Student life

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something for everyone

Admittedly, we’re somewhat biased when it comes to telling you about studying in our great city. That said, it is fair to say that Leeds is hugely popular with students and many choose to stay here after they’ve finished their course.

Whether it’s the great friendships, opportunities to get involved in societies and sports teams, and social events organised by our Students’ Union on campus, or the nightlife, shopping, foodies haven and friendly atmosphere our city offers, student life in Leeds really does have something for everyone.

Leeds: Voted #1 student city in the UK

<p><a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.studentcrowd.com/page/best-uk-student-cities" target="_blank">StudentCrowd</a> ranks Leeds above all other student cities thanks to great scores across student life, cost of living, eating out, nightlife, shopping, and public transport. It’s a city with something for everyone. Watch our video to see why.</p>

Explore Leeds. A city for everyone, loved by students.

Leeds. Loved by students and with something for everyone.

It's for those who like the finer things, and those who keep it simple.

For people who love a big night out or a big night in.

It's for people who wear their heart on their sleeve and those who like art on the street.

For those who follow the latest trends and those who make their own.

It's for mud-lovers, boxers, TikTokers, squatters, rockers and people watchers.

It's for new friends and old friends.

The local and the not so local and those who want a big city with a sense of community.

A city that feels like home.

Leeds, loved by students and with something for everyone.

student view

Take a look through our Blog Squad pages to get a real feel for what current students enjoy most about life at Leeds Beckett.

Student vlog Izzy shows you around Headingley Campus

Everyone I know who works / studies and lives here doesn’t want to move anywhere else. It’s student friendly and has everything you could possibly need, all within walking distance...

Simeon BA (Hons) Marketing and Advertising

CHAT TO A STUDENT

What better way to find out about university life than from our students? They can give you first hand insights about your chosen course, accommodation, student life in Leeds, what to expect and how to prepare. Send them a message on our online chat platform and they will be happy to help.

Leeds - we are many things If you care about getting a good education, having fun and living in a real student city, then Leeds is the place for you.

Student life presentation Hear from some of our student ambassadors and find out what student life is like at Leeds Beckett.

Study abroad

Yes, Leeds is well-known as being a great city for students but, if you get that itch to do some travelling during your time at university, our study abroad programme is a great opportunity to experience the best of both worlds. Find out what’s involved and the benefits you can get from it.

Study abroad | Everything you need to know Megan, from our Study Abroad team talks through all the benefits of the programme and what to expect.