Leeds Beckett University

Chat to a student:

Prospective Leeds Beckett students can now get a first-hand perspective of life at the university thanks to a new scheme allowing them to chat to current students. They will be happy to discuss courses, facilities and student life in the bustling city of Leeds to give a true idea of what Leeds Beckett life is like.

Virtual Open Day:

For international students, it is not always possible to travel to university open days to see where they will study in person. Leeds Beckett University has now launched a virtual open day, allowing students to explore the entire campuses from the comfort of their own homes via a computer or mobile. This allows students to see where they could be studying, viewing course facilities, accommodation and the library, as well as taking a tour of Leeds city centre.

Leeds Beckett University has been awarded Silver Status in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF). This is a nationally-recognised mark of quality for the education offered to students at the University.

The nationwide Teaching Excellence Framework was introduced by the UK government to evaluate the quality of the undergraduate student experience, recognising excellent learning and teaching in universities. The award of silver to Leeds Beckett recognises ‘the excellent outcomes for the University’s majority mode full-time students with regard to retention and progression to employment and further study’.

The University was praised for:

• Its course design and assessment practices which enable students to develop transferable and professional skills.
• The opportunities it creates for students to engage with professional practice through live project briefs and placements.
• Its strategic focus on developing physical and digital learning resources.
• Its institutional culture that facilitates, recognises and rewards excellent teaching, through high quality support for new tutors, systematic observation of teaching and a comprehensive development programme.

Leeds Beckett University offers a wide range of English language, university preparation, undergraduate and postgraduate courses. The University’s programmes focuses on making the students more attractive to future employers and can make a real difference to their future careers.

English and University preparation courses

Leeds Beckett has a range of courses that will help students to improve their qualifications and English language ability, most of which are accredited by the British Council.

International Foundation Year

For students without English as a first language, this international foundation year gives students the necessary English language ability and subject-specific knowledge to study an undergraduate degree within UK higher education.

10 week pre-sessional

Successful completion of this course will meet the English language requirement of Leeds Beckett University for courses requiring IELTS 6.0 or 6.5, so students will not need to take an additional IELTS test.

Undergraduate degrees (BA, BSc, BEng, LLB)

Examples of this type of course include:

• BA Architecture
• BA Business & Management
• BA Accounting & Finance
• BSc Adult Nursing
• BSc Biomedical Sciences
• BA Sport Business Management
• BA Filmmaking
• LLB Law
• BEng Civil Engineering

And many more across various subject areas.

Postgraduate taught degrees (MBA, MA, MSc, MEng)

Examples of this type of course include:

• MA International Business
• MSc Accounting and Finance
• MBA
• MSc Information & Technology
• MSc Physiotherapy (Pre-registration)
• MA International Political Economy
• MEng Computer Science

And many more across various subject areas.

Postgraduate research degrees

Students should consider this type of course if they would like to further improve their knowledge of a specific area, or would like to enhance their career prospects in a particular discipline.

Entry requirements vary from course to course. Please refer to the course listing on our Online Prospectus.

English language requirements

If the student’s first language is not English, then they would need to submit evidence of their English language ability. This is an important requirement and is essential if they are applying for a Tier 4 Student Visa. The most common qualification the University accepts is an IELTS but Pearsons and TOEFL are also widely accepted English language qualifications.

The following are the required scores for the tests (these may vary by course applied to):

• IELTS: 6.0 with no skill below 5.5
• Pearsons - PTE Academic: Total of 56 to 60 (minimum of 51 in all components)
• ESOL Skills for Life: Level 1 (pass in all four components)
• TOEFL iBT: Total of 79 to 89 minimum for reading (18), listening (17) and speaking (20)

Read more here…

Leeds Beckett University really values the diversity that international students bring to the institution and are delighted to be able to offer a variety of scholarships to eligible students. Find out more on the Leeds Beckett International Scholarships page.

Alumni discount

A 10% discount of the tuition fees for the first year of study is available to Leeds Beckett graduates who register for postgraduate study. For eligibility criteria please read the Alumni discount terms and conditions.

Fee status

Leeds Beckett course tuition fees vary according to the student’s fee status.

Students from an EU country may be eligible to pay Home/EU fees. Students from outside the EU may be required to pay Overseas fees. Please contact the University with any fee status queries.

Loans for EU students

Students from within the EU can apply for a student loan to cover the cost of tuition fees for the full duration of their course. Read more here…

The University’s facilities include:

24/7 library

The University’s libraries are open 24-hours a day, throughout the year. Students can borrow laptops and camera equipment, print and photocopy, book a presentation room or attend free Skills for Learning workshops.

Computing laboratories

From designing the latest computer games to developing innovative programmes and software, students will have all the technology they need to create new websites, mobile apps, 3D animation and more.

Clinical Skills Suite

The state-of-the-art Clinical Skills Suite has been designed to meet the learning needs of a variety of health professionals, with specialist equipment in purpose-built rooms enabling a variety of sessions to be carried out in a suitable and safe environment.

Biomedical Science Laboratories

This modern, purpose built, multidisciplinary space contains a range of the latest scientific testing equipment, walk-in cold and warm rooms and state-of-the-art IT and AV facilities.

Film studios, Production Offices and Edit Suites

Northern Film School gives students access to the latest production and editing software, so they can create and develop films, work with performers and bring ideas to life.

Music Studios

Leeds Beckett’s specialist music studios will give students the tools to write, produce and record music the way they want – it's an opportunity to hit the right notes in mixing their own tunes for music, games audio and TV.

Sports facilities

Carnegie Sports Centre offers an extensive range of high quality sport and fitness facilities including tennis courts, fitness suites and a running track.

Performing arts

The performing arts facilities include black box rehearsal and performance studios, equipped with theatre lighting and sound systems, and access to professional dance studios at Northern Ballet’s newly built Centre of Dance.