University of York

QS World #169 • TEF Gold • 5x Queen's Anniversary Prize

York, North Yorkshire, Northern England, United Kingdom

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University of York, established in 1963, is a world-class research university ranked #169 in QS World University Rankings 2026. As a member of the prestigious Russell Group, York has won the TEF Gold Award for teaching excellence and received the Queen's Anniversary Prize five times. With around 20,000 students from over 150 countries, the university is known for outstanding programmes in Archaeology, Drama, Psychology, Linguistics, and Social Work - all ranked in the UK top 10.See More

#169

QS World Ranking 2026

TEF

Gold Award

Queen's Anniversary Prize

20,000+

Students from 150+ Countries

Campuses

University of York has two campuses in the historic city of York, providing students with a world-class learning and research environment.

Heslington

King's Manor

Location

Heslington Campus, York, North Yorkshire, UK

Nearby

Set on a beautiful 500-acre campus with a central lake and wetland areas, Heslington is one of the UK's most scenic university campuses. Located about 2 miles southeast of York city centre, students enjoy easy access to the historic city with its world-famous York Minster, medieval city walls, and vibrant shopping streets like The Shambles.

Getting Here

Regular bus service from York Station (15 min). London King's Cross to York takes about 2 hours by fast train. Manchester Airport (MAN) is about 1.5 hours by train. Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) is about 50 minutes by car.

Schools

Heslington houses most faculties: York Management School, Faculty of Sciences, Faculty of Social Sciences, Faculty of Arts and Humanities. Known for Archaeology (UK #7), Drama (UK #3), Psychology (UK #9), and Linguistics (UK #5).

About

The main Heslington Campus features modern architecture, world-class research facilities, and excellent student accommodation in colleges. The campus has its own lake, green spaces, and nature reserve. Home to the majority of York's 20,000+ students from over 150 countries.

Spring

Mar - May

5-13°C

Summer

Jun - Aug

12-20°C

Autumn

Sep - Nov

6-14°C

Winter

Dec - Feb

1-7°C

Season	Months	Temperature
Spring	Mar - May	5-13°C
Summer	Jun - Aug	12-20°C
Autumn	Sep - Nov	6-14°C
Winter	Dec - Feb	1-7°C

Flights to/from Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) ↔ Manchester (MAN) + 1.5hr train to York

MYR 2,800-4,800 (~13hr flight + 1.5hr transfer)

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) ↔ Dubai (DXB) Transit ↔ Manchester (MAN)

MYR 2,500-4,200 (~15hr total + 1.5hr transfer)

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) ↔ London Heathrow (LHR) + 2hr train to York

MYR 2,800-4,500 (~13hr flight + 2hr transfer)

Location

King's Manor, Exhibition Square, York, UK

Nearby

Located in the heart of York city centre, King's Manor is a historic Grade I listed building dating back to the 16th century. Just steps from York Minster, the medieval city walls, and the famous Shambles shopping street. Students enjoy immediate access to cafes, restaurants, museums, and the vibrant city life.

Getting Here

5 minutes walk from York Station. Regular bus service to Heslington Campus (15 min). London King's Cross to York takes about 2 hours. Manchester Airport (MAN) is about 1.5 hours by train.

Programmes

King's Manor specialises in: Department of Archaeology (UK #7), Centre for Medieval Studies, Centre for Renaissance and Early Modern Studies, and the Institute of Effective Education. The campus offers a unique academic experience in a historic setting.

About

King's Manor is a stunning Grade I listed medieval building that once served as the headquarters of the Council of the North. The campus features beautiful courtyards, historic architecture, and intimate academic spaces. Ideal for students in archaeology, medieval studies, and history who want to study in an inspiring historic environment.

Spring

Mar - May

5-13°C

Summer

Jun - Aug

12-19°C

Autumn

Sep - Nov

6-13°C

Winter

Dec - Feb

1-6°C

Season	Months	Temperature
Spring	Mar - May	5-13°C
Summer	Jun - Aug	12-19°C
Autumn	Sep - Nov	6-13°C
Winter	Dec - Feb	1-6°C

Flights to/from Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) ↔ Manchester (MAN) + 1.5hr train to York

MYR 2,800-4,800 (~13hr flight + 1.5hr transfer)

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) ↔ Dubai (DXB) Transit ↔ Manchester (MAN)

MYR 2,500-4,200 (~15hr total + 1.5hr transfer)

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) ↔ London Heathrow (LHR) + 2hr train to York

MYR 2,800-4,500 (~13hr flight + 2hr transfer)

Living Costs Comparison

Based on UK government guidelines and official estimates. York offers affordable living in Northern England with a lower cost of living compared to London, about 2 hours by train from London King's Cross.

Heslington Campus

Accommodation (per month)

£450-£700 MYR 0

Food & Groceries (per month)

£180-£280 MYR 0

Transport (per month)

£50-£90 MYR 0

Utilities & Bills (per month)

£70-£120 MYR 0

Personal & Leisure (per month)

£100-£180 MYR 0

Total Monthly Living Cost

£850-£1,370 MYR 0

* 130-hectare parkland - main campus

King's Manor (City Centre)

Accommodation (per month)

£500-£800 MYR 0

Food & Groceries (per month)

£200-£300 MYR 0

Transport (per month)

£30-£60 MYR 0

Utilities & Bills (per month)

£80-£130 MYR 0

Personal & Leisure (per month)

£120-£200 MYR 0

Total Monthly Living Cost

£930-£1,490 MYR 0

* Near town centre, more entertainment options

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