Last year the UK government announced plans to increase the tuition fee rate for UK undergraduate students each year in line with inflation, from 2026 onwards. They have now set out fees for the 2026/27 academic year which will apply to University of York students enrolled in September 2026. See our fees pages for more information.

A quick reminder that if you pay your own tuition fees or campus accommodation costs, a payment instalment is due at the end of this month. The easiest way to pay is via the ‘My Finance’ section in e:vision. If you have set up a direct debit, this will be automatically taken around 30 April. Remember: We will never contact you and ask for your card details over the phone for payments. See our 7 tips for spotting a scam. 

Questions about your reading list? Looking for digital tools to support your reading? Come to our drop-in session in the Library foyer 10am -1pm on Thursday (30 April) for tips and advice for getting the most from your reading lists.

Good luck to all those taking part in Roses at Lancaster this weekend. We all know that #RosesAreWhite! Keep up to date with the scores. 

A new law called the Renters’ Rights Act comes into force on 1 May 2026. It changes how private renting works in England and gives you stronger rights as a tenant. These changes may affect how you find housing, sign your contract and plan your tenancy. If you’re already renting when the law comes in, most of these protections will still apply to you.

Come and see us in the Library foyer (just beyond the turnstiles) between 12pm and 2pm on Friday (1 May). We’ll explain the new rules and answer your questions. No booking needed - just turn up. Find out more about the changes to renting.

Your dissertation supervisor provides one-to-one support for your project, advising you on your academic progress and intentions. Effective communication and preparation are essential for these meetings to go well. Check out our online successful supervisor meetings session tomorrow (28 April) to explore the role of a dissertation supervisor, how supervisors can and can't help you and what you can do to get the most out of your supervisory relationship.

If you are about to graduate and are yet to find your first graduate job, come to the Grad Jobs Fair on Wednesday 6 May. Meet employers who are recruiting to fill current vacancies and explore possible options for your next step after graduation. You can:

If you feel nervous about approaching an employer at the fair you can also get a fair buddy who will help initiate conversations.

The Travel and Transport team periodically checks and removes abandoned bicycles on campus. If you want to leave your bike on campus for an extended period of time, you must let us know. See what you need to do to secure your bike.

Ready to make an impact? Join over 100 students and staff at the Great York Walk 2026 on Saturday 16 May and help fundraise for vital mental health research.

Log on to Handshake, our careers platform, for jobs and opportunities:

See all updates for students on our website:

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