
What I have loved about my Leeds Beckett experience
Hi, my name is Alex and I am a 2nd year Politics and International Relations student. In this blog I want to tell you about my time so far at LBU and how I have loved every minute of it.


House Hunting
When house hunting there are many questions flying through your head: who am I going to live with, how many people are going to live in the house, which company am I going to use, are the bills included? And the most important question, where am I going to live?


Ideas for breaking the Ice with your Housemates
Hi, I'm Em and I want to talk to you about how to bond with your new housemates at university.


Adjusting to Life in Halls
Hi, I'm Amy and I want to give you some advice for adjusting to living in university accommodation.


Make your Student Room Homely for Ten Pounds
Hi, I'm Leyla. I’m here to give you ideas on how to make your uni room feel like a home.


Vlog | My Accommodation in Australia
Hi, I'm Hannah and I want to show you around where I'm living while I study abroad in Sydney!


Vlog | Living in a Studio Flat
Hi, I'm Ashleigh and here's my first vlog, talking about living in a studio flat in halls.


My Experience at Sugarwell Court
Hi there, my name is Dorothy and I’m a final year student at Leeds Beckett. I’m here to tell you about my experience living in Sugarwell Court halls in first-year.


A Day in my Life, by Em
Hi, I’m Em and I want to give you an insight into what an average day is like for me, and how you can make the most out of being here.


Getting the Best out of Halls
Hi, I'm Ben and here are my tips for making the most of your time in halls.


Choosing the Right Halls for you
Hey! I’m Ben and I’m going to help give you a few pointers on picking the correct student halls for your first year at Leeds Beckett.


Organising your Revision and your Room
Hi, I'm Molly and I have some advice for getting your revision and your room organised.


Vlog | Living in Private Accommodation
Hi I'm Tanmay. Here's my advice for those wishing to live in private accommodation in Leeds.


Vlog | Student Life in Leeds
Hi, I'm Emily. Here's my latest vlog, all about student life in Leeds.


Vlog | Living in Sugarwell Court
Hi, I'm Eliza and here's my vlog all about living at Sugarwell Court accommodation.


Vlog | Tips for choosing Halls
Hello, I'm Emily and this is my latest vlog, all about how to select your halls.


Vlog | Living in Kirkstall Brewery
Hi, I'm Keely and here's my vlog from my halls - Kirkstall Brewery.


Avoiding Homesickness at University
Hi, I'm Molly and I want to share my tips for avoiding homesickness when you move away to university.


Living at Carlton Hill
Hi, I'm Dotty. Here's my vlog, showing you what it's really like to live at Carlton Hill accommodation.


Choosing the Right Course and Accommodation for You
Hi, I'm Molly and I want to give you some advice for choosing the right course and accommodation for you!


Why I chose Carnegie Village
Hi, I'm Chloe and I want to tell you about why I chose to live in Carnegie Village accommodation.


Living at the Plaza Accommodation
Hi I'm Ellen, and I want to tell you about my experience living at the Plaza accommodation in my first year at Leeds Beckett.


Living at Mill Street Accommodation
Hi, I'm Louie and I want to tell you about my experience of living at Mill Street in first year.

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January (13)
- Why I chose Leeds Beckett
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2020
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April (19)
- How to create a Zen Space
- How you can spend your Time at Home to prepare for University
- Looking after your Mental Health whilst in Isolation
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- Living a Sustainable, Eco Friendly Student Lifestyle in Leeds
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May (13)
- My Work Placement Abroad
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- The Difference Between Undergraduate and Postgraduate Study
- Vlog | Why Leeds is a Popular Student City
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June (16)
- My Clearing Experience
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- How to get the most out of an Open Day
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- My Experience Studying at University with Dyslexia
- My placements at the NHS
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- My Placements at Leeds Fest, BBC Introducing and True North Productions
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July (13)
- Using Student Discounts
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- My Clearing Experience
- How I used Becky the Chatbot to apply through Clearing
- Why I love studying in Yorkshire
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- The Benefits of having Yorkshire on your Doorstep
- Travelling between City and Headingley campus
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- The Importance of Applying for Student Finance
- Vlog | How Leeds Beckett supported me through Clearing
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September (8)
- Things to think about when applying to university
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2019
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January (25)
- Vlog | Life at the Northern Film School
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- Vlog | Why I chose my Masters
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- Why attend an Applicant Day
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- From France to Leeds: my Erasmus Experience
- Planning my International Exchange in San Diego
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- Studying Computing at Leeds Beckett
- Mental Health Support at Leeds Beckett
- Choosing the Right Halls for you
- My Placement Year at FireCask
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- How to improve your Mood this Winter
- My International Exchange in New York
- Support for Students at Leeds Beckett
- Organising your Revision and your Room
- How to get Organised
- Avoiding Winter Blues by Dr. Emma Dunmore
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February (19)
- Studying International Relations
- Studying History at Leeds Beckett
- What to do if you are worried about making Friends
- Vlog | Making Friends at University
- How to get the most out of your Free Time
- Arriving in Australia
- Myths about University debunked
- Cool Study Spaces in Leeds
- How to save Money
- A Day in my Life, by Em
- The Best Student Deals in Leeds this February
- Why attend University Workshops and Webinars
- The Best Things about being a Student in Leeds
- Studying in New York: My Experience so far
- 15 Things to do this Valentine's Day
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- The Pros and Cons of commuting to University
- My Placement Year in London
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March (24)
- My Experience as a Mature Student
- The Best Tourist Spots in Yorkshire
- Vlog | Studying Mental Health Nursing
- Vlog | A Day in my Life, by Adam
- Vlog | Living in a Studio Flat
- Vlog | Reasons to study at Leeds Beckett
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- Vlog | Money Saving Tips, by Keely
- Vlog | A Day in my Life, by Abbie
- Nightlife in Leeds and Headingley
- Why You should study in Leeds
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- Taking the Scenic Route
- My Experience at Sugarwell Court
- Vlog | Feeding Four People for Five Pounds
- Leeds International Festival explained
- How to write a Successful Assignment
- Five Questions People usually ask before Uni
- My First Week in sunny San Diego
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April (23)
- Things you may be worried about before University
- Ideas for breaking the Ice with your Housemates
- Adjusting to Life in Halls
- Studying Marketing at Leeds Beckett
- Opportunities to enhance your CV at Leeds Beckett
- Being a Member of Surf Club
- Vegan Food in Leeds
- Vlog | Cooking a Student-friendly Meal
- Making Plans for After You Graduate
- The Best Independent Coffee Shops in Leeds
- Leeds Beckett's Buildings and History
- My Placement at Lancashire Evening Post
- Make your Student Room Homely for Ten Pounds
- My Journey to Leeds Beckett
- Being a Mature Student at Leeds Beckett
- Being a BUCS Super Rugby Player at Leeds Beckett
- Exam Tips
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- My Top Five Reasons to Study Abroad
- My Journey to University
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- A Guide to Nightlife in Leeds
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May (19)
- Vlog | Five Questions to ask at an Open Day
- Five Reasons Leeds Beckett is a Great Place to study
- My Clearing Story and Advice
- Vlog | Student Discounts in Leeds
- Vlog | A Tour of City Campus
- Leeds' Surrounding Areas - Huddersfield
- How to prepare for Results Day
- The Types of People you need to make Friends with at University
- The Best Things about Yorkshire
- Preparing for Uni: Six Top Tips
- Cinemas in Leeds
- Making the most of your Summer
- Ways to have Fun in Leeds without Alcohol
- Studying Physiotherapy at Leeds Beckett
- Getting involved at Leeds Beckett
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- Why Mature Students would love Leeds Beckett
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June (10)
- My Experience of going through Clearing
- Vlog | Cooking a Healthy Student Meal
- An Interview with a Leeds Beckett Graduate
- Is failing A-levels the End of the World?
- Five Reasons I've enjoyed studying at Leeds Beckett
- Reflecting on my Exchange in New York
- My Clearing Experience
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October (19)
- Top 5 Halloween Movies
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- Money Saving Tips for Students
- How to decide on a University
- Writing your Personal Statement
- Halloween in Leeds
- My Tips for finding a Student House
- Clubs and Societies: DJ Society
- An Interview with Matty Bovan
- Applying to Leeds Beckett with a Portfolio
- Why I chose to study a Masters
- Settling in at Leeds Beckett
- My Audition at Leeds Beckett
- Societies and Clubs Series: Kayaking
- My First Week at Leeds Beckett
- Why I chose LBU for my Erasmus
- MAking Performance at Leeds Beckett
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November (16)
- Vlog | My Masters Experience
- Exploring the Leeds Christmas Market
- Avoiding Homesickness at University
- Living at Carlton Hill
- Vlog | Studying a PG Course at Leeds Beckett
- My Future Career Plans
- Where to eat in Leeds
- Staying Healthy in Winter
- Considering a Masters
- Reflecting on my First Few Months
- Bonfire Night Explained
- Winter in Leeds
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December (16)
- Looking back at Semester One
- Five Films to watch in the New Year
- Extra-curricular Activities at Leeds Beckett
- My Placement at Boohoo
- Studying English with Creative Writing
- Vlog | Guide to Christmas in Leeds
- Christmas in Leeds
- Vlog | Living in Private Accommodation
- Vlog | Student Life in Leeds
- Vlog | My Favourite Places in Leeds
- Vlog | Living in Sugarwell Court
- Vlog | Tips for choosing Halls
- Vlog | My Favourite Places in Leeds
- Vlog | Living in Kirkstall Brewery
- Vlog | Student Life in Leeds
- My University Interview