£33,900≈ ₹41.4 lakh
Data Science (Artificial Intelligence and Statistics) (MSc)1 year (full time)£33,900≈ ₹41.4 lakh
Management (MSc)1 year (full time)£32,900≈ ₹40.1 lakh
Cyber Security (MSc)1 year (full time)£33,900≈ ₹41.4 lakh
Engineering Management (MSc)1 year (full time)£33,900≈ ₹41.4 lakh
Finance (MSc)1 year (full time)£34,500≈ ₹42.1 lakh
International Business (MSc)1 year (full time)£32,900≈ ₹40.1 lakh

Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.

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Scholarships

  • Full-time taught master's starting September 2027

    York International Masters Scholarship

    Value: £8,000 a year for students from India

    Eligibility: Overseas-fee students domiciled in or nationals of India (and other listed countries) who hold an offer or have applied by 31 August 2027. Awarded automatically; no separate application.

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  • Taught master's, 2027/28

    International Masters Achievement Scholarship

    Value: Up to £10,000 off the first year's tuition

    Eligibility: Overseas-fee students holding an offer by 28 August 2027. All eligible offer holders are considered automatically; not open to fully sponsored students.

    Official page (opens in a new tab)
  • Undergraduate, 2027/28

    York International Undergraduate Scholarship

    Value: £5,000 a year

    Eligibility: Overseas-fee students from India and other listed countries holding an offer by 1 July 2027.

    Official page (opens in a new tab)
  • Undergraduate, 2027/28

    International Undergraduate Achievement Scholarship

    Value: Up to £10,000 off the first year's tuition

    Eligibility: Overseas-fee undergraduate offer holders by 1 July 2027, considered automatically.

    Official page (opens in a new tab)
  • Taught master's

    York Graduate Loyalty Discount

    Value: 10% off tuition fees

    Eligibility: Graduates of a University of York (or University of Hull) undergraduate degree applying to an eligible 2027/28 master's course.

    Official page (opens in a new tab)

Admission requirements

Undergraduate

  • India Standard XII (CBSE and CISCE): minimum 75% to 85% overall from the best four subjects, depending on the course.
  • India Standard XII (other state boards): minimum 75% to 85% overall from the best five subjects.
  • Typical A level offers for comparison: AAA for Computer Science, AAB for Business and Management and Economics.
  • Apply through UCAS for a September 2027 start.

Postgraduate

  • Most master's courses on this page ask for a UK 2:2 or equivalent; some ask for a related subject (computer science, maths or engineering).
  • York treats 60% from an Indian university as comparable to a UK 2:1 and 50% as comparable to a 2:2.
  • York takes stricter marking into account for some universities: for example it usually accepts 55% or higher from the University of Delhi.
  • Pre-sessional English courses are available if you do not yet meet the English requirement.

Documents

  • Valid passport
  • Degree certificate and transcripts (or Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets for bachelor's applicants)
  • English test score, or Standard XII English marks if you qualify for the waiver
  • Personal statement
  • References

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English language requirements

English requirements
Test or routeTypical requirement
IELTS Academic6.5 with 6.0 in each component for most courses on this page; 6.0 with 5.5 in each component for Engineering Management and Engineering Project Management.
PTE Academic60 with 52 in Listening, 53 in Reading, 65 in Speaking and 59 in Writing for most courses on this page (52 overall for the two engineering management courses).
TOEFL iBT4.5 overall with 5 in Listening and 4.5 in each other component (new-scale test) for most master's courses.
Duolingo120 overall with at least 105 in each component for most master's courses.
Standard XII English75% or above in Standard XII English from CBSE, ICSE and several state boards (including Maharashtra, Kerala, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu), taken in the last seven years. Medium of instruction letters are not accepted.

Accommodation and living costs

York runs college accommodation on Campus West and Campus East with bills included in the rent. Postgraduates usually take a 51-week let. Prices below are York's 2026/27 rents, the latest published.

Accommodation and living costs
ItemIn GBPApprox. in rupees
Postgraduate shared-bathroom room, Halifax College (51 weeks)£9,486 for the let£186per week≈ ₹22,692
Postgraduate en suite, Wentworth Graduate College or Halifax (51 weeks)£10,506 for the let£206per week≈ ₹25,132
Postgraduate large en suite (51 weeks)£11,424 for the let£224per week≈ ₹27,328
Undergraduate college rooms (38 to 44 weeks)From a shared-bathroom self-catered room to a catered en suite£149–269per week≈ ₹18,178 – ₹32,818

Campus and location

York's campus in the city is split into Campus West and Campus East, with college accommodation on both.

  • Colleges such as Halifax, Vanbrugh and Wentworth Graduate College provide accommodation and a social base.
  • Postgraduate rooms are mainly on Campus West, with bills included in the rent.
  • A new University of York campus in Mumbai welcomes undergraduate and postgraduate students from the 2027/28 academic year, awarding the same York degree.

Careers and graduate outcomes

York has a central careers and placements service, and many courses include projects with industry. For post-study work options in the UK, see our UK guide.

Graduate outcomes
WhatFigureSource
Research ranking in the THE ranking of REF 2021Joint 10th in the UKUniversity of York Rankings page
Subjects in the UK top 1012 subjectsComplete University Guide 2027 (quoted by York)

Studying in the UK

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FAQs

How much is a master's at York?

For 2027/28, most management master's on this page cost £32,900, computing and engineering master's cost £33,900, and finance master's cost £34,500 for international students.

Do Indian students get a scholarship automatically?

Yes. For 2027 entry, the York International Masters Scholarship gives students from India £8,000 a year on full-time taught master's courses. You need an offer (or to have applied) by 31 August 2027.

What percentage do I need from an Indian university?

York treats 60% as comparable to a UK 2:1 and 50% as comparable to a 2:2. Most master's on this page ask for a 2:2, so around 50% may meet the academic requirement, depending on the course.

Can I use my Class 12 English marks instead of IELTS?

York accepts 75% or above in Standard XII English from CBSE, ICSE and several state boards, if taken in the last seven years. A medium of instruction letter is not accepted.

Does York have a campus in India?

Yes. York's Mumbai campus takes undergraduate and postgraduate students from the 2027/28 academic year, and students there earn the same York degree. Fees and courses differ from the York campus.

Sources

  1. University of York: Artificial Intelligence MSc (2027 entry) (opens in a new tab)
  2. University of York: Management MSc (2027 entry) (opens in a new tab)
  3. University of York: taught master's course list (opens in a new tab)
  4. University of York: India country page (opens in a new tab)
  5. University of York: York International Masters Scholarship (opens in a new tab)
  6. University of York: International Masters Achievement Scholarship (opens in a new tab)
  7. University of York: postgraduate accommodation (opens in a new tab)
  8. University of York: colleges, rooms and prices (opens in a new tab)
  9. University of York: rankings (opens in a new tab)
  10. University of York: about the university (opens in a new tab)
  11. University of York Mumbai campus (opens in a new tab)
  12. Complete University Guide 2027 league table (opens in a new tab)

Official website: www.york.ac.uk (opens in a new tab)

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