Living In Halls

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Living in Halls - Leeds Beckett University

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What to Bring

Rent prices and contract dates

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Get student support

Stay fit and healthy at Leeds Beckett

Did you know that some of our halls of residence have on-site gyms for you to take advantage of? We also take health and fitness seriously here at our university so you'll find lots of opportunities to either keep up or start an active lifestyle.

Sport and active lifestyles

Managing your money Safety and security Transport and parking Eat for cheap

Your university life

Experience Leeds Beckett

Explore our specialist teaching facilities and premium accommodation that you’ll be proud to call your second home.

Take the tour

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95%

of students were happy with the welcome they received when they came to halls.

24hr

security, keycard access and CCTV when you live in university accommodation.

Clubs and societies

Leeds Beckett Rugby League team at Varsity

Tips for choosing halls

Food on campus

Gaia cafe on city campus, people reading

Halls life is better when you want to make new friends and socialise. It's also safer and it's a great environment. I chose halls again because I wanted to make the most out of my student life and a house doesn't feel as cosy.