International students

International study at Leeds

Our global reputation for teaching and research attracts students from around the world. Leeds is a truly multicultural campus with more than 14,400 international students from 137 countries, in a student-friendly city.

Top 75 university in the world

QS World University Rankings 2024

We are a Russell Group and a leading UK research university, so research is at the heart of our teaching, whatever your level of study. You'll study among inspirational academics, world experts who share your passion for your subject.

Your future career

We’ll help you reach your potential by challenging you, academically and personally, and helping you develop your employability skills.

Two Mechanical Engineering students in a lab making notes as a lecturer points to a machine

You’ll have lots of opportunities to build your practical and transferable skills, and to benefit from careers events and advice. Project work, fieldwork or work placements are included in many of our undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

Student life

Accommodation

Explore our impressive range of accommodation and find your new home.
City life

Discover why our students love living in Leeds.
Wellbeing and support

Find out how we’ll help and support you every step of the way.

Student stories

Keshav Bansal

You’ll never feel alone in Leeds because your circle of friends can become your family.
Haleemah Alaydi

I chose Leeds because of my course and the cultural diversity of the city.
Vicente Mérida

There are many different opportunities for professional development in Leeds.