The University, established in 1904, is one of the largest higher education institutions in 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.
- #75 Ranking
- 36 PhDs
- 2,282 Academic Staff
- 33,318 Students
- 10,662 Students (int'l)
- 20,324 Students (female)
- Public Institution Type
PhD Programmes
Medicine & Health (9)
- Ph.D. Cardiovascular Imaging
- Doctorate Clinical Psychology
- Ph.D. Dentistry
- Ph.D. Healthcare
- Ph.D. Medical Research
- Doctorate Paediatric Dentistry
Business & Management (6)
- Ph.D. Accounting and Finance
- Ph.D. Economics
- Ph.D. International Business
- Ph.D. Management
- Ph.D. Marketing
Humanities (6)
- Ph.D. English
- Ph.D. History
- Ph.D. Medieval Studies
Social Sciences (5)
Arts, Design & Architecture (3)
Engineering & Technology (2)
Law (2)
- Ph.D. Criminal Justice
- Ph.D. Law
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (2)
Computer Science & IT (1)
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (1)
Journalism & Media (1)
- Ph.D. Media and Communication
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.
University Ranking
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2024
75 11
2023
86 6
2022
92
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
2023
151
2022
151 -50
2021
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
2024
-
2023
128 -1
2022
127
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
2024
-
2023
140 9
2022
149
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, 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).
University of Leeds Scholarships
Below you will find scholarships for University of Leeds. Distinction can be made between scholarships provided by the University and those provided by independent providers.
Provided by university
Grant
17668 GBP
Deadline
03 Jul 2024
Black British Postgraduate Studentship
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Full Support for Tuition and Costs of Living- PhD Scholarship at the University of Essex
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
90000 AUD
Deadline
Not specified
World Universities Ramsay Postgraduate Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Anonymous Hope Fund
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
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