University Centre in York | Askham Bryan

Welcome to University Centre Askham Bryan

With our main campus in York and a centre in Gateshead, University Centre Askham Bryan specialises in land-based higher education, voted 1st for Learning Opportunities across the Land-based sector.

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Get the bigger picture at UCAB! Explore our unique programmes and specialist facilities for university degrees. Subjects areas include Animal Science, Agriculture, Equine and Veterinary Nursing.

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What our students say...

Feedback from the NSS survey

1st for Learning Opportunities across Land-based sector

94% for Academic Support

1st for Assessment and Feedback across Land-based sectorย 

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University Fees and Financial Support

Explore your options for student finance and how Askham Bryan University Centre can help you manage your study costs.

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Industry Standard Facilities

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With all of our undergraduate degrees, you will gain hands-on experience with using specialist equipment and working in industry-standard environments, including:

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  • Wildlife and Conservation Parkย 
  • Farming Estate
  • Science Centre
  • Equestrian Centre with Indoor and Outdoor Rising Schools
  • Veterinary Nursing Suite
  • AI Learn and Digital Skills Academy
  • Sports and Fitness
  • Heritage Farm

 

Askham Bryan College became part of a consortium of colleges in the region to develop the Yorkshire & Humber Institute of Technology designed to increase higher level technical skills for employers

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UCAB Applications

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Our Campus Locations

University Centre Askham Bryan has two centres, both located in North of England. Whether youโ€™re looking to attend a local university or want to seek new opportunities in a new environment, the North of England is an inspiring place to study.

York Campus

Our main campus is situated 6 miles west of the historic city of York, in the village of Askham Bryan. With on-campus accommodation and a large range of undergraduate courses in animal management, agriculture, equine studies, and adventure sport, our York university centre is a vibrant campus full of both academic and social opportunities.

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Gateshead Centre

Askham Bryan University Centreโ€™s Gateshead campus is our specialist veterinary nursing centre, where university students can immerse themselves in the study of veterinary nursing. Our Gateshead campus offers specialist veterinary equipment, allowing veterinary students to build their knowledge and confidence using industry-standard equipment in an environment surrounded by like-minded individuals.

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On-Campus Accommodation for Full-Time University Students

Living on campus will give you a wealth of opportunity, both socially and educationally.

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Live in one of the UK's most historical cities

Your time at University Centre Askham Bryan will be full of opportunities to meet new people, enjoy new experiences and develop new skills.

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#1 Sunday Times best Northern City

Graduation 2024

University Centre Askham Bryan celebrates studentsโ€™ academic achievements with its graduation ceremony at York Minster

Research at UCAB

Find out about some of the research undertaken

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Key Information for UCAB

If you’re interested in our publication scheme for Higher Education, you can visit this page for more information on our key policies and guidance.

Widening Access and Collaborative Outreach

Our widening participation and outreach programme is designed to ensure that everyone has an equal opportunity to access, attain and succeed in higher education.

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Askham Bryan University Centre partnership with Higher York

Higher York is a unique collaboration across two universities and two further education colleges. It provides York with a coordinated further and higher education ecosystem creating opportunities for educational progression across the city, region and beyond. Read more about the partnership and the Civic Agreement.

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