York St John University

York St John University is a long-established UK university, founded in 1841, with a stated mission to transform lives through the power of education across generations. The university delivers higher education teaching for students from across the world and emphasises a safe, inclusive and inspirational learning environment. Alongside traditional undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, York St John offers degree apprenticeships and short courses and continuing professional development (CPD), giving employers options to develop staff through work-based higher education routes. Degree apprenticeships are highlighted within the university’s study options and business support offer, sitting alongside knowledge transfer partnerships, business clinics and opportunities to work with students, which can support organisational growth and workforce development. The university also promotes specialist support for apprenticeship students within its wider student support services. York St John underlines its commitment to social justice, widening participation and mental health, including participation in the University Mental Health Charter Programme and a University for Social Impact Strategy. Employers engaging with York St John for apprenticeships or CPD benefit from its strong regional role, community focus and a track record of quality teaching and partnership working with local businesses and organisations.