York St John University

York St John University York St John University offers outstanding teaching and a tight-knit community, in the stunning historic city of York, England.

The YSJ Big Summer Read is back for 2026, and we couldn't be more excited to get stuck in with two new books. 🌞 Our Lite...
23/06/2026

The YSJ Big Summer Read is back for 2026, and we couldn't be more excited to get stuck in with two new books. 🌞 Our Literature Department invites staff, students, alumni, and future students to read together across twelve weeks, sharing insights and thoughts along the way.

We'll be reading Hex House by Amy Jane Stewart, and Featherfall by Jerry Ibbotson. To get involved, all you need to do is pick up a copy and start reading. See below our key reading dates for both books. 👇

Hex House by Amy Jane Stewart | 1 June – 12 July 📖

Featherfall by Jerry Ibbotson | 12 July – 23 August 📖

“It's been an honour to work with the team to observe their strength and resilience as well as their infectious enthusia...
23/06/2026

“It's been an honour to work with the team to observe their strength and resilience as well as their infectious enthusiasm for the beautiful game." ⚽

In a brand new documentary project, acclaimed director and YSJ academic Tracy Willits and her team, including students from YSJ, are following England's Veteran Over 75s football team, the Silver Lions, as they journey to the England v Germany game which will mark the 1966 World Cup anniversary.

Read more about their experience, and how you can help support their documentary following the Silver Lions. 👇

https://www.yorksj.ac.uk/news/2026/silver-lions/

"Whether you have concerns about what career to go into, how to meet new people or feeling like your not truly living th...
22/06/2026

"Whether you have concerns about what career to go into, how to meet new people or feeling like your not truly living the uni lifestyle, there is so much time across your course to figure things out and find your people." ⭐

In a recent post on our Student Voices Blog page, English Language and Linguistics student Jas reminisces on their first year at YSJ, sharing their experience and helpful advice for incoming students. 👇

https://blog.yorksj.ac.uk/ysjlife/2026/06/08/reflecting-on-my-first-year/

We are extremely proud to announce that our science laboratory facilities here at YSJ have been awarded a Bronze accredi...
22/06/2026

We are extremely proud to announce that our science laboratory facilities here at YSJ have been awarded a Bronze accreditation through the Laboratory Efficiency Assessment Framework (LEAF). 🏆

This recognition follows ongoing efforts to reduce our environmental impact in support of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Read more below.👇

https://www.yorksj.ac.uk/news/2026/leaf-award/

Are you supporting someone starting to think about their uni choices?We know that being there during a uni application c...
19/06/2026

Are you supporting someone starting to think about their uni choices?

We know that being there during a uni application can be a lot. With options still available to apply for university this year, and students in college and 6th form starting to attend Open Days and look at UCAS for 2027, there's a lot to think about at every stage.

We want to help, so we've created a page full of insights and guidance, all to help you help them. 👇

https://www.yorksj.ac.uk/parents-and-carers/supporting-an-applicant/

Three of our Creative Writing students here at YSJ recently featured on Northern Voices, a podcast focusing on Northern ...
19/06/2026

Three of our Creative Writing students here at YSJ recently featured on Northern Voices, a podcast focusing on Northern perspectives on storytelling and the publishing sector.

Within this special episode, Charlie, Hannah and Henry speak about the anthology they produced as part of their degree, Beyond the Walls.👇

https://soundcloud.com/northern_voices/episode-120-charlie-hannah-and

Our Institute for Social Justice is pleased to invite anyone with an interest in school education to a unique showcase o...
19/06/2026

Our Institute for Social Justice is pleased to invite anyone with an interest in school education to a unique showcase of Innovations in Education Policy.

On 29 June, this specialist session will showcase research findings from Education, Psychology, Arts and Occupational Therapy experts based on their work with students, teachers, parents, and educational institutions. They'll present their findings on four themes:

- Preparing school students for active citizenship
- Eliminating barriers to and reforming toilet access in schools: a public health case
- Working with neurodivergent pupils to enhance transition, belonging and attendance in mainstream secondary schools
- Enabling access to music education through cross-sector collaboration

For more information and to book your space, see the link below. 👇

https://www.yorksj.ac.uk/news/2026/education-policy-/

We're really proud of the variety of professional short courses we have here at YSJ. If you're looking to learn somethin...
18/06/2026

We're really proud of the variety of professional short courses we have here at YSJ. If you're looking to learn something new and acquire new skills to take into the workplace and beyond, take a look at what we having coming up. 👇

Supervising Counsellors Working with Children and Young People | 29 June 📆
Learn to support counsellors dealing child protection and safeguarding concerns.

Domestic Abuse and Mental Health | 30 June 📆
Learn how to respond to, help and support others who have experienced domestic abuse.

How to Improve Sleep Workshop | 10 July 📆
This half day workshop will explore the latest advances in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy in managing general sleep issues.

An Introduction to British Sign Language | 14 September - 9 November 📆
This 9-week course is for anyone who is interested in learning the basics of BSL and finding out more about Deaf culture and history.

Find out more. 👇

https://www.yorksj.ac.uk/study/short-courses-and-cpd/

On 12 July, our fantastic Alumni Team are making a splash at the annual York Dragon Boat Challenge, which will see 36 te...
17/06/2026

On 12 July, our fantastic Alumni Team are making a splash at the annual York Dragon Boat Challenge, which will see 36 teams racing across the River Ouse for charity. 🐉 🛶

The YSJ Paddle Scholars staff and student team are aiming to raise money to support our student scholarships, racing to help us move closer to our ambition that every eligible student who applies for a scholarship can receive one. One third of fundraising will also be split between Survive and York Rotary charity. More information below.👇

https://yorkrotary.enthuse.com/pf/ysj-paddlescholars

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