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Explore your curiosity.

Curiosity is the key to discovering the hidden gems around you – and there’s so much to uncover at Leeds Beckett University! From fascinating bits of history to quirky campus features, we’ve gathered a list of fun facts that will give you a fresh perspective on what makes us truly unique.

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Film runs in our blood

Leeds was the birthplace of cinema! The first-ever film was shot here by Louis Le Prince, the French inventor.

Fun fact: His workshop was on the very spot where our Law and Art Schools stand today.

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We’re a sporting powerhouse

Keeley Hodgkinson, winner of the 2024 BBC Sports Personality of the Year, is a former Leeds Beckett student. Plus, gold medallists like Jessica Ennis-Hill, Alex Yee, and Alistair Brownlee have all trained here at our Headingley Campus.

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Music legends have rocked our campus

From Bob Marley to Nirvana, our Students’ Union has hosted some of the biggest names in music. The Sex Pistols, The Clash, Stone Roses, and more have graced our stage – talk about legendary vibes.

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We’re nature lovers

We’ve got our own bees buzzing around, and you can even buy Beckett Honey on campus. Oh, and we’re a hedgehog-friendly zone, because we’ve got to look out for our prickly pals.

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We’ve got history… and ghosts!

The Grange at Headingley Campus is one of the most haunted buildings in Leeds. It was also a military hospital during WWI, along with the James Graham building. Spooky, right?

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Our alumni are out there doing amazing things

Our graduates are making waves across the globe. From Ricky Wilson (lead singer of the Kaiser Chiefs) to Melanie “Scary Spice” Brown, Fabian Wagner (Game of Thrones cinematographer) to Paralympian Dame Sarah Storey. Not to mention Soft Cell’s Mark Almond and Dave Ball – they met here, as did Rudimental!

Melanie Brown MBE (Mel B) with her book

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We’re a TV set

The CBBC football drama Jamie Johnson FC is filmed right at our Headingley Campus. Lights, camera, action.

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Are you up for a challenge?

Play and aim for the highest score

Slide the tiles and match the numbers to increase your score. Once you've mastered how to play the game, beat your high score with the least number of moves and the least amount of time. 

Share your score on social media, tag us @leedsbeckettofficial and use #CuriosityNeedsYou for a chance to win a hoodie! Whether you're aiming for the top or just having fun, we want to see how you do.

Explore our courses

Explore our subject areas and discover the perfect course to match your passions and ambitions. Whether you're seeking to deepen your expertise or embark on a new path, our diverse range of subjects offers something for everyone. Join a community of curious, innovative, and unlike minds, and be part of a learning experience that challenges conventions and inspires new ideas.
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