With all of our undergraduate degrees, you will gain hands-on experience with using specialist equipment and working in industry-standard environments, including:
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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1st for Learning Opportunities across Land-based sector
94% for Academic Support
1st for Assessment and Feedback across Land-based sectorÂ
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University Fees and Financial Support
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Industry Standard Facilities
- Wildlife and Conservation ParkÂ
- 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
Our Campus Locations
University Centre Askham Bryan has two centres, both located in North of England. Whether you’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.
Gateshead Centre
Askham Bryan University Centre’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.
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.
#1 Sunday Times best Northern City
Graduation 2024
University Centre Askham Bryan celebrates students’ academic achievements with its graduation ceremony at York Minster
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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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