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University of York

1,473 University of York reviews

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  • University of York
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Izzy
1 review
FIRST YEAR

Politics and International Relations

University rating (3)

Best wise: The staff & students are mostly welcoming and make you feel at ease when you first move in. Additionally, there is plenty of space to wind down and either do some studying or just relaxing in your own peace. Worst aspects: There is not as much ethnic diversity as to what I am used to (I'm originally from London) so it's been hard connecting to people and making conversations with others, as they usually gravitate to people who are from their background. Moreover, there is a heavy drinking culture here (It's not that I'm sober 24/7 but some people make drinking their whole personality trait which can be boring honestly) so it's hard just meeting chill people. But it's not that bad overall, it's only 3 years (which goes by pretty fast & I'm sure I'll find my people soon haha)

Reviewed: 27 February 2023
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Mirren King
1 review
FIRST YEAR

Law and Criminology LLB (Hons)

University rating (4)

Great places to study, clean and very safe campus

Reviewed: 16 February 2023
VW
Violet Wingfield
1 review
FIRST YEAR

Human Geography and Environment BA (Hons)

University rating (4)

Prevalence green space and wildlife

Reviewed: 07 February 2023
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Jolie
1 review
FIRST YEAR

Human Geography and Environment BA (Hons)

University rating (4)

There are plenty of facilities available, although food and drinks could be cheaper

Reviewed: 07 February 2023
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Elliott Noble
1 review
FIRST YEAR
University rating (5)

Archie

Reviewed: 07 February 2023
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I
1 review
THIRD YEAR

Mathematics/Physics (Equal) BSc (Hons)

University rating (4)

Some fantastic modules & teaching staff; some incredibly tedious modules (mostly the compulsory ones) with very dry lecturers who don’t provide sufficient support. Also, the university campus is nice in some areas but very run down & disappointing in others.

Reviewed: 07 February 2023
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Helena Alexander
1 review
THIRD YEAR

Politics with International Relations BA (Hons)

University rating (5)

I was in first year during covid and the university made sure to put on as many activities as possible which made it very welcoming for a fresher. The campus is a great place to socialise and study, love all the different cafes and bars

Reviewed: 07 February 2023
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E
1 review
THIRD YEAR

English/History (Equal) BA (Hons)

University rating (3)

Overall support could be improved. The joint honours course is particularly lacking

Reviewed: 07 February 2023
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Lucy Walsh
1 review
FOURTH YEAR+
University rating (3)

Students aren't listened too, mental health services are appalling and there aren't enough study spaces.

Reviewed: 07 February 2023
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Coren Challis
1 review
FOURTH YEAR+

History BA (Hons)

University rating (5)

n/a

Reviewed: 07 February 2023
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