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OUR CAMPUS Leeds city centre Only a 10-minute BY THE CITY walk from campus

Leeds train station PARKINSON BUILDING The iconic landmark building of the University

LAIDLAW LIBRARY Designed for our undergraduate students Parkinson Building Laidlaw Library EDWARD BOYLE LIBRARY The Edge Includes a postgraduate-only Research Hub Leeds Doctoral College Edward Boyle Library LEEDS DOCTORAL COLLEGE Coordinates postgraduate research support and activities Leeds University Union THE EDGE Swimming pool, gym and sports halls St George’s Field ST GEORGE’S FIELD A beautiful green space in the heart of campus

LEEDS UNIVERSITY UNION Shops, cafés, music venues and home to our clubs and societies

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION Information provided by the University, such as in presentations, University brochures and on the University website, CONTENTS is accurate at the time of first disclosure. However, courses, University services and content of publications remain subject to change. Changes may be necessary to comply with the requirements of accrediting bodies or to keep courses contemporary through updating practices or areas of study. Circumstances may arise outside the reasonable control of the University leading to required changes. Such circumstances include industrial action, unexpected student numbers, significant staff illness (where a course is reliant upon a person’s expertise), unexpected lack of funding, severe weather, fire, civil disorder, political unrest, government restrictions and serious concern with regard WELCOME TO LEEDS 4 LEEDS AND YORKSHIRE 32 to the transmission of serious illness making a course unsafe to deliver. After a student has taken up a place with the University, the University will look to give early notification of any changes and try to minimise their impact, Introducing Leeds 33 offering suitable alternative arrangements or forms of compensation where it believes there is a fair case to do so. REDEFINING EXCELLENCE 6 City life 34 The latest key information on courses, entry requirements and fees can be found at courses.leeds.ac.uk and Research that makes a difference 7 Living in Leeds 36 www.leeds.ac.uk/pgr. Please check this website before making any decisions. Research-based learning 9 Inspirational teaching 10 YOUR STUDY OPTIONS 38 Leading research facilities 11 International Foundation Year routes 39 Your learning environment 12 Undergraduate courses 40 Masters courses 40 YOUR FUTURE CAREER 14 Postgraduate research 40 Develop your employability 15 Our subject areas and courses 41 Postgraduate research opportunities 54 AN INTERNATIONAL COMMUNITY 20 Talk to a student 21 NEXT STEPS 55 International student support 22 Costs to consider 56 Funding 57 CAMPUS LIFE 25 Applying to study here 58 On campus 26 How to apply 60 Students’ Union 28 Sport and fitness 29 NOTES 65 Wellbeing and support 30 MAP AND HOW TO FIND US 66

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WELCOME TO LEEDS FIND OUT MORE Top 100 Come and join us in one of the UK’s university in Join us Talk to a representative in your country most diverse and student-friendly the world Explore your subject, meet our academic staff We have: cities. Be part of a world top 100 and chat to some of our students at our fairs QS World University • offices in China, India, Japan, Malaysia university, with excellent teaching and virtual events. Rankings 2021 and Nigeria and a focus on your future. www.leeds.ac.uk/visitus • a global network of representatives who can advise you about applying to study with us The University of Leeds is a leading UK Chat to our students university, established in 1904. We’re a www.leeds.ac.uk/meetus global community, so you’ll have chance We hope that by the time you’re ready to Talk to a current international student to meet and work with staff and students start your studies with us the situation with about life at leeds. from all over the world. COVID-19 will have eased. However, please www.leeds.ac.uk/linktoleeds be aware, we will continue to review our We’ll help you reach your potential by: courses and other elements of the student • challenging you academically and personally experience in response to COVID-19 and we CONNECT WITH US • helping you develop employability skills may need to adapt our provision to ensure TALK TO US students remain safe. For the most up-to-date • supporting you every step of the way universityofleeds information on COVID-19, regularly visit our Find the course or postgraduate research website, which we will continue to update as +44 (0)113 343 2336 @UniversityLeeds opportunity for you at courses.leeds.ac.uk the situation changes. [email protected] and www.leeds.ac.uk/pgr www.leeds.ac.uk/covid19faqs

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RESEARCH Discover more about our leading REDEFINING THAT MAKES research at www.leeds.ac.uk/research EXCELLENCE A DIFFERENCE Our research tackles the big issues affecting today’s world. Here are some of the ways our discoveries are making a real difference to society. Learn from experts. Expand your understanding through the latest research in your field. Benefit from Photo: Dr A E Hogg, CPOM, University of Leeds excellent teaching and facilities. An international team, including researchers from Leeds, are estimating sea level rises more accurately, using satellite data to generate information on polar ice thickness and melting rates. We’re pioneering a technique to avoid rejection of transplant tissue by combining our medical engineering and medical immunology expertise.

Over 80% of our research is rated ‘world leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’ (REF 2014) Photo: Keo Theasrun, Documentation Center of Cambodia

Our researchers were part of a breakthrough We’re supporting young conflict survivors in the development of terahertz quantum across the world through an Arts and cascade lasers, which could lead to ultra-fast Humanities Research Council-funded project, transmission of data, potentially benefiting helping them use creative media to understand hospitals, research facilities and satellite conflict and share their experiences. communications.

6 WWW.LEEDS.AC.UK 7 UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS INTERNATIONAL GUIDE 2021 MAKE RESEARCH-BASED LEARNING AN IMPACT You’ll join a leading UK research university and one of the top 100 universities in the world (QS World University Rankings 2021). We’re a founding member of the prestigious Russell Group of 24 research-intensive universities. This means research is at the heart of your learning at Leeds, whatever your level of study.

Our courses are designed and taught by staff who are experts in their fields. Their research feeds directly into your course, so you can hear about the latest breakthroughs, even before they’re published.

Undergraduate and Masters students As an undergraduate or Masters student, you’ll carry out a research project, giving you the chance to develop and apply your research My lecturers were involved in skills and make your own discoveries. We’ll “the latest robotics research that encourage you to develop a researcher mindset impacts our lives in a big way – investigating, questioning and improving. – it’s an exciting area. I learnt the theory in the classroom and Postgraduate researchers then I got to apply it practically As a postgraduate researcher, you can in the lab. I enjoyed the hands-on be confident of structured supervision that Top 10 element of working with challenges and supports you. Our Doctoral UK university for College brings together all the support services electronics and mechanics. research power and opportunities available to enhance your For one of my projects I designed research, your development and your overall REF 2014 a robotic arm for a drone that experience at Leeds. could pick up and place objects. It’s great how you can think Contribute to our research excellence outside the box at Leeds. We need researchers at all levels with ” Learn more from Jefferson about his exciting new ideas and approaches. Over Jefferson Sanchez experience of research-based learning half our submissions to REF 2014 included Pictured in the National Instruments at www.leeds.ac.uk/jeffersonsanchez contributions from our PhD researchers. Active Learning Laboratory

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INSPIRATIONAL LEADING RESEARCH TEACHING FACILITIES

We’ll challenge you to explore, Enhance your learning with the question and discover, and to be an outstanding facilities of a leading active partner in your own learning. research-intensive university. You’ll study among inspirational academics Our cutting-edge facilities could benefit you 1 and be exposed to the latest discoveries in The University has invested directly or indirectly through the data and your subject area.  heavily“ in digital technology over insights they provide. the last few years, recognising that We achieved a Gold rating in the Whatever your specialism, we’ll encourage you government’s Teaching Excellence education is changing and students’ to collaborate with others in different disciplines Framework (TEF), recognising our expectations are changing too. to create new knowledge and insights. commitment to teaching quality. Digital technology can really support students’ learning and help them to Facilities that may help shape your Teaching achieve their outcomes. studies at Leeds include: Excellence ” Framework Professor Neil Morris LABORATORIES AND CLINICAL FACILITIES Dean of Digital Education Science, technology, engineering and maths students can develop their knowledge and You’ll benefit from a high-quality learning techniques using industry-standard clinical experience, which includes: Hear more from Neil about the University’s digital investment at and laboratory facilities. • a blend of virtual and face-to-face teaching www.leeds.ac.uk/neilmorris 2 (lectures, seminars and tutorials), with STUDIO, WORKSHOP AND time for independent study, project work, PERFORMANCE SPACES laboratory practicals or fieldwork ACADEMIC SUPPORT • the latest digital learning technology in some Art, design, theatre and music students can lecture theatres and seminar rooms to enable There’s lots of support to help you adjust refine their skills in fully equipped studios, collaborative and interactive learning to studying here, through: workshops and performance spaces. • access to video and audio recordings of most • English language support, available of your lectures and other learning activities before you start and while you’re studying M&S COMPANY ARCHIVE – see pages 13 and 59 through our Virtual Learning Environment The archive of this well-known British company • academic study skills advice and workshops is housed on campus and offers exciting – see page 17 research opportunities across disciplines, At undergraduate level, you’ll broaden your • your personal tutor (undergraduate or Masters) from business to textiles. studies beyond your subject area. or supervisor (postgraduate research) leedsforlife.leeds.ac.uk/broadening SPECIAL COLLECTIONS 3 The University’s Special Collections contains rare books, manuscripts 1. University of Leeds Driving Simulator and artworks for primary research. 2. M&S Company Archive 3. Steinway pianos in the School of Music, which has All-Steinway School status

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ENGLISH AND OTHER LANGUAGES Improve your English with the University’s Language Centre. A pre-sessional course can help you meet the English language requirements of your course (see page 59). Our teaching staff will help you improve your academic English and prepare you for life at LIBRARIES TECHNOLOGY YOUR LEARNING a UK university. The University Library is one of the UK’s major Free high-speed wi-fi across campus and Once you’ve started your course, you can ENVIRONMENT academic research libraries. There are four 24-hour computer clusters let you study when access learning materials from our Language libraries on campus, each offering a different and where suits you. Teaching spaces with Zone in different languages, including English. working environment. They’re equipped with the latest digital technology help you to learn As well as a study and resource centre on the latest technology and have spaces for collaboratively and interactively. You’ll find everything you need to campus, we offer online advice and digital group and individual study. You’ll have access to a range of standard resources, and language learning activities support your studies. We’re continually Our Laidlaw Library was purpose built for and specialist software, including Office 365, to help you study – all for free. investing in our campus – from new undergraduate students. The Research Hub linked to your University account and available We also provide free English language laboratories and lecture theatres to in the Edward Boyle Library is a dedicated anywhere. You can access personalised workshops and one-to-one consultations one of the most impressive libraries space for researchers and postgraduates, content (like your timetable and library record) alongside your degree. with extra-large study desks – especially useful through the UniLeeds app and you’ll find lots of in the UK. www.leeds.ac.uk/languagecentre when writing up your research. The Brotherton help and support online and in person from our Library is our oldest library, a beautiful historic IT Service Desk. space in which you can work and access it.leeds.ac.uk rare books and manuscripts in the Special Collections Research Centre. You can also benefit from friendly advice and academic skills support from expert Library staff. library.leeds.ac.uk

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You’re focused on your future. We are too. Make the most of everything at Leeds to help you succeed.

We design our courses to be relevant to DEVELOP YOUR industry through: • well-established links with leading EMPLOYABILITY organisations • work placement opportunities and talks by industry experts We understand that developing your • tutors, who are also industry consultants 7th employability alongside your academic and practitioners, sharing their most targeted UK studies is a priority. You’ll have lots of experience with you university by graduate opportunities to build your practical • professional accreditation and industrial recruiters and transferable skills, and to benefit advisory boards, which ensure courses from careers events and advice. meet employer needs The Graduate Market in 2020 The academic school which runs your course High Fliers Research can tell you about its employability focus.

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GAIN PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE You can build your practical skills and understanding through: • project work, fieldwork or work placements – included in many of our undergraduate and postgraduate courses • short placement or internship opportunities outside your course – advertised through our Careers Service and your academic school Student clubs and societies (see page 28) Having studied analytical philosophy DEVELOP TRANSFERABLE SKILLS • part-time jobs – advertised through the also offer opportunities to develop your Transferable skills – such as spoken and Union’s Joblink “as part of my course, I was able to personal motivation, teamworking and put this into practice during my year written communication and teamworking leadership style – as well as have fun. • an undergraduate work placement year at IBM. I learnt how to code and ran – are important whatever degree you’re – extending your degree to work in a studying. You’ll use them throughout your workshops to teach others how to do it. Leeds for Life business or organisation. Check if the career and many employers look for them. undergraduate degree you’re interested A real highlight was being part of IBM’s The Leeds for Life website brings together in offers this at courses.leeds.ac.uk team at Wimbledon, analysing matches Your course or research will help you develop opportunities and helps you record your skills like problem-solving, analytical skills and • internship and ambassadorial opportunities and looking at how players were experiences, so you can talk clearly and creative thinking. at the University – a great way to build your performing. I was really thrilled when confidently to potential employers about skills and confidence while being paid Free workshops and advice from our your skills and achievements. I was offered a place on the IBM leedsforlife.leeds.ac.uk There are restrictions on the work (paid graduate programme, as I could look Skills@Library service can help you strengthen your skills in areas like report and unpaid) international students can do. forward to a job that I’d enjoy. Check what your visa allows and talk to our ” writing, presenting and time management. International Student Office if you’re unsure. Demetra Brady

Find out more from Demetra about her work experience at www.leeds.ac.uk/demetrabrady

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CAREER ADVICE AND INFORMATION Whether you are a student or researcher, our Careers Service offers a range of events, online resources and personal advice and support, including information especially for international students. Make use of our online resources and personal support to understand your strengths and market yourself effectively. Get advice on résumé writing, job applications and I’m looking forward to going to some interview skills. conferences“ this year and meeting people Our many careers fairs, presentations, doing similar work. Networking is very workshops and events can help you important when you are doing any kind understand what employers are looking of research. The University organises for and make valuable connections. a lot of seminars and talks, so you not Events often include overseas employers only get to know people from your very and international alumni. Volunteering Study abroad specific area but other people too. Volunteering is a great way to broaden your Most of our undergraduate courses offer You’ll also find internships, placements and There are socials as well after seminars; experience and develop transferable skills while you the chance to study abroad as part support in finding graduate jobs through our you can always learn from others, Careers Service website. giving something back to the local community. of your degree. We have one of the widest so that’s great. There are lots of volunteering opportunities ranges of study abroad opportunities in careerweb.leeds.ac.uk ” you can get involved in once you’re here. the UK. You could take part in a summer Andrea Vidal Dura Thousands of our students volunteer for local school in Europe, Asia or Latin America Help from our alumni Postgraduate researcher in community groups and charities every year. or extend your degree to include a study As a student or researcher at Leeds, you can biogeochemistry luu.org.uk/volunteering abroad year. access one of the biggest alumni communities www.leeds.ac.uk/studyabroad of any UK university – a global network of Read more about Andrea’s over 270,000 Leeds graduates in more than Enterprise at Leeds experience of networking at 190 countries. The Leeds Network is an There are opportunities to develop your www.leeds.ac.uk/andreavidaldura entrepreneurial skills as part of your studies online networking tool which lets you connect – on an enterprise-related course or (for with alumni for practical careers advice and mentoring. You can also benefit from talks, undergraduates) through broadening As a postgraduate researcher, sharing your internship opportunities and scholarships (see page 10). research and building your professional profile provided by our alumni. (including through conference presentations) If you’re inspired to start your own business, are crucial. Our Doctoral College and your Spark, our business start-up service, academic school offer opportunities to connect can help you develop your idea into a BUILDING YOUR RESEARCHER PROFILE with other researchers and training to help you viable business. Your personalised online training plan, agreed realise your professional goals. There are also some great enterprise-focused between you and your supervisor, is the www.leeds.ac.uk/doctoralcollege student societies where you can develop cornerstone of your professional development. your skills and get practical experience To help you develop the skills relevant to (see page 28). your research and future career, we offer www.leeds.ac.uk/studententerprise workshops, courses and seminars specially designed for postgraduate researchers.

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Advice, help and support services – before you arrive and when you’re here.

Link to Leeds lets you connect “with current students and ask them anything about the University or the city. I used Link to Leeds when I was in Brazil and thinking of studying here. After talking to a Leeds student, I knew it was exactly what I wanted to do. As an ambassador, I used my own experience to answer TALK TO A STUDENT other people’s questions about my course, studying here and life Talk directly to some of our current international in Leeds. students about what it’s like to study here. Connect with our Link to Leeds ambassadors ” through live chats, email, instant messaging Jessica Martins and social media. Former Link to Leeds ambassador www.leeds.ac.uk/linktoleeds Pictured leading a campus tour

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INTERNATIONAL BEFORE YOU ARRIVE Our team of immigration experts can STUDENT SUPPORT provide free advice on immigration law and requirements. They can also help you with the process of applying for your visa. www.leeds.ac.uk/immigration I was a bit nervous coming to We’ve been welcoming international “ university because I’d never students for over 100 years, so you We’ll provide information and services to help you prepare for travel to the University. travelled alone before. It was can be sure of experienced help www.leeds.ac.uk/travel a big relief when I saw the and support. We hold a range of virtual and in-country University of Leeds sign at the events to give advice on life as an international airport. The team were very student in Leeds. friendly and helped me get to www.leeds.ac.uk/visitstoyourcountry my accommodation, where the We have offices in China, India, Japan, staff helped me to settle in. Malaysia and Nigeria, as well as a global The best part has been the 35th network of representatives who can advise friends I’ve made. You’ll never most international you about studying here. feel alone in Leeds because your www.leeds.ac.uk/meetus university in the world circle of friends can become Times Higher Education 2020 your family. Learn more from Keshav about being ” an international student at Leeds at Keshav Bansal www.leeds.ac.uk/keshavbansal Pictured at Leeds Bradford Airport

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Our single-site campus is just ONGOING SUPPORT a short walk away from the centre The International Student Office will continue of our thriving, multicultural city. to support you throughout your time at Leeds. They’re here to help all year round. Find out more about being an international student at Leeds at ARRIVING IN LEEDS www.leeds.ac.uk/internationalstudents When you arrive in Leeds, our Welcome team will give you all the information you need to SETTLING IN help you settle in during your first few days. There are lots of ways to make friends at Our free Meet and Greet service runs on the University. You can enjoy your favourite certain dates. Check these dates before you interests and hobbies or try some new ones arrange your travel. If you want to use the through the various clubs and societies at 3rd Meet and Greet service, you will need to Leeds University Union (see page 28). book it in advance. Find out more at in the UK for Meet students from all around the world student experience www.leeds.ac.uk/meetandgreet at our weekly Global Café. Explore amazing You’ll be invited to our international welcome nearby countryside through weekend walking Times Higher Education activities, a free programme of useful trips as part of the Get Out, Get Active Student Experience information sessions and social activities programme (see page 29). Survey 2018 before teaching starts. It’s an ideal way to be introduced to life at Leeds and to help you make new friends. www.leeds.ac.uk/internationalarrival

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ON CAMPUS

Join our global community and immerse yourself in student life at Leeds.

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1. The Stanley & Audrey Burton Gallery 2. Learn about growing food in our sustainable garden 3. Common Ground café, a space to relax in Leeds University Union 2 3 5 4. Café space outside the Edward Boyle Library 5. The gym at The Edge, our £13.5m indoor sports facility

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GET INVOLVED The Edge STUDENTS’ UNION SPORT AND FITNESS Education Facility With more than 300 student-led clubs and societies, you’ll find like-minded people, of the Year whatever your interests. Football, debating, National Fitness Awards 2018 You’ll join one of the best and most theatre, gaming, dance, photography, Keep fit, unwind and socialise with active students’ unions in the country. skydiving, even Quidditch are just a few of your a whole range of sport and fitness Its mission is to make sure you love options. There are different national and faith opportunities. your time at Leeds. societies too. Give it a Go sessions are a great way to try something new. And if you and your The Edge, our indoor sports facility on GET INVOLVED Leeds University Union brings together our friends want to take part in an activity which campus, has a 250-station gym with the There are more than 70 sports clubs at Leeds, student community and is 100% student led. doesn’t have a club, the Union will help you latest Technogym equipment and Sky TV, offering a chance to represent the University It’s a place to meet, work, socialise and relax. set one up. a 25m swimming pool, sauna and steam room, squash courts, sports halls, climbing either individually or in a team in the British It also offers independent help, advice, Most academic schools have their own wall and more than 220 classes a week Universities and Colleges Sports (BUCS) support and representation. societies too, with social events and talks during term time. leagues. Our Sport Scholarship programme from industry professionals. They’re a great The Union building is in the middle of campus. sport.leeds.ac.uk/the-edge supports elite athletes to achieve both sporting You can buy most things there – from everyday way to get to know people from other courses and academic excellence. groceries and University clothing to books and and year groups. There are excellent outdoor sports facilities Our social leagues are a great way to play stationery. There’s even a market selling local www.luu.org.uk at nearby Sports Park Weetwood and competitively against other student or staff produce right outside the Union every Monday Bodington playing fields, including a 1.6km teams, while our weekly social sport sessions in term time. outdoor-lit cycling circuit. An outdoor centre in the Yorkshire Dales offers hiking, caving, offer non-competitive fun without regular The Union has cafés, bars and clubs, as More than 300 mountain biking and climbing. commitment. The Get Out, Get Active well as theatres for student performances, sport.leeds.ac.uk/facilities programme gives you a chance to meet live entertainment, comedy nights and film clubs and societies new people while exploring Yorkshire. screenings. Union venues are also a destination for you to join sport.leeds.ac.uk/sport for top bands and artists.

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STUDENT MENTAL HEALTH CHILDCARE ON CAMPUS AND WELLBEING The Bright Beginnings Childcare Centre, You can access free professional and on campus, offers places for children MEDICAL CARE confidential counselling, wellbeing and mental between the ages of three months and WELLBEING health support in a range of ways, including five years (preschool). There’s also a Leeds Student Medical Practice is a National through groups, workshops, single-session playscheme in the school holidays for Health Service (NHS) practice which cares AND SUPPORT consultations, short-term counselling and children aged between three and 11 years. for students and their immediate families. web-based self-help resources. www.brightbeginningschildcare.co.uk It’s close to campus and offers all the usual students.leeds.ac.uk/supportandwellbeing general practitioner (GP) services. Read its The University offers lots of resources advice for international students. MULTIFAITH CAMPUS and information to support you. www.leedsstudentmedicalpractice.co.uk/ SUPPORT FOR DISABLED STUDENTS There are dedicated spaces across campus international-students Our Student Services Centre can help and If you are a disabled student, we’ll work with for prayer and quiet contemplation. In addition, advise you on accommodation, registration, If you need a visa to study in the UK, you will your academic school and other University the Emmanuel Centre is a place of welcome fees and funding, and more. Our For Students have to pay an immigration health surcharge services to ensure that we meet your needs and friendship, which offers support to website will direct you to all the support when you make your visa application. This and put in place any reasonable adjustments. you while you’re here. You can join in with services on offer. entitles you to health services under the NHS. regular events or talk in confidence to one Don’t wait until you start your course, contact students.leeds.ac.uk The surcharge you pay is based on the length of our chaplains, who have different faith of your visa. us early so we can discuss your needs and backgrounds. Leeds University Union offers impartial help www.gov.uk/healthcare-immigration-application arrange the right support before you get here. students.leeds.ac.uk/prayerandcontemplation and support with any problems you might students.leeds.ac.uk/disabledstudents have as a student. Although the team specialises in housing, money and academic concerns, they can support you with anything. Their help is free and completely independent of the University. www.luu.org.uk/student-advice

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A lively, cosmopolitan city in the centre of the UK. Easy access to London and mainland Europe. Beautiful countryside nearby. Just some of the reasons our students love Leeds. There are several specialist international INTRODUCING LEEDS supermarkets in the city centre and most large supermarkets sell international foods. There’s lots of green space, including parks, Leeds is at the heart of the UK in and around the city and stunning – a regional hub for business, culture countryside all around us. The Yorkshire Dales and sport, with a rich industrial and Peak District national parks, the North York Moors and the Lake District are all within heritage and everything you’d expect easy reach. from one of the country’s largest and fastest-growing cities. Leeds is well connected, nationally and internationally, with excellent transport links. We’re a multicultural city, home to people of It’s only 30 minutes from Leeds Bradford many nationalities and faiths. You’ll find places international airport and one hour from of worship to practise your religious beliefs and Manchester airport. A rail service connects others who share them. you to London and other parts of the country. There’s good, safe transport around the city too. Food and ingredients from around the world are www.leeds.ac.uk/citylife easy to find. Kirkgate Market in the city centre offers a huge range of fresh vegetables, fruit, spices and foods from many different countries.

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CITY LIFE

CULTURE The city boasts museums, galleries, theatres, resident opera and ballet companies, historic sites and festivals

MUSIC On campus and around the 1 city, from small clubs to a theatre-style arena 4 5

FOOD World food at restaurants, cafés and food festivals, and international supermarkets

SHOPPING Historic arcades, modern malls and one of the largest 2 6 indoor markets in Europe

SPORT Home to Yorkshire County Cricket Club, Leeds United Football Club, two national league rugby clubs, and host 7 to international sporting events like the Tour de Yorkshire cycle race 8

NEARBY PLACES 1. The Town Hall on 6. The food hall in Trinity the Leeds skyline Leeds shopping centre Moorland and national parks, 2. Live at Leeds music 7. Leeds water taxi on traditional towns and villages festival the River Aire and Yorkshire’s stunning 3. Light Night Leeds, the 8. Scarborough, a seaside coastline to explore UK’s largest annual arts resort on the east coast and light festival 9. Kirkstall Abbey, ruins 4. Tour de Yorkshire of an 800-year-old cycle race Cistercian monastery 3 9 5. Woodhouse Moor, a nearby park 34 WWW.LEEDS.AC.UK 35 UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS INTERNATIONAL GUIDE 2021

Leeds city centre One of the UK’s Best Places to Live The Sunday Times 2019

LIVING IN LEEDS UNIVERSITY ACCOMMODATION PRIVATE ACCOMMODATION Our University accommodation can be a Leeds has a wide range of good-quality private fantastic way to make new friends and feel part accommodation to suit all lifestyles and budgets. of our community. We offer a range of options, The city centre offers smart, modern Leeds is a great place to live, with on and off campus, including postgraduate- apartments perfect for city living. Headingley only residences, different contract lengths and a wide range of accommodation and Hyde Park are just a short walk or bus flexible payment methods. options. Whether you’re looking for ride from campus and are popular with both University or private accommodation, Your rent includes all utility bills, internet students and academics. Several suburbs offer a flat, shared house or family home, access, contents insurance and membership family homes, good schools and green spaces of The Edge, our sports, health and fitness we’re confident you’ll find something Independent help and advice on all aspects facility (not included in family or summer of private accommodation is available from: to meet your needs. accommodation). All our accommodation has a 24-hour security service. • Unipol, a student housing charity that works closely with the University Read more about University accommodation, Our guarantee including how and when to apply, at • the independent advice centre in the We guarantee* an offer of single accommodation.leeds.ac.uk students’ union University accommodation for new www.unipol.org.uk students paying international fees www.luu.org.uk/student-advice who apply before the deadline.

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INTERNATIONAL OTHER FOUNDATION YEAR OPTIONS YOUR FOUNDATION YEAR International Foundation Year at Leeds International Study Centre ROUTES If you don’t meet the entry requirements to study at the University of Leeds, Study Group STUDY offers an alternative International Foundation Year at Leeds International Study Centre There are several international (LISC). This option provides more flexible OPTIONS foundation year routes which allow entry requirements and start dates in you to progress to our undergraduate September or January. Students are taught degree courses. by Study Group staff and are based at Leeds Beckett University’s campus. UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS You will gain the academic knowledge INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION YEAR and language skills to allow you to progress (when you’ve successfully completed the This is one of the most established and course) to Year 1 of a range of undergraduate Study with us at international successful international foundation year degrees in business, engineering, law or programmes of its type in the UK. For science at the University of Leeds. LISC also foundation, undergraduate, Masters more than 30 years the University of Leeds offers International Year One preparation International Foundation Year has been helping programmes in certain subjects, allowing or postgraduate research level. high-achieving international students to realise progression to Year 2 of an undergraduate their ambition of studying for an undergraduate degree at the University of Leeds. Or get a taste of Leeds through degree at the University of Leeds. www.leedsisc.com our international summer school During this year of study, all your teaching is delivered by academic staff at the University International Foundation Year with or short-term study programme. of Leeds. You are taught on campus and have NCUK full access to University facilities. You can also choose to complete foundation Alongside academic study skills and year preparation in your home country. English, you will study subject-specific, The University of Leeds is one of the founder tailored modules, designed to ensure that universities of NCUK, which delivers a range you are fully prepared for your next years of undergraduate and postgraduate degree of undergraduate study. The International pathway qualifications specifically designed Foundation Year is available for more than 140 as preparation for international students. different degree courses across the University. These qualifications include undergraduate internationalfoundationyear.leeds.ac.uk International Foundation Year and International Year One programmes and a postgraduate Pre-Masters Preparation programme. NCUK provides an extensive network of study centres globally. www.ncuk.ac.uk

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world-class tuition with academic field trips. Masters courses UNDERGRADUATE You’ll also enjoy social activities and cultural OUR SUBJECT AREAS visits, both in Yorkshire and to famous UK cities. Accounting and Finance COURSES www.leeds.ac.uk/summer AND COURSES Actuarial Finance Advertising and Marketing Banking and International Finance Our undergraduate degrees offer a high At Leeds, research is at the heart Business Analytics and Decision Sciences level of academic knowledge, as well as MASTERS COURSES of our teaching. Our staff are experts great opportunities to develop your personal Business Psychology and professional skills. You can choose in their fields and will share the latest Consumer Analytics and Marketing Strategy from single or joint honours and Integrated thinking with you. A Masters course offers the chance to study Masters courses. Many courses allow you Corporate Communications, your subject at a higher level and enhance your to extend your degree and spend a year Marketing and Public Relations career prospects. on work placement or studying abroad. ACCOUNTING, ECONOMICS, Data Analytics and Our full-time Masters courses normally last up FINANCE, INTERNATIONAL On all our courses – single and joint honours Human Resource Management to 12 months. Courses may include a blend – you carry out a final-year research project. BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT Digital Information Management of online and face-to-face teaching. We also On an Integrated Masters course, you study AND MARKETING and Systems Innovation offer online-only courses and distance learning for four years: the first three years at courses, which involve online study plus face- Leeds University Business School is one of a Economics undergraduate level and the final year to-face meetings (subject to residential status). small number of business schools worldwide at postgraduate level. Economics and Finance to be triple-accredited by AACSB, AMBA and You qualify as a Master of Arts (MA), a Master Enterprise and Entrepreneurship EQUIS. Our courses combine professional Joint honours of Science (MSc) or other knowledge area. practice, up-to-date business knowledge Finance and Investment This guide gives a general overview of our A Masters of Research (MRes) is an advanced, research-based degree which helps to prepare and research expertise, preparing you for Financial Mathematics courses. For all the study options and subject the competitive global job market. combinations you can study, visit you for PhD study or a research career. Financial Risk Management www.leeds.ac.uk/masters courses.leeds.ac.uk Undergraduate courses Global Strategy and Innovation Management Global Supply Chain Management Accounting and Finance Human Resource Management SHORT-TERM STUDY Banking and Finance International Business If you can’t commit to degree study with POSTGRADUATE Business Economics us, you can still experience studying at International Marketing Management Business Management the University of Leeds and life in the UK. RESEARCH Management Business Management Study at the University, for a semester and the Human Resource Management Consulting or academic year, alongside home and Studying for a research degree is about international students taking full degree Business Management with Marketing Master of Business Administration (MBA) pushing the boundaries of knowledge. courses. Choose from a wide range of Economics Organizational Psychology A doctorate normally takes three years undergraduate modules in all faculties. of full-time study to complete. Economics and Finance You may be able to transfer any credits you gain to your degree in your home country. Find out about our research projects, Human Resource Management www.leeds.ac.uk/incomingstudyabroad funding opportunities, research areas International Business Find out about the undergraduate and supervisors at International Business and Finance phd.leeds.ac.uk and Masters courses you can study LEEDS INTERNATIONAL SUMMER SCHOOL International Business and Marketing at courses.leeds.ac.uk Immerse yourself in British culture with Read more about our postgraduate research our exciting short programme. The Leeds opportunities on page 54 International Summer School combines

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BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES CHEMISTRY, PHYSICS COMPUTING DESIGN A world-leading destination for the study of AND NATURAL SCIENCES We’re ranked top 10 in the UK for computer We’re ranked 5th in the UK for Art and biological sciences, we’re ranked top 20 in We’re ranked top 10 in the UK for chemistry science in the Complete University Guide 2021. Design (Complete University Guide 2021). the UK for biosciences (Guardian University and 5th in the UK for physics (Guardian Our active research environment allows us to Our courses are designed to meet commercial, Guide 2020) and top 100 in the world for University Guide 2020). Our active research offer a range of exciting courses. Strong links cultural and technological needs, now and in life sciences (Times Higher Education World environment means you’ll be taught by with industry ensure our courses are current the future. Combining theory, practice and University Rankings by Subject 2020). academics who are making discoveries and match employers’ needs. research, we aim to develop our students Our courses are at the forefront of knowledge, and contributing to scientific knowledge. as ‘added value’ innovators who can use reflecting the latest developments in the field Undergraduate courses aesthetics and technology to generate of biological sciences. Undergraduate courses Computer Science creative concepts and products. Undergraduate courses Chemistry Computer Science with Undergraduate courses Chemistry and Mathematics Artificial Intelligence Biochemistry Art and Design Medicinal Chemistry Computer Science with Biological Sciences Fashion Design Natural Sciences High-performance Graphics Biological Sciences and Games Engineering Fashion Marketing Physics (Biotechnology with Enterprise) Computer Science and Mathematics Fashion Technology Physics with Astrophysics Biology Graphic and Communication Design Theoretical Physics Masters courses Ecology and Conservation Biology Textile Design Genetics Masters courses Advanced Computer Science Human Physiology Advanced Computer Science Masters courses Chemical Biology and Drug Design Medical Biochemistry (Artificial Intelligence) Advertising and Design Chemistry Medical Microbiology Advanced Computer Science Design Physics (Cloud Computing) Medical Sciences Fashion, Enterprise and Society Polymers, Colorants and Fine Chemicals Advanced Computer Science (Data Analytics) Microbiology Global Fashion Management Data Science and Analytics for Health Neuroscience Textile Sustainability and Innovation High-performance Graphics Pharmacology and Games Engineering Zoology

Masters courses Biodiversity and Conservation Biodiversity and Conservation with African Field Course Biopharmaceutical Development Bioscience Find out about the undergraduate Infection, Immunity and Human Disease and Masters courses you can study Neuroscience at courses.leeds.ac.uk Plant Science and Biotechnology Precision Medicine: Genomics and Analytics

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EDUCATION ENGINEERING Masters courses ENGLISH We’re ranked top 50 in the world for education We are one of the largest engineering groupings Advanced Chemical Engineering The School of English is a large, diverse (QS World University Rankings 2020). in the UK, delivering teaching and research Advanced Concrete Technology and dynamic learning community with a Our courses are taught by an international through four schools, and ranked in the top 10 (distance learning) wide range of research and subject areas. team of leading academics who are experts in the Guardian University Guide 2020. Advanced Mechanical Engineering We’re ranked 32nd in the world for English in their fields. Our teaching is enhanced language and literature in the QS World Aerospace Engineering by our research, 90% of which was judged Undergraduate courses University Rankings by Subject 2020. Automotive Engineering ‘very considerable’ or ‘outstanding’ in its Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering impact in REF 2014. Chemical Process Engineering Our undergraduate joint honours courses offer Architectural Engineering exciting combinations of two subjects in one Communications and Signal Processing Undergraduate courses Architecture degree. Some courses can only be studied as Electrical Engineering joint honours. The list below shows just some Childhood Studies Automotive Engineering and Renewable Energy Systems of our courses (single and joint honours). Aviation Technology with Pilot Studies Education Electronic and Electrical Engineering For all the options and subject combinations and Management Psychology with Education Embedded Systems Engineering you can study, visit courses.leeds.ac.uk Chemical Engineering Teaching English to Speakers Energy and Environment Undergraduate courses of Other Languages (TESOL) Chemical and Energy Engineering Engineering Management (online) Chemical and Materials Engineering English and Comparative Literature Engineering Project Management Masters courses Chemical and Nuclear Engineering English and Film Studies Engineering, Technology and Childhood Studies Civil Engineering English Language and Linguistics Business Management Deaf Education (with or without Civil and Environmental Engineering English Language and Literature Teacher of the Deaf qualification) Environmental Engineering and Civil and Structural Engineering Project Management English Literature Digital Education Civil Engineering with Geotechnical Engineering English Literature and Theatre Studies Education Project Management International Construction English Literature with Creative Writing International Education Leadership and Policy Civil Engineering with Transport Management and Engineering Leadership and Digital Education Masters courses Electronic Engineering Materials Science and Engineering Provision for Children with Creative Writing and Critical Life Electronic and Communications Engineering Mechatronics and Robotics Developmental Disorders English Literature Electronic and Electrical Engineering Medical Engineering Special Educational Needs Postcolonial Literary and Cultural Studies Electronics and Computer Engineering Petroleum Production Engineering TESOL Electronics and Renewable Railway Engineering with Project Management TESOL and ICT Energy Systems Structural Engineering TESOL (China) Materials Science and Engineering Transport Infrastructure: TESOL for Young Learners Mechanical Engineering Design and Construction TESOL Studies Mechatronics and Robotics Water, Sanitation and Health Engineering TESOL Teacher Education Medical Engineering Find out about the undergraduate Product Design and Masters courses you can study at courses.leeds.ac.uk

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FINE ART, HISTORY OF ART FOOD SCIENCE AND NUTRITION GEOGRAPHY, ENVIRONMENT Structural Geology with Geophysics Sustainability and Business AND CULTURAL STUDIES We’re ranked 1st in both the Guardian AND EARTH SCIENCES Sustainability and Consultancy The School of Fine Art, History of Art and University Guide 2020 and the Complete We’re ranked 14th for earth sciences in the Cultural Studies was 3rd in the UK for fine University Guide 2021. We are globally QS World University Rankings by Subject Sustainable Cities art in REF 2014. It offers a unique combination renowned for our teaching and research across 2020 and top 16 in the world for geography Sustainable Food Systems of courses centred on the encounter between the whole spectrum of food, from the molecular in ShanghaiRanking’s Global Ranking of historical, cultural and theoretical analysis, level to how food affects our body and how our Academic Subjects 2020. Our reputation for museum and heritage studies and fine diet is influencing our health. You’ll be taught by world-class research and innovative teaching HISTORY AND art practice. active researchers and visiting industry experts, shapes your studies and offers the opportunity MEDIEVAL STUDIES helping prepare you for a career in one of the to work alongside academics at the forefront Undergraduate courses world’s biggest industries. of research on major global issues. Ranked 10th in the UK for history (Guardian Cultural and Media Studies University Guide 2020), we have an Undergraduate courses Undergraduate courses international reputation for innovative research Fine Art Food Science Environment and Business and teaching in medieval studies, medical Fine Art with Contemporary histories, the histories of South and East Asia, Food Science and Nutrition Environmental Science Cultural Theory Africa and the Americas, as well as European, Fine Art with History of Art Nutrition Geography British and international history. Geography and Geology History of Art Masters courses Undergraduate courses History of Art with Cultural Studies Geography with Environmental Mathematics Food Quality and Innovation Ancient History Geography with Transport Studies Food Science History Masters courses Geology Food Science (Food Biotechnology) International History and Politics Art Gallery and Museum Studies Geophysics Food Science and Nutrition Arts Management and Heritage Studies Sustainability and Environmental Management Masters courses Critical and Cultural Theory Nutrition Masters courses Medieval Studies Curating Science Modern History Fine Art Climate and Atmospheric Science Race and Resistance Social History of Art Climate Change and Environmental Policy Social and Cultural History Ecological Economics War and Strategy Engineering Geology Environment and Development Environment and Development with Integrated International Fieldwork Exploration Geophysics Geographical Information Science (online) Geographical Information Systems (GIS) Find out about the undergraduate Geography (by Research) and Masters courses you can study River Basin Dynamics and Management with at courses.leeds.ac.uk Geographical Information Systems (GIS)

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LANGUAGES, CULTURES Modern Languages and English LAW AND CRIMINOLOGY MATHEMATICS or History or Philosophy AND SOCIETIES We’re ranked in the UK top 10 for law (The As one of the UK’s largest mathematics Modern Languages and International Times and Sunday Times Good University departments, our expertise ranges from The School is one of the UK’s leading centres Relations or Politics for research and teaching in the field of Guide 2020) and 4th for criminology (Guardian data science to fluid dynamics and financial Modern Languages and Linguistics languages, cultures and societies, both ancient University Guide 2020). You’ll deepen and statistics. This gives you the opportunity to and modern, as well as linguistics, translation Portuguese broaden your knowledge of important aspects specialise and focus on your future career. and film studies. We’re ranked top 20 in the Russian of law and criminal justice and develop the We’re ranked in the UK top 10 for research analytical and critical reasoning skills so vital quality, impact and power (REF 2014). UK for modern languages and linguistics Spanish (Guardian University Guide 2020). in modern employment. Spanish, Portuguese and Undergraduate courses Undergraduate courses Our undergraduate joint honours courses offer Latin American Studies Actuarial Mathematics exciting combinations of two subjects in one Thai Studies Criminal Justice and Criminology Financial Mathematics degree. Some courses can only be studied as Law Mathematics joint honours. The list below shows just some Masters courses Law (graduate programme) of our courses (single and joint honours). Mathematics and Statistics Applied Translation Studies For all the options and subject combinations Law with European Legal Studies you can study, visit courses.leeds.ac.uk Arabic/English Translation Law with French Law Masters courses Audiovisual Translation Studies Data Science and Analytics Undergraduate courses Law with German Law Business and Public Service Interpreting Law with Hispanic Law Mathematics Ancient History Business and Public Service Law with International Legal Studies Statistics Arabic and Islamic Studies Interpreting and Translation Studies Statistics with Applications to Finance Arabic and Middle Eastern Studies Conference Interpreting Masters courses Asia Pacific Studies Conference Interpreting and Translation Studies Criminal Justice and Criminal Law Chinese (Modern) Film Studies Criminal Justice and Criminology Classical Civilisation Linguistics Intellectual Property Law Film Studies Linguistics and English Language Teaching International Banking and Finance Law French Professional Language and Intercultural Studies International Business Law German International Corporate Law Islamic Studies International Human Rights Law Italian International Law and Global Governance Japanese International Trade Law Liberal Arts (International Language) Law (Graduate Programme) Linguistics and Phonetics Law and Finance Middle Eastern Studies Law and Social Justice Modern Languages Security, Conflict and Justice Find out about the undergraduate Modern Languages and Business and Masters courses you can study or Economics at courses.leeds.ac.uk

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MEDIA AND COMMUNICATION MEDICINE, DENTISTRY, International Health Masters courses Medical Imaging From political campaigns to popular HEALTHCARE AND PSYCHOLOGY Applied Psychology of Music Medicine (MRes) culture and social networking, media We have an internationally excellent reputation Applied Theatre and Intervention and communication are at the centre for the outstanding quality of our teaching Molecular Medicine Arts Fundraising and Philanthropy of everyday life. We’re ranked 2nd in the and research. We continue to be innovators Oral Surgery Audiences, Engagement, Participation UK for communication and media studies in medical science, with over 80% of the Paediatric Dentistry (The Times and Sunday Times Good University’s research activity rated as either Critical and Applied Musicology Psychological Approaches to Health University Guide 2020), offering degrees ‘world-leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’ Critical and Experimental Composition which emphasise choice and skill development. (REF 2014). Our goal through research and Psychotherapy and Counselling Culture, Creativity and Entrepreneurship education is to improve the quality of life, Public Health (International) Undergraduate courses Electronic and Computer Music not only for individuals but also for society. Systemic Family Therapy Music and Management Communication and Media Undergraduate courses Systemic Practice Music and Wellbeing Digital Media Performance Film, Photography and Media Dental Hygiene and Dental Therapy Performance Design Journalism Dental Surgery, Oral Science MUSIC, THEATRE AND Diagnostic Radiography PERFORMANCE Writing for Performance and Publication Masters courses Healthcare Science (Audiology) Music and performance provide the creative Communication and Media Healthcare Science (Cardiac Physiology) means to express emotions and engage the Film, Photography and Media Medicine and Surgery mind – on stage and in the wider world. Our degrees offer a multidisciplinary approach International Communication Psychology to your studies in order to develop the critical, Advanced Psychology International Journalism creative and entrepreneurial skills needed in Media Industries the cultural industries. Masters courses New Media Undergraduate courses Political Communication Cancer Biology and Therapy Global Creative Industries Promotional Media Cardiac Device and Rhythm Management Clinical Education Music Clinical Embryology (distance learning) Music (Performance) Clinical Embryology and Assisted Music and Music Psychology Reproduction Technology Music, Multimedia and Electronics Cognitive Development and Disorders Music with Enterprise Dental Materials Theatre and Performance Dental Public Health Theatre and Performance Diagnostic Imaging with Enterprise Echocardiography Find out about the undergraduate Health Data Science and Masters courses you can study Health Informatics with Data Science at courses.leeds.ac.uk Health Research

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NURSING, MIDWIFERY PHILOSOPHY, RELIGION SOCIOLOGY, SOCIAL POLICY, SPORT AND EXERCISE SCIENCES AND SOCIAL WORK AND APPLIED ETHICS POLITICS AND INTERNATIONAL We are 1st in the UK for ‘world-leading’ Ranked top 50 in the world for nursing and 6th We provide inspirational, innovative teaching STUDIES research in the area of sport and exercise in the UK (QS World University Rankings by and learning in philosophy, religion and the The School of Politics and International sciences (REF 2014), meaning you will benefit Subject 2020), the School of Healthcare has history of science. We’re also home to the Studies is ranked top 50 for development from research-based specialist knowledge. an internationally excellent reputation for its Inter-Disciplinary Ethics Applied Centre studies (QS World University Rankings 2020), At postgraduate level, we offer experienced outstanding quality of teaching and research. – a specialist unit for teaching, research, bringing together an international staff and professionals a unique blended learning You’ll be taught by healthcare experts who are training and consultancy in applied ethics. student community. The School of Sociology and opportunity with practitioner-led training. embracing technologies and modern facilities Social Policy is top 10 in the UK for social policy Undergraduate courses Undergraduate courses to deliver solutions that make an impact on the (Complete University Guide 2021), with research real world, right now. This means your future Liberal Arts that informs and enriches your learning. Sport and Exercise Sciences career will benefit from the latest thinking, Philosophy Sports Science and Physiology insights and techniques. Undergraduate courses Philosophy, Ethics and Religion International Development Masters courses Undergraduate courses Philosophy, Politics and Economics International Relations Sport and Exercise Medicine Midwifery Philosophy, Psychology Politics Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation Nursing (Adult) and Scientific Thought Social Policy Nursing (Child) Religion, Politics and Society Social Policy and Crime Theology and Religious Studies Nursing (Mental Health) Social Policy and Sociology TRANSPORT STUDIES Social Work Masters courses Social Policy with Enterprise We’re 15th in the world for transportation science and technology in ShanghaiRanking’s Masters courses Applied and Professional Ethics (online) Sociology Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2020. Advanced Clinical Practice Biomedical and Healthcare Ethics Masters courses Our courses have been developed in History of Science, Technology and Medicine partnership with industry, are guided by Clinical Assessment Conflict, Development and Security current research and provide excellent Pharmacy Practice Philosophy Disability Studies teaching. You’ll develop specialist knowledge Philosophy of Religion and Ethics (online) Psychotherapy and Counselling Gender Studies which will set you apart from your peers and Religion, Politics and Society Social Work (with Professional Registration) Global Development help you on your career path. Theology and Religious Studies Global Governance and Diplomacy Masters courses Inequalities and Social Science Railway Operations, Management and Policy International Relations Sustainability in Transport International Relations and Politics of the Middle East Transport Economics Political Science Transport Planning Public Administration (MPA) Transport Planning and Engineering Security, Terrorism and Insurgency Transport Planning and the Environment Social and Political Thought Social and Public Policy Find out about the undergraduate Social Research and Masters courses you can study at courses.leeds.ac.uk Society, Culture and Media

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POSTGRADUATE RESEARCH NEXT OPPORTUNITIES STEPS Studying for a doctorate is about pushing the boundaries of knowledge. You’ll conduct your own supervised research and will need to be passionate about your subject. We’ll challenge you intellectually and push Choosing the right university you to new levels. A doctorate normally takes is an important decision and three years’ full-time study to complete. It’s hard work but the rewards can be huge. an investment in your future. In the end, you’ll be an expert in your field. The scale and quality of our research gives you the opportunity to be part of internationally Our Doctoral College will support you important work. Over half our submissions throughout your time as a postgraduate to REF 2014 included contributions from researcher. It brings together all the support PhD researchers. You can work on existing services and opportunities you’ll need to projects, such as sustainable food sources enhance your research, your development and climate change, or conduct your own and your overall experience. independent research project. And you’ll find all the facilities and support you need to excel Find out about our research projects, funding during your time here. opportunities, research areas and supervisors at phd.leeds.ac.uk The University of Leeds is home to several interdisciplinary centres, like the Priestley International Centre for Climate and the Astbury Centre for Structural Molecular Biology, which pool expertise from different disciplines to extend the limits of knowledge. Whatever your specialism, there will be opportunities for you to work with others in your discipline and across disciplines through research groups, conferences and informal networks and socials, both within the University and in other institutions.

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FUNDING FROM THE UK GOVERNMENT The UK government offers postgraduate scholarships to international students, such as the Chevening Awards and the Commonwealth Scholarships. Read more at www.gov.uk/postgraduate-scholarships- international-students There is also funding for students in specific countries. Find out what’s available from the British Council website. https://study-uk.britishcouncil.org/options/ scholarships-financial-support

FUNDING FROM THE UNIVERSITY We offer a wide range of scholarships for international students to help towards LIVING COSTS paying tuition fees or living costs. Check the COSTS TO CONSIDER FUNDING relevant website below and your academic Living costs include things like the cost of your school’s webpages. Scholarships can be accommodation, food, transport and social very competitive, so it’s important you make activities. Leeds is a relatively low-cost city enquiries and apply to all possible sources There are two main costs to consider at compared to some areas of the UK, but you still Studying abroad is a big investment. of funding at an early stage. Keep checking university: tuition fees and living costs. need to budget carefully. Get advice on money, Being able to finance your studies is for updates, as new scholarships are added budgeting and the cost of living in Leeds on our an important factor in your decision throughout the year. For Students website at to study in the UK. You might be TUITION FEES students.leeds.ac.uk/budgetandcosts Undergraduate students able to get funding from government, www.leeds.ac.uk/internationalscholarships The tuition fees for 2021 should be confirmed When you apply for your visa, you’ll have to independent sponsors, the University by autumn 2020 and will be available on our prove that you can support yourself financially or other funding bodies. Masters students website. The UK government has confirmed while in the UK. Contact our immigration www.leeds.ac.uk/mastersfunding that from the start of the 2021–22 academic advisers if you have any questions. Postgraduate researchers year EU students will pay international fees. www.leeds.ac.uk/immigration FUNDING FROM YOUR GOVERNMENT www.leeds.ac.uk/researchdegreesfunding For undergraduate and Masters students Check if any funding is available from your read more at courses.leeds.ac.uk country to study in the UK. This could be For postgraduate researchers read more at from your home government, or from www.leeds.ac.uk/pgrfees companies or organisations based in your home country. Visit their websites or contact If you will be studying a Masters and you need your local government office. a Tier 4 student visa to study in the UK, you must pay a tuition fee deposit, unless you are fully funded by a University-recognised sponsor. Find out more at www.leeds.ac.uk/tuitionfeedeposits

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English language courses Improve your English before you start your studies with a course at the University Language Centre. Our pre-sessional English courses can help you meet the English language requirements of your academic course and prepare you for life and study in the UK. You’ll benefit from: • start dates throughout the year • study for up to 40 weeks • courses for your study level: » our undergraduate pre-sessional English course will help you transition from high school to university Visas and immigration requirements » for Masters students, teaching in the If you’re an international (non-EEA/Swiss) If you want to study an undergraduate degree summer is tailored to your subject area student, you will need to hold an appropriate APPLYING TO but are not able to gain the equivalent of » postgraduate researchers will have the visa to study in the UK. A-level qualifications in your country, you opportunity to study with other researchers www.gov.uk/tier-4-general-visa STUDY HERE should consider applying for an international • teaching on our University campus foundation year, which prepares you for Read about how to apply for your visa at undergraduate study. Read about the different • access to University facilities, including www.leeds.ac.uk/tier4visa foundation year options on page 39 and at language learning resources in the Understand the qualifications Language Zone If you’re an EEA/Swiss student, keep checking internationalfoundationyear.leeds.ac.uk our website for updates. At the time of printing, and English language level you • course content informed by research will need, and the visa and the situation for study starting after 2020/2021 English language requirements into language learning was not known. immigration requirements. If English is not your first language, you will You can apply to stay in University www.leeds.ac.uk/brexit need a recognised English language qualification accommodation while studying your Our team of immigration experts provides free to study at the University. We accept a range of pre-sessional English course. Find out more ENTRY REQUIREMENTS advice on immigration law and requirements qualifications, including IELTS. Read more about about our pre-sessional courses and apply at for current and prospective students, and their All our taught degree courses (undergraduate the qualifications we accept at www.leeds.ac.uk/languagecentre families. They can give you advice to help you and Masters) have different entry requirements. www.leeds.ac.uk/internationalentry prepare your visa application correctly. Check the entry requirements for the course www.leeds.ac.uk/immigration you’re interested in at courses.leeds.ac.uk English language requirements vary between courses. Check the requirement for your For postgraduate research degrees, course at courses.leeds.ac.uk check entry requirements on the academic school’s webpages or contact the faculty For postgraduate research degrees, check graduate school. the academic school’s webpages or contact www.leeds.ac.uk/graduateschoolcontacts the faculty graduate school. www.leeds.ac.uk/graduateschoolcontacts We accept a range of international qualifications. Check the accepted qualifications and equivalent requirements from your country at www.leeds.ac.uk/internationalqualifications

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APPLYING FOR THE UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION YEAR Here’s how you apply for the University of Leeds International Foundation Year. Other foundation routes are also available – see page 39.

1 BEFORE YOU APPLY Explore the courses we offer and check application deadlines, academic and English language requirements. internationalfoundationyear.leeds.ac.uk Check visa entry requirements for studying in the UK at www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/student-visas

2 APPLY Read about applying to Leeds and the supporting documents you need at www.leeds.ac.uk/ifyapply

Apply online using our applicant portal. applyonline.leeds.ac.uk

We have offices in China, India, Japan, HOW TO APPLY Malaysia and Nigeria, as well as a global 3 GET A DECISION network of international representatives who We will tell you our decision by email. If your application can advise you about studying at the University is successful, we will email you your offer letter. There are different ways to apply, and help with your application. www.leeds.ac.uk/meetus depending on the course or research area you want to study. Find out in You can get independent advice about studying 4 ACCEPT YOUR OFFER in the UK at this section what you need to do. www.ucas.com Accept your offer online through discoveruni.gov.uk the applicant portal. acceptonline.leeds.ac.uk School counsellors can find information and resources at www.leeds.ac.uk/internationalschools

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APPLYING FOR AN UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE APPLYING FOR A MASTERS DEGREE Here’s how you apply for undergraduate study with us. Here’s how you apply for Masters study with us. Read more about applying to Leeds, including our Read more about applying to Leeds, including our admissions policy, at www.leeds.ac.uk/howtoapply admissions policy, at www.leeds.ac.uk/mastersapply

1 BEFORE YOU APPLY 1 BEFORE YOU APPLY Explore the courses we offer. Check application Explore the courses we offer. Check application deadlines, academic and English language requirements, deadlines, academic and English language requirements, and all fees and costs at courses.leeds.ac.uk and all fees and costs at courses.leeds.ac.uk Check visa entry requirements for studying in the UK at Check visa entry requirements for studying in the UK at www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/student-visas www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/student-visas Get advice about writing your personal statement at Check scholarship deadlines. www.leeds.ac.uk/personalstatement Read more on page 57. Check scholarship deadlines. Read more on page 57. 2 APPLY Apply online using our applicant portal. Make sure you have all your supporting documents scanned and ready to upload, including your university’s grading system. 2 APPLY Apply as early as possible, so you have time to apply Apply online through UCAS at for funding, accommodation and visas, if applicable. www.ucas.com/students https://application.leeds.ac.uk The UCAS website gives information and tips about completing your application 3 APPLICATION PROCESSING and writing your personal statement. www.ucas.com/undergraduate/applying-to-university Your academic school will contact you if they need more information or want to invite you for interview. Remember to check your emails. We will email you if we need more information Track the progress of your application in the to decide about your application. applicant portal. You can do this whether you applied independently or through one of our representatives. https://application.leeds.ac.uk

3 GET A DECISION 4 GET A DECISION UCAS alerts you through UCAS Track when there We will tell you our decision by email. is an update on your application. If you receive an offer, If your application is successful, you can view your offer you can accept it in UCAS Track too. letter and accept your offer in the applicant portal. www.ucas.com/track https://application.leeds.ac.uk

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APPLYING FOR A POSTGRADUATE RESEARCH DEGREE NOTES Here’s how you apply for postgraduate research study with us. Read more about applying to Leeds, including our admissions policy, at www.leeds.ac.uk/pgr/apply ______1 BEFORE YOU APPLY ______Explore research interests at Leeds. Choose an existing research projector propose your own. Search research areas and potential ______supervisors at phd.leeds.ac.uk ______Check visa entry requirements for studying in the UK at www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/student-visas ______2 CHECK ADMISSIONS PROCESS AND REQUIREMENTS ______FOR YOUR RESEARCH AREA Check the faculty’s webpages and contact the faculty ______graduate school. Find out about any deadlines and if you ______need to submit a research proposal with your application. www.leeds.ac.uk/graduateschoolcontacts ______3 FIND SCHOLARSHIPS AND SOURCES OF FUNDING ______Research your funding options at www.leeds.ac.uk/researchdegreesfunding ______

4 APPLY ______Make sure you have all your supporting documents scanned ______and ready to upload. Check what documents you need and apply online at www.leeds.ac.uk/pgr/apply ______5 GET A DECISION ______We will email you to acknowledge your application. ______After that, you can track the progress online. We will tell you our decision by email. ______

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