About Leeds Beckett University
Leeds Beckett University is a large, modern university in the heart of Leeds. Known for strong sport and health programmes, excellent graduate employability, and vibrant student life, Leeds Beckett offers practical education with strong industry links in one of the UK's most popular student cities.
Key Information
Student Statistics
- • 28,000 total students
- • 4,000 international students
- • 100 student societies
Location
- • Located in Leeds
- • Public university
- • Established 1824
Subject Rankings
Sports-Related Subjects (2024)
51Academics & Faculties
Degrees Offered
Bachelor, Master, PhD, Foundation, PGCE
Popular Subjects
Sport ScienceSports CoachingBusiness ManagementEvents ManagementNursingArchitectureCriminologyPsychologyFashion
Student-Staff Ratio
18 : 1
Faculties & Departments
School of Sport
Sport and Exercise Science, Sport Business, Physical Education, Sports Coaching, Sports Therapy
School of Health
Nursing, Physiotherapy, Nutrition, Public Health, Social Work
School of Built Environment, Engineering and Computing
Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction, Computing, Quantity Surveying
Leeds Business School
Accounting and Finance, Business Management, Marketing, Law, Events Management
School of Arts
Film, Music and Performing Arts, Art and Design, Fashion, Media
School of Social Sciences and Humanities
Education, Psychology, Criminology, English and History
Entry Requirements
Undergraduate
Academic: ABB - CCC depending on programme
Alternatives: IB: 26-32 points depending on programme, BTEC: DDD-MMM depending on programme, Access to HE accepted
IELTS: 6
R 5.5 / W 5.5 / L 5.5 / S 5.5
TOEFL iBT: 72
DBS check for health and education programmes • Portfolio for creative programmes • Interview for some programmes
Postgraduate
Minimum Qualification: UK Honours degree (2:1 or 2:2 depending on programme)
GPA: 2.7
IELTS: 6.5
R 6 / W 6 / L 6 / S 6
TOEFL iBT: 85
Two references • Research proposal for PhD
Fees & Funding
Tuition (International)
- Undergraduate: £13,000
- Postgraduate: £14,000
- Foundation: £12,500
Living Costs (Annual)
- Accommodation: £5,200
- Food: £2,200
- Transport: £500
- Entertainment: £1,200
- Other: £700
- Total: £9,800
Scholarships
Leeds Beckett International Scholarship
MeritMerit-based scholarship for international students.
Value: £4,000 (Partial)
International students • Strong academic achievement
Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship
MeritPremium scholarship for top international applicants.
Value: £6,000 (Partial)
Outstanding academic record • Exceptional applicants
Leeds Beckett Bursary
Need-basedFinancial support for students from lower-income backgrounds.
Value: £1,000 (Partial)
UK students • Household income below £25,000
Campus & Facilities
City Campus, Portland Way, Leeds LS1 3HE
Modern city centre campus in the heart of Leeds, close to the train station and shopping areas. £200m investment has created outstanding facilities including the Broadcasting Place and Rose Bowl.
Size: 20 acres
Facilities
Academic
Broadcasting Place (flagship building), Rose Bowl, Carnegie School of Sport, Architecture studios, Engineering labs
Research
Carnegie School of Sport Research, Leeds Sustainability Institute, Health and Social Care Research
Student Life
Leeds Beckett Students' Union, Headingley Venue, Campus cafes, Student Hub
Libraries
City Campus Library
Modern library with 24/7 study spaces and digital resources.
24/7
Headingley Library
Sport and health specialist collections.
08:00-22:00
Sports Facilities
Carnegie School of Sport
World-class sports science facilities including labs, performance centre.
Headingley Sports Complex
Gym, sports halls, swimming pool, and outdoor pitches.
Carnegie Great Outdoors
Outdoor adventure and activity centre.
Student Services
Student Hub
Academic support, financial advice, and welfare services.
studenthub@leedsbeckett.ac.uk
Wellbeing
Mental health support and counselling services.
wellbeing@leedsbeckett.ac.uk
Careers
Career guidance with strong industry connections.
careers@leedsbeckett.ac.uk
Accommodation
Carnegie Village
University-managedModern accommodation at Headingley Campus.
Cost: £120 - £150 (per week)
En-suite rooms • Shared kitchens • Social spaces • Laundry
Distance: On Headingley campus
Contract: 42-51 weeks
Marsden House
University-managedCity centre accommodation.
Cost: £130 - £160 (per week)
En-suite rooms • Kitchens • Common rooms • 24/7 support
Distance: 5-minute walk to City Campus
Contract: 42 weeks
Various Leeds halls
Private partnerPartnership with private accommodation providers.
Cost: £100 - £180 (per week)
Various room types • City locations • Modern amenities
Distance: 5-25 minutes
Contract: 44-51 weeks
First-year undergraduates guaranteed accommodation if applying by deadline. Apply through Leeds Beckett accommodation portal after receiving offer.
International welcome programme, airport pickup, peer mentoring.
Student Life & Support
Clubs & Sports
Clubs: 100
Teams: 50
Cultural Activities
- Leeds Festival — Annually
- Leeds Culture — Ongoing
- Sports Events — Throughout season
International Support
- Visa support: Yes
- Language support: Yes
- Orientation: Yes
- Buddy program: Yes
- Contact: international@leedsbeckett.ac.uk
Health & Wellbeing
- Medical centre: No
- Counselling: Yes
- Disability support: Yes
- Emergency: +44 (0)113 812 0000
Careers & Outcomes
Employability Rank
250
Graduate Outcomes
Employed: 83%
Further study: 9%
Unemployed: 5%
Average Salary
£24,500
per year (graduate)
Top Employers
NHSSports organisationsLeeds City CouncilConstruction companiesSchoolsEvents companiesMedia organisationsFinancial services
Career Services
- Careers and Employability: Strong links with Leeds and Yorkshire employers.
- Placements: Many programmes include professional placements.
- Sport Industry Links: Strong connections with sports organisations and clubs.
Location & Transportation
Nearest Airport
Leeds Bradford Airport
16 km • 30 minutes by bus
Public Transport
- Train: Leeds station (5-minute walk) with services to London King's Cross (2 hours), Manchester (1 hour), York (25 mins). • From £30 to London (advance)
- Bus: Extensive bus network throughout Leeds and West Yorkshire. • £2.00 single
Local Area
Leeds is a vibrant, modern city known for excellent shopping, diverse food scene, legendary nightlife, and cultural attractions. One of the UK's most popular student cities with great affordability.
Cost of Living: Medium
Attractions: Royal Armouries, Leeds Art Gallery, Kirkstall Abbey, Yorkshire Dales (nearby), Headingley Stadium
Shopping: Trinity Leeds, Victoria Quarter, Leeds Kirkgate Market, Briggate
Entertainment: Call Lane nightlife, First Direct Arena, Leeds Grand Theatre, Live music venues, Hyde Park Picture House
Additional Information
Accreditation
Royal Charter, NMC (Nursing), HCPC (Allied Health), RIBA (Architecture), CIOB (Construction)
Partnerships
- Sport: England Rugby, Yorkshire County Cricket — Sports science and coaching partnerships.
- NHS: Leeds Teaching Hospitals — Clinical training for nursing and health students.
- Industry: Construction and built environment — Strong links with construction and architecture sectors.
Research Highlights
- Carnegie School of Sport — World-leading research in sport performance, coaching, and physical activity. (2024)
- Sustainability — Leeds Sustainability Institute research on sustainable built environment. (2024)
- Health and Wellbeing — Research on public health, nutrition, and health services. (2024)
Notable Alumni
- Rio Ferdinand — England football captain (honorary degree) (2009)
- Jessica Ennis-Hill — Olympic heptathlon champion (studied Sport Science) (2007)
- Sports professionals — Many graduates in professional sport and sports science (2024)
Metadata
Source: Leeds Beckett University official website, QS Rankings 2025, HESA data 2023/24
Last Updated: 2025-12-03T00:00:00Z
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