Leeds climbs in QS World Ranking 2021 Published 10 June 2020 Categories University The University has moved up two places in the latest QS World University Rankings, consolidating its place in the top 100.
University community comes together to support vulnerable students Published 1 May 2020 Categories Coronavirus | University The University has been working with its closest partners – including Leeds University Union and its global alumni community – to support those most in need during the coronavirus crisis.
Ambitious plans for National Poetry Centre in Leeds revealed Published 26 February 2020 Categories University | Arts & Culture Poet Laureate and Professor of Poetry Simon Armitage has today announced ambitious plans for a National Poetry Centre in Leeds.
Next Vice-Chancellor appointed to the University of Leeds Published 14 February 2020 Categories University Professor Simone Buitendijk has been appointed Vice-Chancellor of the University of Leeds.
Walking and cycling to work linked with fewer heart attacks Published 19 December 2019 Categories Health Walking and cycling to work were associated with fewer heart attacks across 43 million adults in England, according to a new national study.
Research Spotlight - November 2019 Published 16 December 2019 Categories University November's round-up of some of the latest research and education stories from the University.
Thanks a million! Single-use plastic pledge Published 11 November 2019 Categories University One million pieces of single-use plastic have been removed from use across campus during the past 12 months.
Can you tell ferntickles from branny-speckles? Published 8 November 2019 Categories Society & Politics | Arts & Culture A small army of volunteers is to be recruited to help update the most comprehensive survey of England’s dialects ever undertaken, thanks to an injection of funding.
Sir Alan Langlands to step down as Vice-Chancellor Published 27 September 2019 Categories University Sir Alan Langlands is to step down as the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Leeds during 2020.
New chapter in Ilkley Literary Festival partnership Published 23 August 2019 Categories University | Arts & Culture The University is an official partner of Ilkley Literature Festival (ILF) for the second year running.
Success for Leeds in world ranking Published 19 June 2019 Categories University The University of Leeds has retained its position among the top 100 universities in the new QS World University Rankings 2020.
Universities Minister visits Leeds on University Mental Health Day Published 7 March 2019 Categories University Chris Skidmore, Minister of State for Universities, Science, Research and Innovation, visited the University today to learn more about mental health support for students.
Indian students find the Spark for new businesses Published 16 August 2018 Categories Business and partnerships | Global Becoming an entrepreneur is an exciting step to take, but every successful business owner needs the right training and support to make their venture a success.
Tuning up for imaginative new piano competition programme Published 11 July 2018 Categories University | Arts & Culture The Leeds International Piano Competition, supported by the University, today reveals its hugely expanded programme for this year’s event.
The University of Leeds welcomes new Chancellor, Jane Francis Published 20 June 2018 Categories University Professor Dame Jane Francis has been officially installed as Chancellor of the University of Leeds.