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Join The Student Room TodayBe part of the UK's largest and fastest growing student community. It's free to join and a lot of fun - Get inspired, express your ideas, interact and share York St John UniversityFrom The Student RoomTSR Wiki > University > Choosing a University > University Guides > York St John University  York St John is a University of Higher Education with an Anglican foundation offering degree programmes at undergraduate and postgraduate level. The origins of York St John can be traced back to the diocesan teacher training college, St Johns College, founded in York in 1841. It developed through a merger with the women's teacher training college in Ripon in 1975 to form the College of Ripon and York St John. In 2001, following a wide ranging strategic review, York St John withdrew from its site in Ripon to consolidate and further develop its provision on it site at Lord Mayor's Walk in York. York St John received approval from the Privy Council of the United Kingdom to become a University College and later adopted the full title of York St John University as of 1 October 2006. The name change came after York St John was granted Taught Degree Awarding Powers in September of 2005 and full Univeristy Status in August 2006. The University itself is situated just out side York city centre with the main campus being across the road from the ancient city walls. Accommodation is available on and off campus. Our off campus accommodation is situated within very easy walking distance of both the campus and the city centre. Learning & Teaching ResourcesFountains Learning CentreThis three-storey state-of-the-art learning centre houses resources of all kinds, including books, journals, media materials, archives and IT. There are also teaching rooms fitted out with PCs, facilities to connect laptops, plus rooms for group work and silent study areas for quiet reading. So whether you need to get down to some hard work with textbooks, surf the net for background information, or get together for a group discussion, the learning centre has facilities for all. It houses: The Library The Library currently stocks around 175,000 books and provides access to over 2,000 periodicals most of which are available electronically. There are also collections of audio-visual material such as DVDs and videos and access to a wide range of electronic information sources, including a growing collection of electronic books. You can expect the Library to resource all listed learning requirements, usually with multiple copies of books available. Other services include an inter-library loan service for specialist items we don’t hold, links to other York libraries, full text of newspapers through the Internet, and access to numerous bibliographical and reference databases. An enquiry service for all users and resources guides to individual subject areas are also available. The library is a member of the reciprocal UK Libraries Plus scheme which allows students access and, in some cases borrowing privileges, at other Higher Education libraries. The British Library Document Supply with its vast collections is nearby at Boston Spa and can be accessed through its public reading room. IT Services Hundreds of PCs are available for teaching and/or open access use, providing a very healthy student-to-PC ratio, with 24-hour access in the learning centre. Microsoft Office is used across campus and a wide variety of hardware is also available,including scanners, DVDs, CD-ROMs, laser printers and media editing suites. You will also have fast, reliable and free Internet access. Audio visual equipment is available for photographic projects, field studies and audio or video recordings
Teaching ResourcesThe Language Resource Centre The Language Resource Centre is part of a national network to support the National Languages Strategy. It houses a large collection of materials to support language learning. An IT room is equipped as a Divace interactive language laboratory; satellite TV is also installed. The David Hope RE Centre in York The David Hope RE Centre in York is one of the major religious education resource centres in the UK. The Centre promotes quality in religious education through the provision of a variety of resources to individuals and groups. Yorkshire Film Archive The Yorkshire Film Archive is the publicly recognised moving image archive for the region. As an independent charity, the archive’s remit is to collect, preserve and make accessible the moving image heritage of Yorkshire. It holds approximately 10,000 films, with the earliest dating from 1897. Health & sports facilities The Foss Building houses new sports performance area, complete with climbing wall and facilities for basketball, netball, badminton, indoor football, cricket and volleyball. It also contains laboratories for physiology, biomechanics (with a Kissler Force Platform), psychology, physiotherapy and a fitness suite. Please see page 96 for more information about our sports facilities. Art & design studios The Art Block and the Design Centre include spacious studios and workshops, with access to technical support and IT and multimedia resources.
Located around the quadrangle at the heart of York St John, the performance spaces include two dedicated TV studios, digital non-linear edit suites, PCS kits, digital imaging equipment and equipment for sound manipulation. Yorkshire Television and Tyne Tees Television have established a joint newsroom on campus. There are also facilities available for set design and construction and prop and costume making. Dance studios are in this area, with the music block and practice rooms nearby. Collaborating for Creativity (C4C) Students at York St John will benefit from new government investment of over £4 million in C4C: Collaborating for Creativity , York St John’s dynamic new Centre for Excellence in Teaching and Learning (CETL). C4C aims to offer students an exciting range of opportunities, which build on existing excellent York St John University practice in teaching and learning. C4C crosses all four of our faculties, encouraging creative learning and imaginative exploration in a wide range of subject areas, including partnerships with national and regional organisations such as the Royal Literary Fund, the Hull-York Medical School and Yorkshire Museums and Art Galleries. Through C4C, you can get involved with various projects working with partners outside York St John. Recent projects include performances outside York Minster for the 2006 York Guild Mystery Plays, graduates designing elements of the new C4C building, students writing for a new York St John creative writing publication The Word. A brand new C4C Centre, which has just opened on campus, provides facilities for students, staff, and creative partners to work together. A completely renovated Victorian Gothic chapel and a modern foyer complex house a Showcase Studio with state-of-the-art lighting, sound performance and exhibition facilities; workshops for collaborative learning; reception area, meeting rooms, and a new media workshop. More information can be found at www.c4ccetl.ac.uk Assessment & Learning in Practice Settings (ALPS) Assessment and Learning in Practice Settings (ALPS) is a collaborative programme between five Higher Education Institutions including York St John University, with proven reputations for excellence in learning and teaching in health and social care. ALPS aim is to ensure that students graduating from courses in health and social care are fully equipped to enter the world of work. We’ll achieve this by extending excellence and innovation in assessing practice, helping students learn both within their professions and across professional boundaries. ALPS will raise the status of teaching in practice. We will work with practice-based educators so they can assess generic skills (eg communication, team working & ethical practice) and professional competences common to many groups. Practitioners who teach can benefit from and contribute to the work of ALPS and its networks. ALPS will reward staff, with opportunities for Teaching Fellowships, sabbaticals and teaching awards. AccommodationOur students come from all parts of the UK and abroad to study with us. Some, who live within travelling distance, choose to live at home, but for those who need accommodation, our staff in the Accommodation Office can give you advice on what's available and help you find the right place to live. Our accommodationAll first years who want to live in our accommodation are usually able to do so. You will also have the option to apply for a place in halls during any year of your studies. We can also help you find alternative accommodation if required, by providing information on a wide variety of private sector lodgings/houses and flats in York. If you decide that you wish to study at York St John University and make us your firm choice, we will send you full information about accommodation together with an Accommodation Application Form in May/June. Accommodation will be allocated after the publication of the A2 Level results in August. The University's Accommodation Office can advise on the various accommodation options and give guidance when needed. Staff are experienced in dealing with all sorts of queries, from the 'dos and don'ts' of signing a contract to difference types of insurance. Please note that car parking at York St John is very limited as we are a city centre campus. There are public car parks nearby and excellent park and ride facilities for those who need them. Car parking for students in accommodation is only available on health grounds. Please contact the Facilities Administration Team for details
We offer accommodation in University-owned and managed residences on both a catered and selfcatered basis. All oursites are covered by CCTV.
Residences are arranged in small blocks around lawned gardens in the centre of the main campus, in its attractive setting next to the city walls and York Minster, just minutes from the city centre. All rooms are single with a washbasin, and bathrooms are shared. WiFi facilities are available in this accommodation.
This development is about 15 minutes walk from our main campus. It currently offers smart selfcatering facilities to 143 students. Each bedroom has Internet access. Kitchens and bathrooms are shared.
The Grange residence is set in its own landscaped grounds about 10 minutes walk from the campus (pictured below). The 51 flats and 36 houses provide 416 self-catered student rooms. WiFi facilities are available at the Grange.
This en-suite development is approximately seven minutes walk from the main campus. The 25 flats provide 124 en-suite single study bedrooms with links for Internet access (pictured left). Each flat has a shared kitchen.
Holgate Hall, which is located off Hull Road, near to York St John's playing fields, has 40 single study bedrooms.
In September 2008 we opened our fantastic, purpose-built, self-catering accommodation on Percy's Lane for 272 students. The accommodation is split into cluster flats with en-suite facilities, for small groups of students, and self-contained studio flats. All rooms have Internet access.
Some students prefer to live in houses and flats rented from private landlords. The Accommodation Office can help you find this type of accommodation. We only advertise properties that comply with The Code of Best Practice for StudentAccommodation. How to apply for University accommodationIf you accept our offer of a place on a degree programme you will be sent an accommodation application form during May/June. You will be asked to specify whether you would prefer:-
You are asked to give any additional information such as religious considerations or medical problems that you would like to be taken into account. All York St John University residencies are non-smoking. We allocate rooms in YSJ owned properties by using the information you provide on your application form. We cannot however guarantee that you will receive your choice of accommodation. Code of Practice York St John has signed up to the Universities UK (UUK) Accommodation Code of Practice, which provides good practice guides for University halls of residence. For further information you can visit www.universitiesuk.ac.uk/acop. If you have a disability As soon as we know you have specific requirements in relation to accommodation, the Accommodation Office will liaise with you and Disability Services to make sure you are placed in the most suitable accommodation. Insurance The insurance of your own belongings in University accommodation is paid with the total accommodation settlement and is a block policy held by the Students' Union. Students living in private accommodation are responsible for insuring their own belongings. Accommodation bond An accommodation bond is payable with your 1st term's invoice. This bond covers any damage or extra cleaning costs that you may incur whilst in residence. Council tax All full-time registered students are exempt from council tax. Home students living with a non-student partner are not exempt and will be liable in part. Other services Bedding packs consisting of duvet, pillow, duvet cover, sheet and pillow case can be purchased. Books of meal vouchers can be purchased from the Catering Department. There is a launderette on each site. Resident Student Warden Team Managed by the Accommodation Office, the Resident Student Warden Team is there to make sure you are safe and supported in your accommodation. They provide after hours help for all students in University accommodation. The wardens, who live on each site, can assist with a wide range of issues and problems. The Accommodation OfficeThe Accommodation Office offers a comprehensive service to all students who have any concerns whatsoever regarding YSJ-owned or private accommodation. Information is available on all aspects of accommodation, including updated accommodation lists, contracts and vacancies. Please contact the Accommodation Office T: 01904 876660 / 876409 E: accommodation@yorksj.ac.uk Students' Union The Union's Vice President (Education & Welfare) can provide support and information on every aspect of accommodation. T: 01904 876888 E: su@yorksj.ac.uk Student Finance and Welfare Team The Student Finance and Welfare Team offers support to all students who are concerned over money matters. E: money@yorksj.ac.uk / E: welfareservice@yorksj.ac.uk The Student UnionYour Higher Education studies will almost certainly be the most enjoyable and significant years of your life - don't miss out on the real student experience - get involved with your Union. As a York St John University student, you automatically become a member of the Students'Union. For just £10 you can purchase your NUS Extra card, which is your key to a variety of discounts both online and in high street stores nationally and will give you access to all the services the Students' Union provides. This includes support, representation, advice, personal development, recreation, clubs and societies, entertainments, Archies Bar, the Essentials shop and Fresh coffee bar. Student life is about working hard and playing hard, and the Students' Union strives to help you get the right balance. The Students' Union is a democratic organisation, run by elected students for students. It is our mission to promote andrepresent the interests of our members, enriching the student experience. We are a large and diverse organisation reflecting the student population we aim to represent. We seek to ensure that all of our members including mature and part-time students, students with disabilities, lesbian, gay and bisexual, and ethnic minority students have equal ppportunities to get involved. Students' Union officers are elected each year to represent the interests of its members at each and every level - within the Students' Union structure at various York St John committees, and within the NUS at a local and national level. Whatever your age, background or culture, coming here is the best opportunity you will ever have to broaden your horizons. Being a student at York St John will drive your development no end, both academically and personally, and we urge you to make the most of your time here. We pride ourselves on being a friendly and welcoming Students' Union that continually strives for the best for its members. We encourage all students to join in and take advantage of what is YOURS! Get involved…The Students' Union runs a wide variety of initiatives, teams and campaigns that you can get involved in. You could join RAG (Raise & Give) and help to make money for various charities, or perhaps get involved with the Ents team and helpcoordinate the entertainments the SU provides. If you want to help students get the best from their course, you could even become a Programme Rep. The ways to get involved are endless, and whatever you're into, the Students' Union seeks to make sure that it is provided for. If it isn't, mention it to any of the elected officers and we'll do our best to make it happen. You never know, you could set up your own collective, club or society and help enrich the experience of other students at York St John. Sports & Societies The Students' Union supports a whole range of student-run clubs and societies, increasing in number and diversity everyyear. We offer everything from dance to rugby and cheerleading to snow sports. If we're not offering what you're looking for, all you need is ten like-minds to start up your very own club or society! New clubs and societies are starting up all the time, but in the meantime here is a list of some of our most popular: Aikido, Arts, Badminton, Basketball, Big Band, Bollywood, Cheerleading, Cheese & Wine, Climbing, Cricket, Dance, Drama, Duke of Edinburgh, Fusion Soundwaves, Gospel Choir, Hockey, Horse Riding, Martial Arts, Men & Women's Football, Men's Rugby Union, Musical Production Society, Netball, Occupational Therapy Society, Parkour, Radio, Role-playing, Rounders, Rowing, Rugby League, Short Film, Snowsports, Squash, Surf, Swimming, Table Tennis, Teachers' Society, Tennis, Trampolining, Volleyball, Wildlife. What else can we offer you? The Students' Union runs a variety of commercial services. The Essentials shop, Fresh coffee bar, Archies Bar and a world of entertainments are all very much at the heart of what we do. We encourage you to use the Students' Union as much as possible because of the friends you will meet, the skills you will gain and the experiences you will have. We aim to provide a high-quality entertainment programme in a safe, student friendly environment that will offer something for everyone. The culmination of these activities is in the spectacular summer ball we host at the end of every academic year, when the entire campus is transformed into one big party, with bands, discos, fairground attractions and most importantly your friends - an experience not to be missed! We look forward to seeing you in September! To get a further insight into the work of the Students' Union visit our website at www.ysjsu.com or e-mail: su@yorksj.ac.uk Alternatively call us at the Students' Union offices and speak to one of the officers on 01904 629816. York St John Discussions
Sport and RecreationWe all know that physical activity is good for our health and wellbeing. So that's why at York St John we have YSJActive, an entire department geared towards providing an exciting range of opportunities for sport, exercise and recreation. So whether you're the sporty type or are just keen to get fit and healthy, YSJActive has something for you! Our sports facilities The University has a range of sports facilities either on-site or within easy reach of our city centre campus. The sports performance area is a four-badminton court sports hall situated in the Foss Building. It caters for all the usual sports youwould expect such as netball, volleyball, basketball, cricket, badminton and five-a-side football and it also has a climbing wall. Within easy walking distance you'll find our flood-lit, all-weather pitch - a sand-based, full-sized hockey pitch that can also accommodate a range of outdoor sports including football. Alongside the pitch is a netball court. At our Hull Road Sports Ground we have three grass football pitches and a new changing pavilion. Sports and societies programme If you're looking for team spirit, healthy competition, great activities and nights out, then there is a fantastic range of over 40 Students' Union sports clubs to choose from. There's a vibrant mix from the traditional to the extreme, offering greatopportunities for all standards of players. Some of the largest clubs are football, rowing and hockey, which have over 100 members each. The majority of our sports clubs play in the local York leagues and represent the University in National BUCS competitions. Other recreational clubs include cheerleading, trampolining and even ski and snowboarding, so there's plenty of choice if you're up for some adventure! Coach education and community volunteer programme If you are contemplating a career in sports coaching, sports development or teaching, our coach education and community volunteer programme will give you a valuable head start by offering you the opportunity to gain vocationally relevant qualifications and coaching experience whilst at University. Each year we offer a range of nationally recognised courses, including National Governing Body awards, Sport Coach UK workshops and first aid courses. We'll also provide you with support so that you can combine these awards with some real coaching and development experience in York and North Yorkshire - a great way to enhance your CV and to put your newly found skills into action. Sports scholarships and performance support Each year our SPARK scholarship programme offers one scholarship of £500 to a student who is able to demonstrate the ability to compete at a regional level (or higher) through selection to county standard squads or similar, but may be facingbarriers to performance which a small scholarship could help to remove. Our SPARK sports scholars also receive free membership of the fitness and conditioning suite. Applications are considered in November of each year. Further details are available from the Welfare Team: E: money@yorksj.ac.uk or T: 01904 876939. York St John is an Academic Partner Institution for the national Talented Athlete Scholarship Scheme, known as TASS. This means that we work with the regional lead institution in supporting our talented sports students. To be eligible, all student athletes must be nominated each year by their National Governing Body (NGB) in order to receive an annual scholarship. In the first instance, we would recommend you contact your regional NGB representative for further information or visit www.tass.gov.uk For those seeking to develop levels of athletic performance, the YSJActive staff are qualified and experienced in sport and exercise science. So if you are looking to get into serious competition or for help to achieve your first marathon, come andget some professional advice in the sports science laboratories. Such support can include nutritional advice, sport psychology, physiological testing and strength and conditioning. At the heart of community sport in York and North Yorkshire At York St John we are committed to making a difference and that's why many of our staff and students are actively involved in helping to develop sport within the community. Staff have great links with key local and regional sports organisations, including Sport England, Sports Coach UK and BASES. The University also plays a strategic role in Active York - the City's Community Sports Network - and North Yorkshire Sport, our County Sports Partnership. Student ServicesWhen people think about student life, they tend to think about the fun, lively side of being a student, but as most of our students will tell you, it's not all about partying and having fun! Being a student not only involves a lot of hard work, but also for some, moving away from home for the first time, and for many a whole new way of life. At York St John, we're keen to make sure that every part of your student life is as successful and happy as it can be. Our Student Services are available to you, at any time throughout your student life, to make sure you get the best out of your time at University. We're here to help you succeed' We offer all students a programme of events and comprehensive introduction to university life and study skills, usually justbefore the first semester begins and also during Welcome Week. For some students, this gives a welcome introduction tobecoming a university student for the first time! We pride ourselves on our reputation for putting students at the heart of everything we do and we offer a significant and valued range of support. Our external Quality Assessors regularly rate this aspect of our provision as outstanding. The Disability ServiceYork St John actively encourages applications from disabled or dyslexic students. Students and staff are committed to creating a positive and supportive learning environment, which allows everyone to participate fully in all aspects of YSJ life. Staff and student Support Workers seek to offer appropriate assistance to students with a wide range of requirements:
The Disability Service offers a range of services and we try to meet the needs of every individual. Most disabled or dyslexic students are entitled to claim extra financial support to fund specific items. We can arrange assessments for students and when necessary can help in applying for a Disabled Student's Allowance from your Local Education Authority or NHS Grants Unit. The Disability Service is the central point of contact for disabled students or those with a specific learning difficulty. Staff at the unit are able to assist students by putting you in touch with any other appropriate people and services. When you need to access support on or off campus, staff have information and will help you to make necessary contacts. Where necessary, we can provide you with a letter or documentary evidence, and we can "chase up" queries and help resolve difficult situations. The Disability Service works in close collaboration with the Higher York Access Centre, which offers assessment of needs, assistive technology training, help and advice with the Disabled Students' Allowance process. The Access Centre is located alongside Disability Services in the Holgate Building. If you are studying at York St John, the support team will do their best to offer you flexible and prompt assistance. We try to respond to the individual requirements of each person's disability or specific learning difficulty. If I am a disabled student what should I do next? If you are interested in applying to York St John and have a disability or specific learning needs and wish to informally discuss your application then please contact The Disability Service team. We would like to stress that any contact you have with The Disability Service will be considered confidential and will remain entirely separate from your academic application. When you get in touch it would be helpful if you could indicate the course or courses in which you may be interested and the nature of your disability or learning needs. We will then be able to give you advice on the suitability of accommodation, facilities, and the availability of specific learning resources and if appropriate, arrange a visit. If you do decide to apply to York St John, we will arrange an interview with our Disability Co-ordinator so you can check our facilities and support mechanisms are right for you. We can then make arrangements to meet your specific needs should your application be successful. You can telephone or text phone on 01904 876540, or e-mail disabilityservice@yorksj.ac.uk What about funding? Full and part-time undergraduates and postgraduate students with a recognised disability or specific learning difficulty may apply to their Funding Body/NHS Grants for additional financial help in the form of the Disabled Students’ Allowance. The allowance is not means-tested although there may be certain criteria that you must fulfil in order to receive an award. The Disability Service can assist you in applying to your Funding Body/NHS Grants and can advise you on eligibility criteria. The allowance will pay for specialist equipment, non-medical helpers/support workers, additional travel in certain circumstances and general course specific items. How can I find out more? If you have any queries or would like to arrange a visit please don’t hesitate to get in touch. You can contact us on: T: 01904 876540 E: disabilityservice@yorksj.ac.uk Health & WelfareYour success at York St John University is dependant on your wellbeing, so your health and welfare are considered very important. The Uni offers the following services: Counselling Service Many students use the Counselling Service to talk over concerns which range from anxiety about study and examinations to homesickness, personal problems and relationships. You can talk through any worries or anxieties, however apparently minor or grave. Health Centre On-site GP The Uni recognises the importance of appropriate health care for all students and therefore provide a confidential service under the direction of the Medical Officer. Doctors’ surgeries are held regularly and a practice nurse holds daily clinics on campus and provides a wide range of services for students. Health promotional activities/campaigns are held regularly, providing specialist advice and support on subjects relevant to student life and healthy living. Career DevelopmentWhere are we? Career Development is located in Holgate. When are staff available? Career Development Advisers are available between 9am and 4.30pm Monday to Thursday and 9am to 4.00pm on Friday. How can you contact us? For enquires and to book a careers interview please call into Career Development or contact us by phone or e-mail (details below). You can also book an appointment through the student advice and information desk in Holgate.
T: 01904 716711 (10) E: careers@yorksj.ac.uk F: 01904 716586
Information, advice and guidance interviews are available by appointment. Please call into the office or telephone us to make a booking. If you live at a distance from York it is possible to arrange to have a telephone interview with one of our advisers. If you contact us by email requesting an appointment please indicate what days / times you are available. Careers events and presentations Our career development advisers organise a programme of presentations and events throughout the year. See the events pages on Opportunities Gateway for dates and times. Opportunities Gateway Online Opportunities Gateway Online is Career Development's vacancy service for YSJ students and graduates. To take full advantage of the service we recommend that new users follow the link to Register me - by registering you will be sent email job alerts about the type of work you are interested in. Once you have registered it is possible to search not only for part-time vacancies but also graduate jobs, vacation work, voluntary work, work placement opportunities and events. To access part-time vacancies without registering scroll to the foot of the page and select part-time vacancies in York. This online vacancy service is supported by prospects.ac.uk, the UKs official national graduate careers website. If you are already registered with any of the Prospects services, you can use the same username and password to access the Opportunities Gateway. Books and Resources The university library has a stock of books on career choice, occupations, further study and training, work and study overseas and job seeking (CVs, applications, assessment centres and interviews). Career Development also distributes a wide range of take-away booklets.
Chaplaincy and Spiritual CareThe Chaplaincy and Spiritual Care Team serves all members of the University and supports prospective students, graduates and associates of our community. We work with Student Enterprise & Development and Staff Development to help in providing a holistic framework of spiritual support. Not only can you meet with members of the Team, but you can also use our developing online resources for your own spiritual development. We provide a rhythm of Christian prayer and worship throughout the year, in term-time and vacations and a place of prayer and quiet for the world religions. It is easy to find the Chaplaincy: we offer a non-judgemental, confidential listening ear service. The Chaplaincy team members fully respect each person's identity and beliefs. The Chapel Building, Prayer Room and Peace Garden are open to everyone. As well as daily services during term time, two local Churches meet on campus on Sundays and the student-led Christian Union has a main meeting on Thursdays plus small groups, special events and prayer meetings. The Chaplaincy is funded by the University and the Diocese of York. The Chaplaincy Team is made up of people from many Christian denominations. The Spiritual Care team consists of Faith Advisors from the World Religions.
Check the details on the Finding us page T: 01904 876606/7 E:: chaplaincy@yorksj.ac.uk
The Chaplaincy has a team of further Christian Ministers from the Church of England, Mandarin speaking Anglican, Free Church, Methodist, Orthodox and Roman Catholic groups, all of whom can be contacted through the Chaplaincy.
In addition to the Christian Team there is a voluntary Spiritual Care Team of Faith Advisors representing seven world religions: Baha’i, Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Judaism, Islam and Sikhism. Visit York St JohnThe best way to find out about York St John University is to come along and visit us. Our open days are the ideal opportunity to come and see if York St John is the right place for you. You can:
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If you would like further details or you want to register your interest in one of the Open Days, please contact us: T: 01904 876960, E: opendays@yorksj.ac.uk
If you are unable to attend one of the open days, then you are welcome to come on one of the campus tours, which are scheduled for 3.00pm on Wednesdays or 1.00pm on Thursdays. To book a tour please call 01904 876503. How to Find UsBy Road
At the roundabout with A1237 (Outer Ring Road), take the second exit and follow directions for the city centre (about two and a half miles). At Bootham Bar traffic lights turn left into Gillygate. Go straight on at the next set of traffic lights, on to Clarence Street. The University entrance is on your right.
Beyond Fulford Barracks, fork right into Cemetery Road following directions for the District Hospital. When the city walls are directly ahead, turn right and follow the Inner Ring Road signs to Lord Mayor's Walk. Turn right at the traffic lights at the far end of Lord Mayor's Walk, on to Clarence Street and the main University entrance is on your right.
Fork left onto the A1036 (signposted York West). Continue into the centre for about 3 miles. At the traffic lights immediately after the Odeon cinema, turn left and follow the Inner Ring Road signs past the station. After crossing the ver turn left at the traffic lights. Keep in the right hand lane past the Theatre Royal and at the traffic lights, go straight on into Gillygate. Go straight on at the next set of traffic lights, on to Clarence Street. The University entrance is on your right.
At the roundabout with A1237 take the second exit. At the next roundabout take the first exit onto Malton Road, then the second exit at the next roundabout. At the next roundabout take the third exit onto Heworth Green. Take the second exit at the next roundabout onto Monkgate. At the traffic lights turn right into Lord Mayor's Walk. At the traffic lights at the end of Lord Mayor's Walk turn right, on to Clarence Street. The University entrance is on your right.
At the roundabout with A1237, turn left onto the Outer Ring Road. Continue to the roundabout with the A19 and turn right. Follow directions as above for A19 Thirsk.
Drive towards the city centre, turning right at Walmgate Bar traffic lights. Follow the Inner Ring Road signs to Lord Mayor's Walk. Turn right at the traffic lights at the far end of Lord Mayor's Walk, on to Clarence Street and the main University entrance is on your right. Please note that the main University vehicular entrance is now on Clarence Street. There is pedestrian access from Lord Mayor's Walk, Garden Street and Clarence Street. By Rail It will take approximately 20 minutes to walk from the train station to the University. If you get a taxi, the journey will take five-ten minutes (depending on traffic) and will cost £4.00 - £5.00 (December 2007). When you come out of the front of the train station turn left along Station Road. Keep going straight on, cross over and continue straight on at the first set of traffic lights and proceed until you reach the next traffic lights. Turn left and walk across Lendal Bridge. At the next traffic lights, turn left again. You will see the Theatre Royal on your right and the Art Gallery on your left. Go straight on at the traffic lights and along Gillygate. Go straight on at the next traffic lights, along Clarence Street and the University main entrance is on your right. By Air Manchester International Airport is approximately one and a half hours by road. Leeds Bradford International Airport is approximately one hour by road. Car parking As we are a city centre campus, there is no parking on site except for visitors with a disabled badge. There are two public car parks nearby - Monk Bar car park on St John's St and Union Terrace car park on Clarence St - both are just a few minutes walk from the University. More details about parking in York can be found on the City of York Council website at www.york.gov.uk Park & Ride An excellent park and ride scheme operates in York. Full details can be found on the City of York Council website at www.york.gov.uk/transport/Parking/Park_and_Ride The nearest drop-off point to York St John is Museum Street which is on the Green Line, so you will need to park at Rawcliffe Bar at the A19 (North) junction on the outer ring road. You will need to allow approximately 30 minutes to get from Rawcliffe Bar to the University. When you get off the bus, walk down Museum Street, towards the Minster, turn left at the traffic lights, passing the Theatre Royal on your right and the Art Gallery on your left. Go straight on at the traffic lights and along Gillygate. Go straight on at the next traffic lights, along Clarence Street and the University main entrance is on your right. The walk will take you approximately 10 minutes. The City of YorkShopping in York York is paradise for shopaholics. Everything from large department stores to tiny specialist shops is available within easy walking distance of the campus. York offers a mixture of famous high-street names and a whole host of intriguing specialist, designer and curiosity shops. The outdoor Newgate Market, in the centre of the city, offers a more traditional shopping experience, with stalls selling everything from fruit and vegetables to clothing, all at brilliant prices.
At Clifton Moor there are shops galore including Argos, B&Q, Comet, JJB Sports, Toys 'R' Us and McDonalds. The shopping centre is also home to the Vue cinema complex and Tenpin bowling.
Monk's Cross Shopping Centre has a layout like a classic American shopping mall. Shops include TopShop, HMV, Boots, Topman, WHSmith, Monsoon New Look, Miss Selfridge and more.
The McArthur Glen Designer Outlet features over 100 designer name stores full of best buys! Dolce & Gabbana, Cerruti 1881, Paul Smith, Body Shop, Adidas, Reebok, Armani are just some of the brands you may find here. York Nightlife With around 20,000 students and thousands of tourists visiting the city all year round, York really is a lively place to be. It's great for nightlife of all kinds, it has pubs, wine bars, restaurants and cafés to suit every taste imaginable. York St John is literally minutes away from the city centre, so is perfectly placed for a night out. York is said to boast 365 pubs - one for every day of the year! Real ale lovers are in for a treat, as are those who like the more modern café bars. There's something for every taste and pocket, and there are always special rates and student discounts to be found. The city is also brimming with restaurants and cafés - just choose to suit your mood and your price range. As well as having many late night bars, York has a number of nightclubs that cater for students. These include: The Gallery, Tru, Club Salvation, BPM and Ziggys.
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Further a field... York is also a fantastic starting point from which you can explore more of what Yorkshire has to offer. The Yorkshire Dales and North York Moors are both National Parks, accessible by public transport, where you will find incredible scenery and bracing, fresh air. The seaside resorts of Scarborough and Whitby also make the perfect destination for a day out (and do great fish and chips). If you fancy a trip further afield, London is only two hours away by train and a train journey to Edinburgh will only take you two and a half hours. How to ApplyApplications to full-time studyFor autumn 2010 entry, you must apply through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS) for entry to full-time degree schemes. Programmes in the UCAS Scheme are listed on the UCAS website at www.ucas.com The UCAS Institution Code for York St John is Y75 YSJ. What do I need in order to apply? For all our full-time courses, you can apply by using the UCAS online service Apply via the UCAS website (www.ucas.com).You must register with UCAS in order to log on to Apply and this process will generate you a username and enable you to choose a password. The on-screen guides will help you through the application process and you can save and amend your application as often as necessary before submitting it. Please check your application carefully before sending it to UCAS, making sure you have entered the correct course and institute codes. If you are unable to apply online, application materials can be requested by phone via the UCAS Customer Services team on T: 0870 112 2211. Foundation degrees The Foundation Degrees in Rehabilitation, Visual Impairment, Film & Television Production and Music Production accept applications both through UCAS and direct to York St John University. All other Foundation degrees only accept applications direct to York St John. To obtain a direct application form: T: 01904 876505 E: appforms@yorksj.ac.uk Part-time studyAll part-time applicants should apply directly to York St John. Application forms are available from York St John University, Lord Mayor’s Walk, York, YO31 7EX.T: 01904 876505 or E: appforms@yorksj.ac.uk When should I apply? Whichever course you are interested in, it's good to apply as early as possible, once you're sure that you've picked the right degree and the right place. There are some programmes at York St John that always fill up extremely quickly for example Primary Education, Film Studies, Physiotherapy and Psychology. UCAS can start receiving applications for entry in autumn 2010 from 1 September 2009. The normal closing date for the receipt of applications is 15 January 2010. If you can manage it, hitting this application date is a good idea. However UCAS accepts that this isn't always possible and late applications are accepted by UCAS throughout the remainder of the applications' year, with a deadline of 30 June 2010. Applications received by UCAS after 15 January are considered by institutions at their discretion, and no guarantee can be made that they will be given the same level of consideration as applications received by the normal closing date. Applications for programmes involving Art & Design If you are applying for a degree involving Art & Design for 2010 entry, the deadline for receiving applications is 24 March 0010. We can however, consider late applications until 30 June 2010. UCAS ExtraUCAS recently introduced a system called Extra, which operates from mid-February to June. If you find yourself without an offer, for whatever reason, and you have used all five choices already or if you wish to change your subject choice and decline your previous offers, UCAS Extra enables you to have an additional choice through UCAS. This will mean that if you do not have an offer at an early stage in the cycle, you do not have to wait until Clearing to continue to find a place. Universities and colleges with vacancies in Extra will list them on the UCAS website. Applicants who are eligible will be able to refer themselves electronically via the Applicant Enquiries Service for courses with vacancies. An Extra Passport will be sent to you if you prefer not to use the Internet facility so that you can contact institutions for consideration. ClearingAt York St John, we are happy to keep places open for applications for most of our degrees right up to the publication of A2 Level results. We are also able to consider applications in Clearing (the period after the publication of A2 Level results in August) provided we have vacancies. The UCAS website will indicate our current vacancies. How is my application considered?Most applications that are made to York St John are sent to us by UCAS. We will carefully read all applications and check to see that all general and specific entry requirements are met. This may result in an invitation to interview, after which we will decide whether to offer you a place. For certain courses, such as Teacher Training, Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy, we always interview candidates. Check out the degree programme pages to see whether a particular subject requires interviews. We may decide to make you an offer without interview. You will receive an offer through UCAS and a letter inviting you to a Visit Day at York St John to meet staff and students and view our facilities. If we offer you a place, the offer may be either Conditional or Unconditional. A Conditional offer depends on you obtaining certain qualifications or grades in your examinations and may also include other non-academic conditions such as Enhanced Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) disclosure, an Independent Safeguarding Authority (ISA) registration (if you are not already registered) or medical reports. An Unconditional offer means that you have already met the academic entry requirements for the programme and have been accepted, though there may also be other conditions you need to meet eg CRB, medical. Please note, you will not be able to start your course if the ISA registration is a requirement of the course and it is still outstanding. The offer you receive from us, via UCAS, will include information on any conditions that have to be met and guidance on how and when you have to make a decision on any offers you receive. If we are unable to make you an offer of a place, youwill be advised by UCAS that unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful. What happens if I accept an offer at York St John? If you accept a place at York St John (UCAS will ask you to make a decision when you have had responses from all of your choices), we will send you further information on the degree programme and details about accommodation, reading lists etc in May/June. Conditional offers made by York St John are made in terms of a tariff score or the achievement of a particular level of qualification. In the summer, as results are received, we make a decision on whether to accept a candidate or not, as quickly as we can. For some students it may be necessary to delay a decision until the results of all students are known after the publication of the A2 Level results. Students who have not met the terms of their offer will be ranked according to their tariff score/qualifications and we will decide how many of these students we are able to accept onto a particular programme. As soon as we are able to confirm your place, you will receive an acceptance letter from York St John and a confirmation slip from UCAS (form AS12). The AS12 form needs to be returned direct to York St John. At the end of August/early September you will also receive final joining instructions from us. Please e-mail admissions@yorksj.ac.uk as soon as possible if you no longer wish to take up your place. Will you accept an application for deferred entry? York St John values the experience students can gain through taking a ‘year out’ or ‘gap year’ and we are very pleased to consider applications for deferred entry. Deferral is, however, conditional on the availability of the programme for the following year and on your meeting all entry requirements before your ‘year out’ ie by 10 September 2009. If you decide to change your year of entry after you have submitted your application, please contact the Admissions Office as soon as you can for further advice. You will need to make this request in writing, by letter or e-mail. Students with special requirementsWe are very pleased to consider applications from students with a range of disabilities. If you are interested in applying to York St John and have special requirements please contact one of our advisers first. For further details contact the Disability Unit on T: 01904 876540, Minicom 01904 876540 or E: disabilityunit@yorksj.ac.uk You should indicate the programme(s) in which you may be interested and the nature of your special requirement or disability. We will then be able to give you advice on the suitability of accommodation and other facilities, and the availability of special learning resources. If you are planning to attend an Open Day or are invited to a Visit Day or an interview, please contact us prior to the event, so that we are aware of any special requirements you may have. Wherever possible, arrangements will be made to meet your specific requirements. If you require further information on any of our programmes or guidance on entry requirements, please contact: The Admissions Office T: 01904 876598 or E: admissions@yorksj.ac.uk UCAS Tariff SystemUCAS (Universities & Colleges Admissions Service) operate a points score system for entry into Higher Education. The system gives numerical values to qualifications, allowing us to compare applicants with different types of qualification and achievement. Here at York St John, we are using the tariff system when making offers for courses. On each of the subject pages in the degree programme section of the prospectus, the fact files give details of typical entry requirements using the new tariff system and the achievement of particular grades in given qualifications. How do I work out my tariff point score?Example: I have an A2 Level Grade D, a 12 unit (double award) AVCE at grade CC and Level 3 Key Skills in Communication - what is my tariff point score?
For more information visit the UCAS tariff tables web page or call us on T: 01904 876598 or E: admissions@yorksj.ac.uk if you need some help working out your point score! Other York St John ArticlesWhy not read these other York St John Articles? Links |
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