About the university
York St John University is a public university in the centre of York, in the north of England. It opened in 1841 as a college for training schoolteachers and became York St John University in 2006. It gained research degree awarding powers in 2015 and opened a London campus in 2018.
Indian students look at York St John mainly for one-year Masters with low fees: most international Masters cost £12,000 for September 2027 entry, and many add an optional Professional Experience year. Computing, data science, AI, project management, public health and healthcare management Masters are taught at the London campus. The MBA runs in both York and London.
York St John says applications from India are accepted only through its approved partner in India, so check the India section of its entry requirements page before applying.
York is a historic, safe and friendly city, and all the University's accommodation sites are within a mile of campus and close to the city centre.
- Founded
- 17 May 1841, as a teacher training college
- University status
- Degree-awarding powers in 2005; York St John University from 1 February 2006
- Type
- Public university
- Campuses
- York (main campus) and London (opened 2018)
- Intakes
- September; many Masters also start in January or February
- International students
- 36% of students (Complete University Guide)
- Student–staff ratio
- 19.3 (Complete University Guide)
Rankings
Complete University Guide 2027
108th of 130 in the UK
Popular courses with Indian students
- Postgraduate
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- Fee / year
- £12,000
- Duration
- 1 year full time; 2 years with Professional Experience
- Intakes
- February; September
- English
- IELTS 6.0 with no skill below 5.5
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £12,000
- Duration
- 1 year full time; 2 years with Professional Experience (London campus)
- Intakes
- February; September
- English
- IELTS 6.0 with no skill below 5.5
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £12,000
- Duration
- 1 year full time; 2 years with Professional Experience (London campus)
- Intakes
- February; September
- English
- IELTS 6.0 with no skill below 5.5
- Postgraduate
AI and Digital Transformation MSc
- Fee / year
- £12,000
- Duration
- 1 year full time; 2 years with Professional Experience (London campus)
- Intakes
- February; September
- English
- IELTS 6.0 with no skill below 5.5
- Postgraduate
Applied AI and Cyber Security MSc
- Fee / year
- £12,000
- Duration
- 1 year full time; 2 years with Professional Experience (London campus)
- Intakes
- February; September
- English
- IELTS 6.0 with no skill below 5.5
- Postgraduate
International Project Management MSc
- Fee / year
- £12,000
- Duration
- 1 year full time; 2 years with Professional Experience (London campus)
- Intakes
- February; September
- English
- IELTS 6.0 with no skill below 5.5
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £12,000
- Duration
- 1 year full time; 2 years with placement year (York campus)
- Intakes
- February; September
- English
- IELTS 6.0 with no skill below 5.5
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £12,000
- Duration
- 1 year full time; 2 years with professional experience (York campus)
- Intakes
- January; September
- English
- IELTS 6.0 with no skill below 5.5
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (GBP) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Business Administration (MBA) | 1 year full time; 2 years with Professional Experience | £12,000 | ≈ ₹14.6 lakh |
| Data Science MSc | 1 year full time; 2 years with Professional Experience (London campus) | £12,000 | ≈ ₹14.6 lakh |
| Computer Science MSc | 1 year full time; 2 years with Professional Experience (London campus) | £12,000 | ≈ ₹14.6 lakh |
| AI and Digital Transformation MSc | 1 year full time; 2 years with Professional Experience (London campus) | £12,000 | ≈ ₹14.6 lakh |
| Applied AI and Cyber Security MSc | 1 year full time; 2 years with Professional Experience (London campus) | £12,000 | ≈ ₹14.6 lakh |
| International Project Management MSc | 1 year full time; 2 years with Professional Experience (London campus) | £12,000 | ≈ ₹14.6 lakh |
| Project Management MSc | 1 year full time; 2 years with placement year (York campus) | £12,000 | ≈ ₹14.6 lakh |
| International Business MSc | 1 year full time; 2 years with professional experience (York campus) | £12,000 | ≈ ₹14.6 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.
Want a course shortlist with fees?Our counsellor will compare courses at York St John University with similar universities in the UK.
Scholarships
- UG
International undergraduate scholarship (York campus)
Value: £1,000 in the first year
Eligibility: International fee-paying students on any undergraduate course at the York campus. Not available on one-year top-up degrees.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - PG
Early payment discount
Value: 5% off tuition
Eligibility: International postgraduate taught students at York and London who pay 95% of the full course fee before enrolment.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - PG
Alumni discount
Value: Reduced postgraduate fees (see the alumni scholarships page)
Eligibility: York St John graduates progressing to a Masters.
Official page (opens in a new tab)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Class 12 (HSC, AISSC, ISC or CBSE) with an aggregate of 60% or higher; BSc Biomedical Science needs 65%.
- A 3 or 4 year diploma from a State Board of Technical Education may also be considered.
- Applications from India are accepted only through the University's approved partner in India.
Postgraduate
- An Indian bachelor's degree with 50% or higher, or a second class degree.
- Some Masters need a degree in a related subject; the MBA also asks for current or recent work experience.
- Deposit of 50% of the first year's tuition (or 50% of the full fee for a 2-year Masters) before the CAS.
Documents
- Valid passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
- Degree certificate and transcripts (postgraduate)
- English test score, or Class 12 English marks for undergraduate entry
- Personal statement
- CV and work experience evidence (MBA)
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.0 overall with no skill below 5.5 for most courses. Some courses ask for more (for example MA TESOL 6.5). |
| PTE Academic | 59 overall with 59 in each skill. |
| TOEFL iBT | 75 overall (Listening 17, Reading 18, Speaking 20, Writing 20). |
| Duolingo | 105 overall (Reading 100; Speaking, Writing and Listening 95). |
| Class 12 English (undergraduate) | AISSC (including English Core, English Communication or Functional English) 60%; CBSE/CISCE 60%; other state boards 65%. |
Accommodation and living costs
First-year undergraduates are guaranteed University-managed or partner accommodation in York if they meet the deadlines. All sites are self-catered and within a mile of campus. Most postgraduates and all London students rent privately; the University publishes a London accommodation guide. Prices below are the current published rates (the pages do not name the academic year).
| Item | In GBP | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Limes Court, standard or large room44-week contract (£5,808 to £6,248 a year) | £132–142per week | ≈ ₹16,104 – ₹17,324 |
| The Grange, rooms37 or 44-week contracts | £132–180per week | ≈ ₹16,104 – ₹21,960 |
| St John Central, en-suite or studio41-week contract (£7,380 to £9,389 a year) | £180–229per week | ≈ ₹21,960 – ₹27,938 |
| University Managed Housing45-week contract (£8,235 to £8,685 a year) | £183–193per week | ≈ ₹22,326 – ₹23,546 |
Campus and location
The main campus is on Lord Mayor's Walk in York, close to the city centre. The London campus, opened in 2018, teaches many of the postgraduate courses popular with international students.
- York campus for undergraduate degrees and several business Masters.
- London campus for computing, data science, AI, project management and health Masters.
- Optional Professional Experience year on many Masters.
- February or January starts on most Masters.
Careers and graduate outcomes
Many Masters include an optional Professional Experience year, and the University offers careers support and work-related learning. The pages we checked publish no graduate outcome figures. See our UK guide for the Graduate Route.
| What | Figure | Source |
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FAQs
How much is a Masters at York St John for Indian students?
Most international Masters cost £12,000 for September 2027 entry (£11,800 for February 2027 entry). Adding the Professional Experience year costs £3,600 more.
Can I apply directly from India?
The University's India entry requirements say applications from India are accepted only through its approved partner in India. Check the page for current details.
Can I use my Class 12 English marks?
For undergraduate entry, yes: 60% in AISSC or CBSE/CISCE English, or 65% from other state boards. Postgraduate applicants should check the course page.
Is there a February intake?
Yes. Most London Masters and the MBA start in February and September. International Business MSc and Human Resource Management MSc start in January and September.
Can I work after graduating?
See our UK country guide for the Graduate Route and work rules during study.
Sources
- York St John: international (opens in a new tab)
- York St John: funding, scholarships and paying tuition fees (opens in a new tab)
- York St John: entry requirements for your country or region (India) (opens in a new tab)
- York St John: English language requirements (opens in a new tab)
- York St John: accommodation for international students (opens in a new tab)
- York St John: Limes Court (opens in a new tab)
- York St John: St John Central (opens in a new tab)
- York St John: The Grange (opens in a new tab)
- York St John: University Managed Housing (opens in a new tab)
- York St John: our history (opens in a new tab)
- York St John: About (opens in a new tab)
- Complete University Guide: York St John University (opens in a new tab)
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