Leeds University

Leeds University was established in 1904 and is one of the most popular universities in the UK for undergraduate courses, with a wide range of subjects available. The student population is over 30,000 at Leeds University and academic staff total more than 1,300. Popular subjects at the University of Leeds include: English, law, history, medicine, languages and numerous other specialized fields.

Leeds University facts and figures:

 • Over 30,000 students, and many on short courses
 • Wide range of courses
 • High success rate of students working and furthering their education
 • Hundreds of clubs and societies within the Students' Union (LUU)
 • More than 3,000 computers available for student-use
 • Huge library with outstanding resources

Leeds University Campus Life

There are three campuses at the University of Leeds, including:
 • The city Leeds campus
 • Bretton Hall Campus
 • and Wakefield Campus

Campus life is lively and exciting, with superb facilities, many shops, cafes, restaurants, bars, theatres, and the exciting city of Leeds on the doorstep if you get bored.

Student accommodation at Leeds University ranges from modern apartment blocks and town houses to quality country houses with their own grounds. Self-catering flats and catered halls are both available within the campus or nearby.

The City of Leeds

Located between London and Edinburgh, Leeds is on of the UK’s largest metropolitan districts and is surrounded by the fantastic Yorkshire Dales and North York Moors to offer some of most beautiful scenery in the country. Much of Leeds has been revitalized over the years, with the once dilapidated waterfront now a trendy area featuring many choice international eateries.

Leeds has a lively and attractive city centre coupled with fine Victorian and Edwardian structures, which lends the city bags of character. In addition, Leeds boasts quality museums and galleries and is loaded with shopping malls, eateries of every description and numerous pubs, bars and clubs.

Student Loans

Leeds University is allowed to charge new full-time students up to £3,000 a year for tuition fees from September 2006. Many students will apply for a student loan to cover their tuition fees and day to day living costs. Student loans are the best option for borrowing money for college as interest rates are traditionally low and repayments don't start until graduated students are in work and are earning over £15,000.

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