International Offer Holder events and activities

Coming to study in the UK is a big and exciting step. You’ll join our diverse campus, with students from more than 140 different countries.

We host a range of events and activities for international students, to help answer any questions you have before you start your studies with us.

You’ll hear from staff in our international teams, alumni and current students. Our activities include global webinars, Q&As, Offer Holder groups and events in your region or country.

For any questions about these activities, please contact our international teams.

Global events

Applying for your student visa 

Register for our webinar on applying for your student visa. We’ll guide you through each step of the process, including obtaining your CAS, preparing your finances, completing your application, and submitting it successfully. There will also be a Q&A session at the end, giving you the opportunity to ask any questions you may have.

The morning and afternoon sessions will cover the same content, so you only need to register for the session that best suits your availability.

Wednesday 20 May, 10:00–11:00 and 15:00–16:00 (British Standard Time)

Register for the morning session

Register for the afternoon session

Contact our current students

Link to Leeds gives you an opportunity to chat to students from a range of subject areas and countries. Our ambassadors are here to share their experiences and you can engage with them in the following ways:

• Chat with a Link to Leeds ambassador online.
• Join student-led webinars and live chat Q&As via the Link to Leeds events page.
• Read current student blogs.
• Follow Link to Leeds on Facebook.
• Follow Link to Leeds on Instagram.
• Follow Link to Leeds on WhatsApp.

Regional Offer Holder events

Offer Holder groups

Connect with staff and fellow students in our Offer Holder groups.

These groups are a great opportunity for you to ask questions about preparing to study at Leeds, get updates, and find out about the activities you can participate in.

All groups are hosted on WhatsApp, except China which uses QQ. Some groups are open to both undergraduate and postgraduate students, and some are separated by level of study.

You’ll be invited by email to join our Offer Holder groups once you’ve received an offer to study at the University of Leeds; the subject line will read “Invitation to Join the University of Leeds Offer Holder Groups”.

If you haven’t received the email invitation, please email the International Office at internationaloffice@leeds.ac.uk.

International orientation

Our international orientation programme will help you have the best possible start in Leeds. Join webinars, talks, workshops, tours and social events to help you feel at home and meet new people.

• Find out about the essential and optional steps to complete before you arrive, as well as the processes to follow once you’re on campus. 
• Sign up for online webinars covering a range of topics – from opening a bank account and registering with a doctor to preparing for your studies at Leeds.
• Join in-person international orientation talks and join in when you’re in Leeds, especially the ‘Welcome to Leeds’ talk: your official welcome to our University.
• Discover our campus and city by booking a campus or city chase tour.
• Meet people through a range of social events happening across campus.

Webinars are available to book from 1 August. Visit the International Welcome pages to start preparing for your arrival in the UK.