Leeds Beckett University - City Campus,
Woodhouse Lane,
LS1 3HE
30 tasks to get you ready for uni
Be beckett ready
Here you'll find 30 things to do to be ready for Leeds Beckett life. From working out how you'll travel to campus to ensuring you set up your student email address, completing the tasks below will prepare you for joining our Leeds Beckett community.
Your Be Beckett Ready List
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2.Choose a societyStudent union groups
Explore Students' Union societies and decide which ones to join – or find out how to set up your own.
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4.Plan your journeyTRAVEL TO CAMPUS
Navigate your way to campus using our maps.
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6.Register for health services
Register with a Leeds-based doctor and dentist.
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8.Calculate your budgetPLAN YOUR BUDGET
Use our Student Budget Calculator to help you manage your loan.
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10.Start packingWHAT TO BRING
Find out what to bring to uni and start writing your packing list.
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12.Explore Student Blog SquadStudent Blog Squad
Find out what to expect at LBU and read advice from our current students as they share blogs and vlogs to give you insights into student life.
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14.Contact Disability AdviceREGISTER FOR DISABILITY SUPPORTIf you have a disability, long-term physical or mental health condition, or a specific learning difference please contact us so we can ensure support is in place for when your course starts.
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16.Chat to a studentTALK TO A STUDENT
Speak to one of our friendly student ambassadors who can tell you all about courses, accommodation and student life in Leeds.
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18.Share our sustainable valuesREAD ABOUT STUDENT SUSTAINABILITY
We are committed to sustainable thinking and to building a socially responsible and greener future. Read our student sustainability blogs from helping on the allotment to building ecobricks and hedgehog houses.
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20.Sign up for student discountFIND OUT ABOUT DISCOUNTS
Being a student means you have access to a variety of discounts across the city from public transport to shops, restaurants and activities. So download the discount apps recommended by current student Caitlin and take advantage of the savings!
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22.Travel between campusesHOW TO TRAVEL BETWEEN CAMPUSES
Find out the best way to get from City to Headingley campus.
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24.View your Leeds mapLeeds Life Map
Check out our current students’ favourite hangouts and find your way around Leeds.
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26.Navigate the Yorkshire outdoorsMaking the most of Yorkshire
Plan a Yorkshire Day trip with your new uni mates and look at our guide to help you decide where to go.
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28.Sign up for sportSEE WHAT SPORT IS ON OFFER
There are loads of health and fitness activities for you to get involved with at uni. So if you want to use our gyms, find an activity to improve your wellbeing or play sports for fun we have memberships available just for you.
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30.Celebrate your place
Look out for our Results Day social media competition and get involved by celebrating your place with us #bebeckett
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1.Find your people
Meet future friends by joining our 2024 Freshers Facebook group when it opens in January!
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3.Be study readyPREPARE TO LEARN
Prepare yourself for independent learning using our resources.
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5.Listen to a podcast
Our podcast series covers all the important topics from accommodation to disability support to get you ready for campus life.
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7.Cook a student mealWATCH STUDENTS COOKING
Be ready to impress your new uni mates with your cooking skills. Watch Molly and her two friends, both named Katie, make a meal in their halls.
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9.Follow us on social media
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11.Get to know LeedsEXPLORE LEEDS
Find out our students' favourite places in Leeds and plan where you’d like to visit in your first few weeks.
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13.Organise financial supportSTUDENT MONEY ADVICE
Become familiar with our student money advice service and see if you’re eligible for any bursaries, scholarships or discounts.
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15.Read our device adviceFIND OUT WHAT DEVICE TO BUY
Before you buy a device for your studies read our advice on what you'll need. You should also explore our Library IT support so you know where to go for help if you need it.
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17.Important student informationREAD YOUR STUDENT POLICIES
We have lots of support information available to ensure the safety, health and wellbeing of our students. Find out how we can support your student journey.
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19.Discover YorkshireIZZY'S FAVOURITE YORKSHIRE FOOD
Yorkshire is famous for its beautiful countryside, delicious food and of course Yorkshire Tea. Start to get excited about Yorkshire life by watching Izzy's vlog
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21.Over 21?READ MATURE STUDENT STORIES
You're not alone! Around a third of our student body are over 21. Read about the experiences of our current mature students.
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23.Loan media equipmentHOW TO BORROW MEDIA EQUIPMENT
It's not always necessary to buy expensive equipment. Take a look at our Media Equipment service to view the kit you can borrow rather than buy.
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25.Learn how to access careers supportFIND OUT HOW
Beckett Careers will support you with placements, jobs at uni and even your career after you leave.
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27.Find out about student wellbeingEXPLORE YOUR STUDENT ADVICE HUB
Learn about our student wellbeing team who you can contact if you need help as you settle into uni.
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29.On Results DayRESULTS DAY ADVICE
Confirm your place with us on UCAS. If you’ve not got the results you need just call our Admissions Team 0113 812 3113 or get in touch on Twitter or Facebook.
MAKING FRIENDS AT UNI
Read Student Blog Squad's advice on making friends and settling in to your first few weeks at uni.
