Learn about climate in the Middle Ages at ‘Medieval Glastonbury’
Europe’s largest medieval studies conference is back for 2021 – and this year’s event focuses on "climates".
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Wonder, fun and discovery at Be Curious 2021
Interact with Antarctic explorers, design your own version of Leeds’ future, explore the fascinating uses of magnets and lasers – all this and more are featured in Be Curious 2021.
Accessibility changes for our website
Visitors to our website will see changes to the design from today (29 June).
University Council member and alumnus knighted
Roger Marsh, a Leeds alumnus and member of the University Council, has been knighted in the Queen’s Birthday Honours.
Royal Society Fellowship honours
Two prominent Leeds figures have been elected as Fellows of the prestigious Royal Society.
New senior leadership appointments
Appointments have been announced for two senior leadership roles supporting the University’s strategic ambitions.
Upgrade will lead to greater research impact
A major refurbishment to enhance world-class research facilities for the Faculty of Biological Sciences is complete.
Northern universities launch new investment company
The Universities of Leeds, Manchester and Sheffield are launching a new investment company to help boost the commercialisation of university spinouts and start-ups in the North of England.
New deans for equality, diversity and inclusion
The University has appointed two new deans to lead the development of its strategy for equality and inclusion.
‘Creating possibilities and giving hope’: on the GCRF frontline
UK Research and Innovation has announced a large cut to the Global Challenges Research Fund (GCRF) as a result of the Government’s decision to reduce spending on international aid.