The University, established in 1904, is one of the largest higher education institutions in the UK. We are a world top 100 university and are renowned globally for the quality of our teaching and research. The strength of our academic expertise combined with the breadth of disciplines we cover, provides a wealth of opportunities and has real impact on the world in cultural, economic and societal ways.
4.3 out of 5 (115 ratings / 94 reviews) Leeds, England, United Kingdom
Master's Programmes
Social Sciences (51)
- M.Sc. Business Psychology
- M.A. Childhood Studies
- M.A. Disability Studies
- M.Sc. Ecological Economics
- M.Sc. Economics
- M.Sc. Economics and Finance
- M.Sc. Exploration Geophysics
- M.A. Gender Studies
- M.A. Global Development
- M.A. Medieval Studies
- M.A. Philosophy
- M.Sc. Political Science
- Postgraduate Certificate Provision for Children with Developmental Disorders
- M.A. Race and Resistance
- MA/MSc Research
- M.A. Social Research
- M.Sc. Systemic Family Therapy
- M.Sc. Transport Economics
Business & Management (49)
- M.Sc. Accounting and Finance
- M.Sc. Actuarial Finance
- Postgraduate Diploma Applied and Professional Ethics
- M.Sc. Business Psychology
- M.Sc. Economics
- M.Sc. Economics and Finance
- M.Sc. Engineering Management
- M.Sc. Finance and Investment
- M.Sc. Financial Mathematics
- M.Sc. International Business
- LL.M. International Trade Law
- M.Sc. Law and Finance
- M.Sc. Management
- M.Sc. Management Consulting
- M.Sc. Statistics
- M.Sc. Transport Economics
- M.Sc. Transport Planning
Humanities (44)
- Postgraduate Diploma Applied Translation Studies
- Postgraduate Diploma Applied and Professional Ethics
- M.A. Curating Science
- M.A. English Literature
- M.A. Linguistics
- M.A. Medieval Studies
- M.A. Modern History
- M.A. Philosophy
- M.A. Philosophy
- Postgraduate Certificate Philosophy of Religion and Ethics
- Postgraduate Diploma Philosophy of Religion and Ethics
- M.A. TESOL
- M.A. TESOL Studies
- M.A. TESOL and ICT
- Postgraduate Diploma Theology and Religious Studies
- Postgraduate Certificate Theology and Religious Studies
- M.A. War and Strategy
Medicine & Health (33)
- M.Sc. Bioscience
- Postgraduate Certificate Cardiac Device and Rhythm Management
- Postgraduate Certificate Clinical Education
- M.Sc. Clinical Embryology
- M.Sc. Dental Public Health
- M.Sc. Diagnostic Imaging
- Postgraduate Certificate Echocardiography
- M.Sc. International Health
- M.Sc. Medical Imaging
- M.Res. Medicine
- M.Sc. Molecular Medicine
- M.Sc. Nutrition
- M.Sc. Paediatric Dentistry
- M.Sc. Pharmacy Practice
- Master Physician Associate Studies
Engineering & Technology (32)
- Postgraduate Diploma Advanced Concrete Technology
- M.Sc. Aerospace Engineering
- M.Sc. Automotive Engineering
- M.Sc. Diagnostic Imaging
- M.Sc. Energy and Environment
- M.Sc. Engineering Geology
- Postgraduate Certificate Engineering Management
- M.Sc. Engineering Management
- M.Sc. Medical Engineering
- M.Sc. Structural Engineering
- M.Sc. Sustainable Cities
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (29)
- M.Sc. Actuarial Finance
- M.Sc. Bioscience
- M.Sc. Chemistry
- M.Sc. Clinical Embryology
- M.Sc. Exploration Geophysics
- M.Sc. Financial Mathematics
- M.Sc. Mathematics
- M.Sc. Medical Imaging
- M.Sc. Molecular Medicine
- M.Res. Neuroscience
- M.Sc. Physics
- M.A. Social Research
- M.Sc. Statistics
Arts, Design & Architecture (19)
- M.A. Curating Science
- M.A. Design
- M.A. Fine Art
- M.A. Fine Art
- MMus Performance
- M.A. Performance Design
- M.Sc. Structural Engineering
Education & Training (19)
- M.A. Childhood Studies
- Postgraduate Diploma Deaf Education
- M.A. Digital Education
- M.A. Education
- Postgraduate Diploma Health Research
- Postgraduate Certificate Provision for Children with Developmental Disorders
- M.A. TESOL
- M.A. TESOL (China)
- M.A. TESOL Studies
- M.A. TESOL and ICT
Computer Science & IT (17)
- Postgraduate Diploma Health Research
- M.A. Linguistics
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (17)
- M.Sc. Ecological Economics
- M.Sc. Energy and Environment
- M.Sc. Engineering Geology
- M.Sc. Sustainable Cities
Law (13)
- LL.M. International Trade Law
- M.Sc. Law and Finance
- LL.M. Law and Social Justice
Applied Sciences & Professions (10)
- M.A. Curating Science
- M.Sc. Food Science
- M.A. Social Work
Journalism & Media (6)
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports (2)
Agriculture & Forestry (1)
About
History
The University of Leeds was founded in 1904, but its origins go back to the nineteenth century with the founding of the Leeds School of Medicine in 1831 and then the Yorkshire College of Science in 1874.
In 1831 a group of young men established the Leeds School of Medicine which meant that medical students no longer had to go to Scotland, London or overseas to study.
Education
- Undergraduate
- Masters courses
- Research degrees
Research
The University of Leeds conducts interdisciplinary and impact-orientated research to address challenges at regional, national and global levels. To achieve this our research is user-led and solutions focused, driven by the needs of our partners and stakeholders. Leeds is committed to working across disciplines to help tackle global challenges.
Career
The strength of our academic expertise combined with the breadth of disciplines we cover, provides a wealth of opportunities and has real impact on the world in cultural, economic and societal ways.
Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2019
GSSA 2019
The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2019. By rating institutions on a scale from 1 to 5, on multiple studies-related questions, we found the top educators in the world.
Learn more about the Global Student Satisfaction AwardsUniversity Ranking
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2020
93
2019
93 8
2018
101
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2019
101
2018
101
2017
101
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2020
155 -2
2019
153 -14
2018
139
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2020
158 -5
2019
153 -19
2018
134
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
Services
Student services
Visit the International Student Information Point in the Michael Sadler Building to collect a welcome pack and sign up for a welcome talk. Our welcome team will be available to help answer any questions you may have.
The International Student Orientation sessions, on 19 and 20 September, provide essential information about a range of topics and the support and opportunities available to help you get the most out of your time in Leeds.
Housing services
At the University of Leeds we understand how important your accommodation is when you're new. We know starting at University might be the first time you've lived away from home and this can be daunting as well as exciting. We're committed to making that transition as easy as possible for you and we'll help you every step of the way.
Library services
There are four libraries on campus, along with two public galleries displaying rare items and artworks. There is one off-campus library in St James's Hospital.
- Brotherton Library
- Edward Boyle Library
- Health Sciences Library
- Laidlaw Library
ICT services
University of Leeds will give you 5 terabytes of cloud storage on OneDrive, which means you can store and organise all your files online and access them anywhere.If you need to collaborate on a piece of work, you can also securely share documents and folders.
You will also have a home drive (usually M:\ drive), an area of the network personal to you, which you can access from any cluster PC on campus.
Medical services
As a student in Leeds, you'll need to register with a doctor, and be familiar with where to go if you need help, treatment or advice.
We will work with you to help you manage your wellbeing and mental health, to develop insights into your situation alongside the tools and strategies to make the most of your time at University.
Student Life
Campus life
Our campus is a ten-minute walk from Leeds city centre. Our single-site campus, one of the largest in the UK, is just a short walk from the centre of Leeds. Everything is in one place and it's really easy to get around. The University is a creative community with a rich cultural life, offering many opportunities for you to get involved or immerse yourself in the arts.
Sports facilities
We offer a wide range of sporting and physical activities enhanced by cutting-edge architectural design, and provide an exciting mix of services.
Key features include:
- A fantastic 25m 8 lane swimming pool
- The largest fitness suite of any UK university with state-of-the-art equipment (200 fitness stations)
- Leeds' largest indoor sports halls with performance sports floors and lighting
- Three dedicated class studios
Student clubs
Leeds University Union (LUU) is a member led organisation – that means any one of our 38,000 members can make a change to what we do, how we do it and who represents them. The Better Forums exist to enable you to make those changes
Accreditation
Leeds University Business School has confirmed its place among the elite after receiving accreditation from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).
Student Reviews
Completed First Year
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
The university is great in terms of academic quality. The city is not as expensive as I thought, however, the tuition fee is indeed expensive for international students.
Philosophy @ Leeds
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
It was the most enriching experience I could've hoped for. I knew that it would change me and shape my thoughts and outlook in life in ways that I'd yearned for during my secondary school education - an education I felt was lacking so much depth. The lecturers were all so passionate about Philosophy and it drove you to achieve, going the extra mile with it. It didn't feel...
Excellent
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
The University supports students immensely in all sectors of a student's life and encourages one to be courageous and work harder.
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