York University

About:

Founded in 1959, we are a community united by a strong sense of purpose and dedication to solving real-world problems.

York is a leading international teaching and research university and a driving force for positive change.

Empowered by a welcoming and diverse community with a uniquely global perspective, we are preparing our students for their long-term career and personal success. Together we are making things right for our communities, our planet, and our future.

For the third year in a row, York University has been ranked highly by the Times Higher Education (THE) global Impact Ranking, which ranks universities on their work towards the United Nations’ 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This year, York has placed 11th in Canada and 67th overall against 1,115 post-secondary institutions from 94 different countries.

Unique Features:

York is known for driving teaching and research excellence with cross-disciplinary programming, innovative course design and experiential education opportunities.

Study at York

Learning for life-long success. Whether you are finishing high school, transferring from another institution, advancing your career or deciding to study in Canada, York University offers a broad selection of degrees, programs and opportunities to support your learning journey.

Program Search

As a York student, you can choose from more than 200 innovative, flexible programs to align your degree to your career goals. Use our Program Finder to start exploring our diverse range of programs.

Campus Tours

See York's campus… in person or virtually. Join a current student and tour our world-class facilities and learn more about why we continue to attract the best and the brightest from around the globe.

International Admissions

As an international student, your decision to study away from home is a big one. At York, we will provide you with the opportunities and supports to create your big ideas that will make an impact on the world. We have programs that span the arts, engineering, education, business, health, life sciences, the environment, languages, cultures and international studies.

Transfer to York

Whether you transfer as a mature student, directly from another postsecondary institution or come back to school after a period away, you'll find your fit at York. We're proud to offer multiple pathways for those wishing to enhance their studies with further university education.

Non-Degree Studies

Have you already completed an undergraduate degree at York but would like to continue taking courses here? Apply for Non-Degree Status and you can still enroll in undergraduate courses.

Graduate Studies

Find your footing in a community of like-minded learners pushing the boundaries of knowledge to make excellence and equity matter in the wider world. Whether you love research or are looking for a competitive professional edge, we have options for you to explore.

Part-Time Studies

We strive to make our courses accessible to everyone through daytime-only, afternoon, evening, online and weekend programs, as well as part-time programs/courses. At York, we recognize your individual needs and provide alternatives to support you. Our varied study options will enable you to reach your goals, your way.

Return to York

If you are returning to York to complete your degree and you did not enrol in courses in the last fall/winter session, then you must reactivate your record.

Academics:

Among the finest anywhere, York’s Faculties introduce students to a broad perspective of the world that results in original thought and theory. Our flexible cross-discipline programming, innovative course design, and diverse experiential learning provides students with an amazing variety of academic opportunities where learning and debate are not only valued; they are encouraged.

School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design

For over 50 years, AMPD has led Canada in innovative artistic education, creation and research. Connecting cultural expression with evolving technologies, today we collaborate with future leaders who are ready to navigate a dynamic world to build more equitable and sustainable futures for themselves and their communities.

Faculty of Education

We strive to provide passionate, creative people with an inspiring environment in which they can gain the tools they need to motivate students and actively contribute to the evolution of education.

Glendon

Glendon Campus is recognized for its focus on languages, exclusive international study and exchange programs, as well as its entrepreneurship and experiential learning hubs. Come learn from forward-thinking leaders in a bilingual environment, travel the world, and gain the skills you need for employment success.

Faculty of Graduate Studies

Graduate Studies provides pan-university support and leadership for graduate education at York, and is dedicated to enhancing the academic and professional experiences of our graduate students.

Faculty of Health

Health’s six degree programs are Global Health, Health Studies (Informatics, Management, policy), Kinesiology & Health Science, Neuroscience, Nursing and Psychology. Students learn in classrooms, labs and with Community partners.

Lassonde School of Engineering

The Lassonde School of Engineering is the home of the Renaissance Engineer – where students discover their passions and gain real perspective.

Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

The largest of York's Faculties, LA&PS is home to a rich diversity of programs in the social sciences, humanities and professional fields, led by award-winning faculty whose research has global impact.

Osgoode Hall Law School

Osgoode's Juris Doctor, Graduate and Professional Development programs offer extraordinarily rich and varied perspectives on law taught by the country’s leading scholars and finest practitioners.

Schulich School of Business

With faculty positioned within the top echelon of management research globally and a vast alumni network in over 90 countries, Schulich is Canada's preeminent business school and a global leader in responsible business and sustainability.

Faculty of Science

A hub of excellence and innovation, the FSc is home to scientists of international stature, broadly engaged with advancing human knowledge, and dedicated to stimulating learning in and beyond the classroom.

Programs:

• Undergraduate/Bachelor & Post Graduate/Master
• Arts & Humanities –
• Applied Arts
• Classics
• Design
• Education
• Fine Arts
• History
• Literature
• Museum Studies
• Performing Arts
• Philosophy
• Religion and Theology
• Visual Arts
• Other Arts & Humanities Studies
• Business & Social Science
• Accounting / Finance
• Anthropology / Archaeology
• Business / Commerce / Management
• Communication and Media Studies
• Development Studies
• Economics
• Geography
• Law
• Library and Information Science
• Physical Education / Sport Science
• Political and International Studies
• Social Policy / Public Administration
• Social Work
• Sociology / Psychology
• Tourism / Hospitality
• Other Business & Social Science Studies
• Language & Cultural
• Aboriginal / Indigenous People Studies
• African Studies
• American & Caribbean Studies
• Ancient and Modern Languages
• Asian Studies
• English Studies
• European Studies
• French Studies
• Germanic Studies
• Indian / South Asian Studies
• Italian Studies
• Middle Eastern Studies
• Portuguese Studies
• Russian / Eastern European Studies
• Spanish Studies
• Other Language & Cultural Studies
• Medicine & Health
• Anaesthesia
• Anatomy
• Biomedical Science
• Dentistry
• Dermatology
• Medicine / Surgery
• Natural / Alternative Medicine
• Nursing
• Obstetrics / Gynaecology
• Optometry / Ophthalmology
• Orthopaedics
• Otorhinolaryngology
• Paediatrics
• Pathology
• Podiatry
• Psychiatry
• Radiography
• Speech / Rehabilitation / Physiotherapy
• Other Medical & Health Studies
• Engineering
• Aeronautical Engineering
• Agricultural Engineering
• Architectural Engineering
• Biomedical Engineering
• Chemical Engineering
• Civil and Environmental Engineering
• Computer and IT Engineering
• Electronic and Electrical Engineering
• General Engineering
• Geological Engineering
• Industrial Engineering
• Mechanical / Manufacturing Engineering
• Mining and Metallurgical Engineering
• Other Engineering Studies
• Science & Technology
• Agriculture / Forestry / Botany
• Aquaculture / Marine Science
• Architecture
• Aviation
• Biology / Biochemistry / Microbiology
• Chemistry
• Computer / Information Technology
• Energy / Environmental Studies
• Food Science
• Geology
• Mathematics / Statistics
• Multimedia
• Neuroscience
• Pharmacy / Pharmacology
• Physics
• Textiles and Fibre Science
• Zoology / Veterinary Science
• Other Science & Technology Studies