The University of Leeds started its journey in 1904, although its roots go back to the nineteenth century when its predecessors The Leeds School of Medicine and The Yorkshire College of Science were established in 1831 and 1874 respectively. Today, the university is a member of the Russell Group of prestigious research universities. It reserved a top ten spot in The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2018 and the Guardian University Guide 2019. 89% of its students in their third year are satisfied with the quality of their courses. It also finished third in the Times Higher Education Student Experience Survey.
The university welcomes 38,000 students (it is the fifth largest university in the UK), and about 9,000 students come from one of 170 foreign countries. The International Student Office is committed to helping international students adjust to their life in Leeds by providing advice and information. The university also awards subject related scholarships for international undergraduates based on their academic achievements.
The University of Leeds has eight faculties divided into several schools, centres, and institutes. A degree obtained in the university is highly valued by both employers and other higher education institutions. The university goes to great lengths to ensure the best quality of student life outside the classrooms. It provides access to 300 clubs and societies and its Student Union is the only one to win two prestigious Student Union Evaluation Initiative awards.
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Overview
The university is based in Leeds, a large city in Yorkshire - a two hour train ride from London. The city proposes a rich cultural life thanks to a variety of museums, sports venues, music events and clubs. The main campus is situated close to the city centre and is encircled by historical buildings showcasing a variety of architectural styles. The Student Experience Survey rated campus facilities of the University of Leeds second best in the UK. The university has recently invested over £120 million in The Sir William Henry Braggs Building, home to engineering and physical sciences faculties, and the new Laidlaw Library.
Guaranteed accommodation is secured for first year international undergraduate and postgraduate students, as well as undergraduate exchange students. Housing options are available in catered and self-catered halls of residence.
Subject Areas
English
History
Philosophy, Religion and History of Science
Languages, Cultures and Societies
Media and Communication
Design
Fine Art, History of Art & Cultural Studies
Music
Performance and Cultural Industries
Biology
Biomedical Sciences
Molecular and Cellular Biology
Accounting and Finance
Economics
International Business
Management
Marketing
Work and Employment Relations
Education
Law
Politics and International Studies
Sociology and Social Policy
Chemical and Process Engineering
Civil Engineering
Computing
Electronic and Electrical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Earth and Environment
Geography
Institute for Transport Studies
Chemistry
Food Science and Nutrition
Mathematics
Physics and Astronomy
Medicine and Health
