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ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS :
The University of Leeds is acclaimed world-wide for the quality of its teaching
and research. One of the largest universities in the UK, Leeds is also the most
popular among students applying for undergraduate courses. An emphasis on
innovative research and investment in high-quality facilities and first-rate
infrastructure means that no fewer than 35 departments are rated internationally
or nationally 'excellent'.
Its size and international reputation enables the University to offer one of the
widest ranges of academic courses in the UK. During the current academic year
over 32,241 students are attached to 700 different first-degree programmes and
474 postgraduate degree programmes. A further 26,544 men and women are enrolled
on short courses with the University.
In almost a century of teaching, the University has played a leading part in the
development of modern higher education in this country. As well as continually
strengthening core academic disciplines (Leeds has more undergraduates studying
languages and physical sciences than any other UK institution), the University
has also developed distinctive areas of specialist expertise in rarer subjects
such as Colour Chemistry and Fire Science.
By making the use of the latest technologies and with its teaching supported by
such a strong and diverse research base, the University is able to offer a wide
choice of interdisciplinary degrees including unusual subject combinations such
as music and electronic engineering and Japanese with linguistics.
 Leeds is now among the top ten universities for research in the UK and is
internationally acknowledged as a centre of excellence in a wide range of
academic and professional disciplines. Its broad research and skills base and
superb facilities attract interest from major multinationals and small local
businesses alike. Many of its research initiatives cross traditional subject
boundaries and Leeds currently promotes projects through 58 inter-disciplinary
centres and seven research schools.
They invest their own resources in helping organisations turn university
research into world-class products and services. From textile industries'
invention of the permanent wave for Wella in the 1930s to the development, in
the 1990s, of alarms using 'directional sound' to guide people to emergency
exits, the University has always been at the forefront of innovation.
The University places a high value on providing its students with a fulfilling
education in their chosen discipline. But, in addition to giving all
undergraduates a solid academic foundation, the university also offers practical
career advice and support so that graduates can use the knowledge and skills
they acquire at Leeds to make the most of opportunities that life presents...
ACCOMMODATION :
Adapting to life in a new country can be both exciting and challenging. Finding
somewhere to live where you feel comfortable, will help you settle in quickly.
Leeds has plenty of
accommodation for students, representing good value for money and reflecting the
fact that Leeds has a lower cost of living than London and much of the south of
England.
They guarantee you a
place in their accommodation for the year if you apply by the stated deadlines
and you are:
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a first year
undergraduate
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an international
undergraduate (i.e. you pay fees at the international rate). You are guaranteed
a place in otheir accommodation until you finish your course, provided you apply by
the stated deadlines (usually March).
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an undergraduate
exchange student
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an international
postgraduate student (i.e. you pay fees at the international rate) and you are
new to Leeds
 Some students opt to live in private sector housing, this offers you flexibility
on location and room numbers. This choice is useful with families who can't find
places in the university family homes. Within the city of Leeds is a registered
charity called Unipol Student Housing, which serve all the students of Leeds
ensuring houses which are advertised for rent by them, adhere to a basic level
of safety.
STUDENT SUPPORT &
ADVICE :
Studying abroad is both exciting and challenging. They have over a century of
experience of welcoming students onto their courses. This gives us a deep
understanding of the pressures you will face. That is why they have an extensive
support network in place for international students.
From the moment you
accept an offer and throughout the duration of your studies, they offer a range
of specialist services to make your time at Leeds enjoyable and worry-free.
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