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4.04.14.01113 Student reviews
Sort:Latest reviewsWe have amazing and understanding lecturers, they understand things happen in life that are not under your control and support you as much as possible, if you have a long break there is a lot to do and the library system is amazing
York St John is an amazing place to study War studies and History, the city is amazing and the lectures are extremely knowledgeable and very approachable. They work hard and are very well established and dedicated to their work. To improve the university could make lectures and seminars closer together but apart from that, they do well in most areas.
I really enjoy the uni life here and the tutors are very helpful on my course.
The area is stunning and the maintenance of the university like the plant life etc is really well kept. The food served is really nice and the staff are very helpful and kind. However living in the area is quite expensive.
The best part of the YSJ experience has to be the lectures, in my course they have never shyed away if you ever need help with anything big or small, in or outside of uni. Would recommend attending for lecturers alone.
Over the last three years I have toughly enjoyed my Student experience, the staff at YSJ are extremely friendly and take the time to get to know all of their students. The student union always has events, opportunities and different societies to enjoy.
18-24 years
First gen student
Mostly nice environment in uni.
Good student life for those that are outgoing but not so much available for the quieter people
The staff and support at the university is amazing, this is such a welcoming and comfortable university.
best - finding new friends and being independent worst - organisation of the course, late lectures
18-24 years
First gen student
The campus is relatively small which makes it accessible. Lecturers get to know students well because of the small class sizes which is beneficial when needing support or future references. Prices of food and drink in the student’s union are not very student friendly considering the cost of living crisis. Sometimes timetables are not very considerate of commuting students with difficult travel times.
18-24 years
First gen student
It's a good place as uni itself is right in the city centre, right near everything, not far away from the station, so it works well in that aspect. But, something I've noticed here is there isn't that many societies. There's a lot, but not a massive variety of them.
18-24 years
First gen student
Lecturers are always supportive and the uni has so many great areas to sit and do work, while also being in the optimal location
very friendly and approachable staff, lots of open resources
it is such a scenic university and it makes me want to go study on campus however there should be more student based events on campus ie less drink based activities to meet different people, and different societies
I love studying at ysj because it feels like a community
I applied through clearing and had never personally visited the uni but I have never been treated any differently by anyone, and I have received so much support from all staff and students alike! I am so glad I chose this uni and it’s in an amazing location! So close to the city centre, providing me with many opportunities through my course such as visiting Merchant Adventurers Hall and parishes within the city. There is nothing so far that I would wish to change! All facilities are great and sell food and drinks at reasonable prices for students too!
I really appreciate ysj for being a part of my dreams University as the professor tutors are so kind
A great place to study, the campus buildings are stunning, the staff are friendly and supportive. I'm so glad I choose this university. Although lately there has been a great intake of students making it harder to use facilities like the library because of overcrowding.
4.4
The uni is in a beautiful location and has a very well presented campus which makes me feel calm and comfortable. The support is huge and so easy to access if you are having a difficult time. The night life within York is not as good as cities like Manchester but the student union make a huge effort to put on events.
The best part is the content and most lecturers really deliver informative and knowledgable lectures. I have only had a handful of assignments as I am in first year but it can feel a little like being thrown in to the deep end sometimes however that is probably natural as university is a big step up.
I have a lovely room with everything I need in it and the location is absolutely perfect I can just walk everywhere. The fire alarm does go off quite often though which can be very disturbing, especially in the middle of the night.