Leeds Beckett University - City Campus,
Woodhouse Lane,
LS1 3HE
(Student Crowd, 2024)
When it comes to your future, you don't have to leave it all behind. At Leeds Beckett, you can stay close to everything - your family, your friends, your job, your team and still step into an amazing new chapter.
Staying at home for your studies is a great option. We have a huge amount of students from across the region who travel onto campus to enjoy university life.
At Leeds Beckett, you can stay close to everything - your family, your friends, your job - and still step into an amazing new chapter.
Open Days are your opportunity to find out everything you’d like to know about our courses and teaching. See upcoming dates below.
We get you. As a proud part of Leeds and Yorkshire, we understand the unique needs and dreams of our local students. Our courses are designed to give you practical skills and knowledge that local employers love.
You’ll be in great company – we have lots of students who choose to live at home while studying. LBU is a community where you can make friends for life and start building your professional network from day one. Our campuses are buzzing with activity, offering loads of societies, sports clubs, and events that have something for everyone.
No long commutes. No complicated journeys. Leeds Beckett is perfectly placed - getting to campus couldn’t be simpler:
Bradford: 20 mins by train or 40 mins by bus
Huddersfield: 30 mins by train or 50 mins by bus
York: 25 mins by train or 1 hour by bus
Harrogate: 35 mins by train or 1 hour by bus
Wakefield: 15 mins by train or 30 mins by bus
The Media Equipment Loans Service has hundreds of pieces of high-end equipment for you to borrow, meaning less to carry. The right bit of kit can make the difference for your research and course assignments. If you have any questions about equipment, please speak to a staff member at the Media Loans Desk, they will be happy to assist you.
To make your time on campus even more enjoyable, we have exclusive offers just for you. If you live in one of the local authority areas in West Yorkshire – postcodes BD, HD, HX, LS and WF – there’s some great benefits to enjoy when you join us at Beckett.
Looking for a convenient place to stay during exams, group projects, or social events? We’ve got you covered.
Short-term stays at The Plaza, located just across the road from our City Campus, offer everything you need to study, cook, and relax.
£50 per night or £250 for 7 days
To book your stay, complete the booking form and email it to theplaza.general@unitestudents.com
Free student and staff shuttle bus between City Campus (Portland Way) to Headingley Campus (James Graham Building).
Enjoy free porridge and a hot drink (regular tea or filter coffee) from Beckett Kitchen at both campuses.
Every Tuesday and Thursday | 9:30-11:00 | From 15 SeptemberJust show your student ID to receive the offer.
*Available until 27 February 2026
If you want to get comfortable before term starts, you can join us for an exclusive early access day on campus. From testing your journey to meeting other local students and exploring both campuses, it’s a great way to get a head start on your university experience.
£2 lunch
£2 lunch deals and budget-friendly food spots
£50 bike
Bike hire from £50
Whether you’re studying in the heart of the city or the leafy surroundings of Headingley, you’ll have full access to everything both campuses offer - libraries, gyms, study spaces, cafés, and a free inter-campus bus to keep life moving.
Living at home can cut your costs significantly - freeing you up to spend on the things that matter.
Leeds isn’t just the UK’s best student city - it’s a booming hub for business, tech, sport, healthcare, and the arts. Studying here means you’re already right where the opportunities are.
Family dinners, weekends with friends, match days at Elland Road, Valley Parade, or The John Smith’s Stadium - you don't have to miss a thing.
With strong links to local employers, a thriving economy, and a campus community that feels like home, Leeds Beckett gives you everything you need to thrive — both during your degree and after it.
Staying at home as a student doesn't have to be difficult or overwhelming - once you get the hang of it, it can be a breeze.
The key is planning ahead, making the most of the resources available to you, and staying open to new opportunities.
I've found that when you embrace the whole experience, staying at home can become a smooth and an enjoyable part of your university life.
Hear from students who chose to stay local - and wouldn’t change a thing.
