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University of Leeds launches fully-online MSc

Published: 22 March 2023
Categories: Science; University

Students around the globe will be able to experience world-class expertise from the University of Leeds - as it launches a new fully-online course.

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Leading banking expert delivers Leeds masterclass

Published: 10 March 2023
Categories: Working with business; University; Business & Economy

One of the UK’s leading banking experts has given a masterclass on careers in the financial sector during a special talk at the University of Leeds.

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Partnership sets out to solve global health workforce shortages

Published: 9 March 2023
Categories: Health; University

Healthcare students could receive clinical training through live-streamed consultations on the other side of the world under ambitious plans to tackle acute shortages in the global health workforce.

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Vice-Chancellor and President’s latest blog

Published: 8 March 2023
Categories: University

On International Women’s Day, Professor Simone Buitendijk examines the issues around the low percentage of women leaders in her new blog:

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New children's health research partnership launched in Leeds

Published: 8 March 2023
Categories: University; Working with our region; Health; Research

Severe childhood illnesses including cancer, life-threatening diseases and mental health conditions are to be the focus of a new multi-million pound research partnership in Leeds.

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Paolozzi sculpture arrives at University

Published: 6 March 2023
Categories: Alumni; University; Arts & Culture

A famous sculpture by Sir Eduardo Paolozzi, donated by a Leeds alumnus, has joined a growing collection of public art on the University’s campus.

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Progress on the University’s Climate Plan recognised in expert review

Published: 7 February 2023
Categories: University

An expert review of progress on delivering the University’s sector-leading £174 million Climate Plan to meet net zero greenhouse gas emissions targets and build sustainability has been welcomed.

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University of Leeds providing skills for life

Published: 6 February 2023
Categories: University; Business & Economy; Working with business

Offering lifelong opportunities to learn new skills and prepare for changing career demands is a key ambition of the University of Leeds.

Royal visit marks early childhood campaign launch

Published: 31 January 2023
Categories: University

The Princess of Wales joined a teaching session at the University of Leeds today as she continues the launch of her new national campaign. 

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Supporting world-leading research

Published: 13 January 2023
Categories: University

The University of Leeds has joined a national consortium that aims to ensure the UK retains its place as a centre for world-leading research.