# York St John University: graduate earnings and subjects

> Source: https://coursetojob.co.uk/universities/york-st-john-university/ — updated 2026-09-25. Published by CourseToJob (independent; not affiliated with UCAS, HESA or GOV.UK).

**Quick answer:** Five years after graduating, York St John University graduates had median earnings of £28,500 (middle half: £23,100–£35,100), compared with £33,700 across all GB higher education institutions. 90.1% were in sustained work or further study. The highest-earning subject area was Allied health (£35,000). Source: DfE LEO, 2023–24 tax year.

Location: York, England. UKPRN 10007713. Official website: http://www.yorksj.ac.uk

## What do York St John University graduates earn by subject?

Median earnings of UK-domiciled first-degree graduates by CAH level 2 subject area, tax year 2023–24. Source: DfE LEO provider-level data (https://department-for-education.shinyapps.io/leo-provider-dashboard/). Unadjusted; not a ranking of teaching quality.

| Subject area | 1 year | 3 years | 5 years | In work or study, 5 yrs | All GB HEIs, 5 yrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied health | £28,900 | £32,600 | £35,000 | 92.1% | £35,200 |
| Education and teaching | £26,200 | £30,400 | £33,100 | 91.6% | £29,600 |
| Business and management | £23,100 | £27,100 | £31,500 | 94.4% | £35,100 |
| Sport and exercise sciences | £19,900 | £26,400 | £29,500 | 88.6% | £30,400 |
| Philosophy and religious studies | Not published | £24,200 | £27,400 | 82.6% | £33,300 |
| Psychology | £23,400 | £23,800 | £27,100 | 88.7% | £29,600 |
| Performing arts | £19,000 | £22,000 | £26,200 | 89.7% | £26,000 |
| History and archaeology | £22,300 | £24,200 | £25,600 | 92.5% | £32,600 |
| Creative arts and design | £20,500 | £24,500 | £25,600 | 87.3% | £27,100 |
| English studies | £20,500 | £24,900 | £25,600 | 89.6% | £30,400 |
| Media, journalism and communications | £22,000 | £24,200 | £25,300 | 90.8% | £28,500 |
| Sociology, social policy and anthropology | £22,000 | £24,500 | £24,700 | 97.4% | £30,000 |
| Geography, earth and environmental studies | £24,900 | £27,400 | Not published | 85.7% | £35,100 |
| Politics | £24,200 | Not published | Not published | Not published | £36,600 |
| Law | £23,800 | £26,000 | Not published | Not published | £33,700 |
| Computing | £23,100 | £26,000 | Not published | 92.3% | £39,900 |
| Health and social care | £21,200 | £23,100 | Not published | Not published | £30,700 |
| Medical sciences | Not published | £27,400 | Not published | Not published | £40,300 |
| All subjects at York St John University | £22,700 | £25,600 | £28,500 | 90.1% | £33,700 |

## Frequently asked questions

### How much do York St John University graduates earn?

DfE LEO data for the 2023–24 tax year shows median earnings for UK-domiciled first-degree graduates of York St John University of £22,700 one year after graduating, £25,600 after three years and £28,500 after five years. Each figure is a different graduating cohort, and pay varies widely by subject.

### Which York St John University subjects have the highest graduate earnings?

Five years after graduating, the highest median earnings at York St John University were in Allied health (£35,000), Education and teaching (£33,100) and Business and management (£31,500), among subject areas with at least 20 graduates measured.

### Is York St John University good for graduate employment?

90.1% of York St John University first-degree graduates were in sustained employment, further study or both five years after graduating, against 88.7% across all GB higher education institutions. Outcomes reflect subject mix, entry grades and where graduates live as well as the university, so compare the specific subject you want to study.

### How do I apply to York St John University?

Undergraduate applications to UK universities, including York St John University, are usually made through UCAS. Check the exact course, entry requirements, fees and deadlines on the university's official course page before applying. CourseToJob does not handle applications.


CourseToJob's university–subject links are an editorial index, not a UCAS catalogue. Confirm courses on UCAS: https://www.ucas.com/explore/search/courses?query=York%20St%20John%20University