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Masters Degrees in York, United Kingdom
We have 335 Masters Degrees in York, United Kingdom
York is a historic city in the north of England (around 175 miles north of London), giving its name to the surrounding region of Yorkshire. There are two universities in York, with around 20,000 resident students.
What's it like to study a Masters in York?
From the Roman period into the Middle Ages, York was one of the most important cities in England, serving as the capital of successive British kingdoms. It retains many monuments and heritage sites associated with this prestigious history, including parts of the original Roman fortress town of Eboracum, medieval gates and city walls and the York Minster: a Cathedral building dating its origins to the seventh and eighth centuries.
York is also famous in world history as the place at which the first Christian Roman Emperor, Constantine the Great was proclaimed (a monument to him is located outside the Minster).
Studying a Masters in York will give you the opportunity to access some of the UK's best research and training facilities whilst living in an attractive city with a prestigious heritage. York features various famous shopping areas, including the Shambles, a historic cobbled area with many unique stores.
Entertainment facilities include various renowned theatres (including the York Theatre Royal, founded in 1744) and a popular local football team, York City FC. In addition to its own institutions and attractions, York is also well placed for students seeking to visit other nearby university cities, including Leeds and Sheffield.
Universities in York
The oldest university in York is the University of York, originally established in 1963. York is part of the UK's prestigious Russell Group of research-intensive universities. It is usually ranked in or around the top 15 universities in Britain and the top 100 internationally.
The city of York is also home to York St John University, originally a college of the University of Leeds before becoming an independent institution in 2006.
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3D Design & Technologies MSc
York St John University
The School of the Arts
Learn how to use a wide range of tools so that your designs are only limited by your imagination. Investigate new technologies and how they are changing the design industry. Read more
Applied Theatre MA
York St John University
The School of the Arts
The freedom to place your own practice is at the centre of this Applied Theatre programme. Whilst our specialist modules provide you with the opportunity to develop new skills and techniques in different locations and contexts, the central focus will be on your individual practice. Read more
Community Music MA
York St John University
The School of the Arts
You will reflect deeply on your existing practice on this programme, whilst receiving support from our experts to challenge and test new ideas through conducting research and exploring theoretical frameworks. Read more
Computer Science - London campus
York St John University
The School of Science, Technology and Health
This course helps you to further develop your knowledge and skills within the cutting-edge areas of Computer Science. The course has been designed to provide you with a blend of advanced theoretical knowledge and practical skills related to emerging technologies deployed in industry and research. Read more
Contemporary Literature MA
York St John University
The School of Humanities
Learn about the complex relationships between texts, theory and contemporary debate. You will study everything from novels and poetry to memoirs and creative non-fiction, engaging with British, American and postcolonial contemporary writing. Read more
Conversion MBA (online)
York St John University
York Business School
Designed to meet the needs of busy professionals, this programme is supported by a range of tutorials and workshop sessions and will be facilitated by online learning and a range of either online or face-to-face workshops and tutorials. On this programme, you will be led through a single 60 credit module influenced by your professional development and practice. Read more
Creative Writing MA
York St John University
The School of Humanities
This programme offers a great opportunity to join our thriving literary community and grow your creative potential. You will develop your skills as a writer and explore the theory and practice of writing in the contemporary world through a combination of taught modules, independent study, writing and research. Read more
Creative Writing MFA
York St John University
The School of Humanities
There are three distinct routes to this course. Each route offers focused but flexible structures to fulfil a range of motivations: Publication/book route - produce a full-length work (a novel, poetry collection, script or biography) for publication, performance or dissemination. Read more
Cross-disciplinary Masters (by Research)
University of York
York Cross-disciplinary Centre for Systems Analysis
This cross-disciplinary Masters by Research programme focuses on using cross-disciplinary research approaches to tackle complex … Read more
Digital Marketing & Data Analytics MSc
York St John University
York Business School
The aim of this programme is to develop your critical understanding and self-awareness of digital marketing and data analytics. We bring together relevant academic theory and research with practical activities. Read more
Doctorate of Counselling Psychology DCounsPsy
York St John University
The School of Education, Language and Psychology
The 3-year, full-time programme places an emphasis on both cognitive-behavioural and humanistic approaches to the development of counselling and psychotherapy skills. Read more
Education MA
York St John University
The School of Education, Language and Psychology
Our Education MA is a flexible programme taught at weekends and evenings. Throughout the course you’ll have the opportunity to explore links between theory, policy and practice in education at local, national and global levels. Read more
Entrepreneurship and Innovation MSc
York St John University
York Business School
Entrepreneurial and innovation skills are increasingly sought after by employers who want their teams to take advantage of new opportunities. Read more
Erasmus Mundus Masters Program in Public Policy
University of York
Department of Politics
Mundus MAPP is an internationally recognized European leader in Policy Studies. It offers an interdisciplinary curriculum delivered by four outstanding European universities. Read more
Executive MBA
York St John University
York Business School
You will study with a cohort of experienced professionals, building your network and giving you insights into best practice internationally. Read more