OPEN DAYS 2020 Friday 26 June Sunday 28 June Saturday 19 September Sunday 20 September york.ac.uk/openday uniofyork universityofyork uniofyork york.ac.uk If you would like a large-print copy of this prospectus, or to enquire about other formats, please contact +44 (0)1904 323529 or email [email protected] CONTENTS Choose York 2 Subjects to study Open Days 6 Archaeology 56 City of York 8 Biochemistry 60 Teaching excellence 12 Biology 62 Research excellence 14 Biomedical Sciences 67 Your degree 16 Chemistry 69 Study facilities 18 Computer Science 73 Learning support 20 Economics and Related Studies 77 Career prospects 22 Education 81 Study abroad 26 Electronics and Engineering 84 Our graduates 28 English and Related Literature 92 International students 30 Environment and Geography 97 Our campus 32 History 101 Colleges 34 History of Art 106 Accommodation 36 Language and Linguistic Science 109 Students’ Union 38 (English, French, German, Italian, Spanish) Sports and fitness 40 Law 115 York in pictures 42 Management (including Business) 118 Support and wellbeing 44 Mathematics 123 Student views 46 Medicine 127 How to apply 50 Music 130 Fees, funding and expenses 52 Natural Sciences 133 Nursing and Midwifery 139 Philosophy 142 Philosophy, Politics and Economics 145 Physics 149 Politics (including International Relations, 154 Global Development) Psychology 158 Social Policy and Social Work 160 Social and Political Sciences 164 Sociology (including Criminology) 167 Theatre, Film, Television and Interactive Media 172 Other information Index of courses 176 General index 181 Term dates 182 Getting to the University 183 Campus map inside back cover 1 Choose York THE CHOICE IS YORK Meet our Vice-Chancellor, Professor Charlie Jeffery, who is going to tell you about why York is a great choice for your future. Choosing the university that’s right As part of our Russell Group university, you for you is not an easy decision. will benefit from our world-class research You’re choosing the place you will through exceptional teaching standards and study and live for the next few years cutting-edge facilities. – it’s where you will gain the skills and gather Beyond the classroom you’ll have access to the experiences that will shape your life and 250 different clubs and societies, and countless future career. I hope this prospectus makes your activities and events. decision a little easier. You will also join our unique careers programme I had a similar decision to make in 2019, when that supports you to identify your employability I joined York as Vice-Chancellor. My reasons strengths and develop important skills. You can for choosing York are based on its founding benefit from invaluable experiences at York, principles and how far we have come to which will help you prepare for success in a achieve our world-leading reputation. York was globally competitive workplace. established in 1963 to open up the opportunity to study at university “for people, whatever their I hope you will include York in your future plans, social background, to lead genuinely fuller lives”.* but wherever you go, whatever you do, I urge Giving everyone the chance to succeed is a you to grasp any opportunity that powerful part of our heritage, and that’s just as can make a difference to the world true today as when the University was founded. – because now more than ever, the world needs bright minds like yours. International at the outset, we now have students from over 150 countries, and partnerships with Professor Charlie Jeffery organisations across the globe. We welcome you Vice-Chancellor and President to join our diverse population and take advantage of these global opportunities. *Lord James, the first Vice-Chancellor of the University of York, 1963 2 york.ac.uk 3 Choose York A WORLD-LEADING UNIVERSITY At York you’ll be inspired by brilliant minds, discover exciting new activities and develop your ambitions in a friendly, supportive environment. 4 york.ac.uk Experience consistently outstanding teaching, GET A recognised by our Gold Teaching Excellence GOLD-STANDARD Framework (TEF) award. EDUCATION Pages 12–13 THRIVE IN Take the opportunity to study, work or A GLOBAL volunteer abroad. COMMUNITY Pages 26–27 Join a university where 94 per cent of our PREPARE students are in employment or further study FOR YOUR six months after graduating.* FUTURE Pages 22–25 Benefit from our £500m investment in new STUDY IN student accommodation and state-of-the- OUTSTANDING art facilities. SPACES Pages 18–19 Make friends through our college system FEEL which provides an instant social life and a AT secure, supportive environment. HOME Pages 34–35 EXPLORE Discover our thriving contemporary city OUR CITY OF renowned for its rich history. CONTRASTS Pages 8–11 *Destination of Leavers from Higher Education Survey 2016/17 (HESA), UK/EU graduates 5 Open Days COME AND MEET US Get to know us better and explore our beautiful campus. Open Days Enjoy a packed programme of talks and tours, meet staff and students, attend mini-lectures and take a tour of campus facilities and accommodation. Other ways to meet us You could take a student-guided tour or visit us with your school or college. We also go to study fairs around the UK and in countries all over the world. Explore our full range of events at york.ac.uk/meet-us. OPEN DAYS 2020 Friday 26 June Sunday 28 June Saturday 19 September Sunday 20 September FIND OUT MORE Open Days york.ac.uk/openday [email protected] +44 (0)1904 323529 6 york.ac.uk The Open Day was a fantastic opportunity for me to explore the beautiful campus I would be studying in. I got to talk to some current students about what makes student life at York special. I was also introduced to the exciting Computer Science society, HackSoc! Toprak, BEng Computer Science 7 City of York 8 york.ac.uk YORK: A CITY OF CONTRASTS Our idyllic campus is within walking distance of the impressive city centre and its amenities, so you can enjoy the best of both worlds. York is a contemporary, student- When you need a bite to eat, the friendly city, renowned for its city boasts a thriving street food rich history and heritage. With a scene, high quality restaurants population of 200,000, it’s a and quirky coffee shops. buzzing city, that's small enough to cycle and walk around. Festivals: citywide culture and national celebrations Nightlife: creative hotspots With a major event happening and impressive venues every month, there is always From bustling pubs to popular clubs, something unique and exciting to York has a lively nightlife. There is an discover in York. The diverse range eclectic mix of venues showcasing of celebrations on offer includes aspiring musicians and established JORVIK Viking Festival, Aesthetica acts. Theatre-goers can enjoy Film Festival and York Festival of productions at York Theatre Royal or Ideas. Whatever your interests, the Grand Opera House, while film you’ll find plenty of entertaining fans will love our array of cinemas cultural events to enjoy. across the city. Shopping and eating: high street favourites and cosy cafés York offers some of the most FIND OUT MORE distinctive and stylish shopping York city guide in the UK. Major retail chains and independent stores share york.ac.uk/city York’s iconic medieval streets. 9 City of York What stands out to me about York is the variety of independent and quirky places to shop, eat and drink. It’s very easy to stick to the usual chains that you’re familiar with, but you’d be missing out if you didn’t experience the unique places that York has to offer. TARA’S TOP Tara, BSc Psychology 5 TIPS FOR EXPLORING YORK 10 york.ac.uk The student view Visit York Minster The cathedral is such an iconic structure, providing some wonderful photo opportunities. Certainly not one to miss since entry is free with your student card. Meander down the Shambles You could spend hours browsing the interesting shops you’ll find on this quaint, cobbled street, which attracts visitors from all over the world. Walk the city walls This is a great way to see the city from a different perspective and you’ll discover little coffee shops and cafés dotted along the way. Try independent eateries York has a diverse range of places to eat and drink and you’ll soon find your personal favourites with your flatmates or course friends. York’s Chocolate Story One for when the family visit: this interactive experience details the history of chocolate in York and includes tasty samples. FIND OUT MORE Student blogs blogs.york.ac.uk/student-voices 11 Teaching excellence GOLD STANDARD Our distinctive approach to teaching and learning will challenge you to think independently and encourage you to grow and excel in a supportive environment. Our commitment to offering you consistently outstanding teaching, learning and outcomes has earned us a Gold Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) award from the Office for Students, who said that York provides: ▪ outstanding academic support that enables all students to progress and succeed in their studies ▪ a research-strong environment that engages and provides the most outstanding levels of stretch for students in their learning ▪ excellent provision of careers support and development of employability skills to ensure very good employment and further study outcomes. Students from all backgrounds 1st achieve consistently in the Russell Group outstanding outcomes. for ‘Overall student satisfaction’** The TEF Panel, National Student Survey Office for Students, June 2018 2019 **Out of the 22 Russell Group institutions rated in the National Student Survey 2019 12 york.ac.uk Using social media I share photos and videos to contextualise chemistry taught in class to everyday life, demonstrate key lab skills and provide students with a bird’s-eye view of my research.