Enhancing the economic, social and civic wellbeing of people and places in Yorkshire.
A regional partnership of twelve Higher Education Institutions, Yorkshire Universities use our collective influence to strengthen knowledge, skills and civic leadership in Yorkshire.
Championing Civic Leadership in Yorkshire
We empower our members to lead in the civic agenda by connecting public policy with informed practice and knowledge transfer.
Brokering and Leading
Partnership Working
We create opportunities for strategic conversations that generate new ideas, fresh insights and innovation.
Championing Yorkshire
Knowledge and Skills
We support and champion collective aspirations on global questions, such as skills, infrastructure and innovation.
Promoting the Value
of Higher Education
We demonstrate how universities contribute to improved wellbeing and social mobility in cities, towns and communities.
Members
Our 12 higher education institutions are key anchor institutions. They contribute to the national and regional economy, educate over 225,000 students annually, support employment, provide public exhibitions and lectures, and work together to support the NHS, businesses and local councils.
News and Blog
- We are recruiting! Associate Role
- Y-PERN 2025 Conference Delivers Breakthrough Collaboration Between Yorkshire’s Academic and Policy Leaders
- UKREiiF: Insights, Innovation and Cross-Regional Collaboration
Our Impact
The Impact of Higher Education in Yorkshire
Contribute around £8bn
in gross output annually.
Produce over 68,000
graduates each year.
Invest over £270 million
in capital assets annually.
Welcome students from
over 150 Countries.
Our Work
Our work achieves a broad impact through collaboration with policymakers, local
authorities, government, and with other universities and Higher Education
Institutions across the UK.
Policy Engagement
Working with and to influence
policymakers nationally and in
the region. Read More
Climate & Sustainability
Supporting a response to issues
of climate and sustainability that is
truly representative of Yorkshire.
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Graduate Talent
Supporting graduate employability
and employment, as well as broader
student success as defined by
students themselves. Read More
Local & Regional Development
Supporting the economic, social and
environmental evolution and development of local places and regions. Read More
Health & Wellbeing
Working towards a fairer society
by combatting health inequalities.
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