Leeds University (The University of Leeds), one of the top 100 universities in the world and the top university in Britain. He is a founding member of the "Russell University Group", a famous British university alliance, one of the six "Red Brick Universities", a member of the World University Alliance, a member of the White Rose University Alliance, a member of the N8 University Alliance, and one of the 12 elite universities in the UK. Its school history can be traced back to 1831. So far, it has cultivated 6 Nobel Prize winners and many famous alumni, including John Tolkien.

On July 14, 2011, according to the data released by the British Higher Education Foundation Committee, Leeds University was listed as one of the 12 elite universities in the UK. These 12 universities are Oxford University, Cambridge University, Bristol University, Durham University University of Manchester , Warwick University, Leeds University, Birmingham University, Nottingham University, Sheffield University University of Southampton University of Exeter. Telegraph, the Daily Telegraph, calls these universities "Ivy League schools" in the UK.

Leeds University can award various degrees such as bachelor's degree, master's degree and doctor's degree. It also provides undergraduate preparatory and master's preparatory courses to help international students better connect with professional courses. Leeds University has a complete range of majors, with research and teaching covering most social and natural science fields. At present, Leeds University has provided more than 700 different courses, including engineering, science, medicine, business, education, law, language, humanities, art and many other interdisciplinary subjects.

The University of Leeds covers an area of about 1230 acres, and the main campus covers an area of about 98 acres. The school buildings combine Gothic, Renaissance, Fauvism and post-modernism styles, adding a variety of historical colors. The school is about 1.6km away from the center of Leeds, and it is very convenient to walk from the Headingley to the school. In addition to the main campus, Leeds University also has a satellite campus, located in Wakefield.

The art and design major of Leeds University ranks fifth in the UK in The complete university guide (CUG) Art&Design League Table 2020. The transportation discipline ranks first in the UK and seventh in the world. The Center for Translation Studies at the University of Leeds is one of the eight top translation colleges in the world and one of the oldest senior translation departments in the UK. The Master of Conference Interpretation is one of the top three conference interpreting majors in the UK, ranking top 3 in the UK.

Leeds University Business School is the world's top business school with three major international certifications, namely AACSB, EQUIS and AMBA. Accounting and finance, international business, marketing, comprehensive strength of business, and undergraduate enrollment rate of business school are both ranked first in the UK, third in the UK, fourth in the UK. According to the 2014 UK official REF ranking, the business research strength of Leeds University Business School ranks 9th in the UK. Accounting and finance ranked first in the UK, international business ranked first in the UK, management ranked eighth in the UK and 36th in the world, and business ranked fourth in the UK. In 2020, the Guardian UK ranked No. 1 in accounting and finance at the University of Leeds.

Leeds University World Ranking

The 24th in the 2024 Thames University Guide

27th in the Guardian University Guide in 2024

In 2024, QS World University ranked 75th. In the 2024 QS 2024 European University Ranking, Leeds University ranked 15th among 690 European universities.

In 2024, Thames Higher Education World University ranked 129th

Ranking 151-200 in academic ranking of world universities in 2023

World University Ranking of Times Higher Education in 2024

Leeds University ranked 129th in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings in 2024.

Leeds ranks among the world's top 125 in business and economics disciplines.

In 2023, QS World University ranked 86th and QS Sustainable Development ranked 55th; Ranked 52nd in graduates' employability

In 2023, QS WUR World Ranking: Art, Humanities, Art and Design ranked 44, Building Environment ranked 36, Media ranked 23, Civil Engineering ranked 49

The School of Communication at the University of Leeds is one of the famous media schools in the UK. Its media major ranks third in the UK and 23rd in the world. Many outstanding graduates have entered the BBC, CCTV and other famous media. A survey conducted by LinkedIn in 2014 showed that the best academic way to become a media person is to study at the Communication School of Leeds University.

scholarship : A large number of scholarships have been provided for undergraduates and masters.

One year cost in 2023 : 20750 pounds/year for undergraduate courses in art and design, 27500 pounds/year for 2023; Postgraduate student of fashion design 22250 pounds/year; Master of Fine Arts 22250 pounds per year. Language requirements: IELTS 6 points, no less than 5.5 points.

Accommodation: The dormitories on campus of Leeds University are divided into dormitory buildings and self catering apartments. Accommodation costs 80 to 190 pounds per week. The University of Leeds also has more than 160 units for family accommodation. Leeds University Ensure that all freshmen and international students of single universities/research institutes have dormitories to live in, But you need to contact the school in advance. The deadline for undergraduate students to contact is July 1 of each year, and the deadline for graduate students to contact is September 1 of each year.

University of Leeds, UK:

In addition to the University of London, Leeds University has the largest number of full-time students in the UK, offering more than 700 university degrees and nearly 500 graduate degrees, emphasizing cross disciplinary integration. Leeds University has schools of literature, law, business, science, engineering, society, education, health, dentistry, and medicine; Popular courses include business management, advertising and marketing, international marketing management, human resources management, management, international enterprises, international finance, financial finance, accounting and finance, economic finance, communication research, international communication, international news, interpretation and translation, narration translation, English literature, drama, psychology, linguistics, history, culture, art, law, music, international relations International politics and economics, sociology, public policy, English teaching, education, special education, mathematics, physics, chemistry, information, computer, multimedia, design, environment, geology, nanotechnology, food science, biochemistry and microbiology, sports science, biomedicine, transportation research, electronic communication, civil engineering, materials, textile, aerospace, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, automotive engineering Color chemistry, medicine, dental surgery, hospital management, public health, health care, etc.

Undergraduate art major ：

Art and design, film and photography, fashion design, fashion marketing, pure art, graphic and communication design, art history, performance design, textile design, drama and performance;

Graduate Art ：

Advertising and design, film and photography, design, pure art, art history;

Art and Design

The length of schooling is 3 years. Students who have achieved good results in creative courses in their undergraduate transcripts have an advantage in applying. In the first year of undergraduate study, I mainly studied the history of art and design, as well as the knowledge of culture and technology; The second year of undergraduate will learn some core courses and begin to practice in the studio; In the third year, students need to make a paper survey report and report presentation on art and design topics.

Film and Photography

The length of schooling is three years. Students of this major mainly study the latest development, management and marketing of design and technology in today's environment, as well as the current and future social, cultural, market and economic conditions. In the first year, students will develop their practical ability and theoretical skills in photography, editing and typesetting by learning core courses; In the second year, students develop their unique photography skills and methods by learning short film production, photography works and some professional works; In the third year, students will learn more about digital photos, documentary theory, film archiving, etc. The school is well equipped and can basically meet the needs of students. There are media laboratories, cinemas, television studios and news studios in the art building. In sophomore or junior year, students will have the opportunity to study or work abroad for one year.

Fashion Design

The clothing design major of Leeds University has been founded for many years. Although it is not an authoritative professional design college, alumni are also active in the fashion circle around the world. In addition to learning professional design knowledge, there are also courses such as art history and design theory; Graduation thesis is required for junior year. The sophomore or junior school will provide internship opportunities, and many excellent students will get offers during the internship.

Fashion Marketing

The city of Leeds itself is the center of the UK, and its superior geographical conditions provide students who study fashion marketing with an opportunity to show their ambitions. To apply for this major, applicants need to obtain a grade of no less than A in all creative courses and professional courses of the undergraduate course. In school, I will learn fashion style and communication, art and design history, theory, fashion trend prediction and other courses. After sophomore year, there will be opportunities to study abroad. Students who want to obtain employment experience will also have the opportunity to practice abroad for one year, and the school will give some sponsorship.

pure art

Applicants need to submit 12 digital photos, which is the collection of works to be reviewed. The length of schooling is 3 years. The pure art major of Leeds University enjoys a high reputation in the UK and has cultivated many artists. The content of pure art includes photography, film production, etc., which requires students to have a wide range of knowledge in all aspects. So on the one hand, the school hopes that students can learn more theoretical knowledge, on the other hand, it also encourages students to find the direction they are interested in as soon as possible, and then develop special projects. After freshman year, many students' works can be exhibited in museums, galleries and other places. Students majoring in pure art have a wide range of employment, including painters, photographers, writers, and people from all walks of life. Graduate applicants need to submit a research application (about 1000 words) and a collection of works, which contains 15 pictures, all of which are recent works. The length of schooling is one year.

Graphic and communication design

The length of schooling of Graphic Design and Communication Design is three years, mainly studying some essentials of graphic design and how to make design more effective in communication. I will study graphic design, communication theory, and drawing foundation in my freshman year; In the second year, I will learn digital design, marketing creativity and innovation; When I was a junior, I studied some elective courses of graphic design and communication, and started my graduation thesis at the same time.

Art history

As the name implies, this is a relatively academic profession, which needs to learn nearly 2000 years of art history. The length of schooling is three years. The main teaching methods are seminars, lectures, studio professors, etc. The main assessment methods are classroom assignments, papers, examinations, and of course, the most important graduation thesis. Students will have the opportunity to study abroad for a year after their sophomore year. Of course, if you want to accumulate some work experience in college, Leeds University can provide such an opportunity: the university will sponsor you to go out for an internship for a year. Art history has a scholarship budget of 2 million pounds a year. Full time graduate students have one year of schooling and part-time graduate students have two years of schooling. Usually, the performance evaluation method is to write a paper with 4000 to 6000 words. The part-time postgraduate applicants need to submit a research application (about 1000 words) and a collection of works, which contains 15 pictures, all of which are recent works.

Performance Design

Course arrangement: three full time; The four-year program includes one-year internship or overseas study tours

Students of the performance design course will explore the perspective principle and performance practice. Through the interactive application of clothing, props, space and light elements, the course will lead students to explore the design and application of innovative technologies in performance.

Design plays a decisive role in the audience experience, so the focus of the discipline is on the design involved in the actual performance. The school trains students to explore the potential of image-based performance design, which is suitable for students interested in design, directing and performance. One year off campus internship and overseas study tours are also an important part of the course.

Textile Design

The school has a good learning and research atmosphere, and the curriculum explores the creativity of students in textile design. All teachers are experts in the design field. The school curriculum has a variety of forms, including large lectures, small seminars, individual tutors and group discussions.

Drama and Performance

Course arrangement: three full time

Drama and performance majors provide students with opportunities for creative growth. Through three years of study, students will completely change their views on drama and performance majors. If you are interested in street theater, live art, body drama, musicals or dance, you can apply for the major of drama performance to develop your love for drama performance into professional ability.

Advertising and Design

Applicants should preferably graduate from advertising and design related majors with an IELTS score of at least 6.5 (no less than 6.0 in a single subject). Postgraduates are full-time for one year, and their main courses include visual communication, persuasion, integrated communication, business school's innovation direction project, market strategy, advertising, and media policy.

Film and Photography

Applicants should have relevant professional knowledge and bachelor's degree, and their personal ability and work experience will be fully considered in the interview. Applicants whose mother tongue is not English are required to have an IELTS score of at least 6.5 (no less than 6.0 in a single subject); TOEFL score is at least 92 (listening>21, reading>21, speaking>23, writing>22). The applicant should also submit a personal statement of about 500 words, indicating relevant academic and professional experience, and the reasons for applying for the major. Film and photography major has two core courses: film art and photography; Contemporary photography culture.

Design

Applicants shall have an IELTS score of not less than 6.5 and a single subject score of not less than 6.0. The length of schooling is one year. It is necessary to submit a collection of works, which must be related to your undergraduate education or work experience. The length of schooling is one year. The advantage of graduates of this major is that they have a wide range of knowledge, and have an understanding of design, marketing, management and basic production. Students can choose their favorite direction to develop well, such as fashion design, graphic design, marketing, textile printing design, etc. There are four different degrees in the graduate design major of Leeds University, and the content of the MA degree is more theoretical. It needs to do projects, make reports, and write graduation papers. MSc master applicants must be bachelor of science graduates.

pure art

Full time/part-time

Applicants have to submit 12 digital photos, which is the collection of works to be reviewed. The length of schooling is 3 years. The pure art major of Leeds University is very famous in the UK, which cultivates many artists. Pure art has a wide range of things to learn, such as photography, film production, etc., so the school hopes that students can learn more knowledge, on the other hand, encourage students to find their own interesting direction as soon as possible, and then develop special projects. After freshman year, many students' works have been exhibited in museums, galleries and other places. Students majoring in pure art have a wide range of employment, including painters, photographers, authors, and people from all walks of life. Graduate applicants need to submit a research application (about 1000 words) and a collection of works, which contains 15 pictures, all of which are recent works. The length of schooling is one year.

Art history

As its name implies, it is a relatively academic major, and needs to learn nearly 2000 years of art history. The length of schooling is three years. The main teaching methods are seminars, lectures, studio professors, etc. The main assessment methods are classroom assignments, papers, examinations, and of course, the most important graduation thesis. Students will have the opportunity to study abroad for a year after their sophomore year. Of course, if you want to work after graduation and hope to accumulate some work experience during college, Leeds University can provide such an opportunity. The university will sponsor you to go out for a year of internship. Art history has 2 million pounds a year to pay for scholarships. Full time graduate students have one year of schooling and part-time graduate students have two years of schooling. Usually, the performance evaluation method is to write a paper with 4000 to 6000 words. The part-time postgraduate applicants need to submit a research application (about 1000 words) and a collection of works, which contains 15 pictures, all of which are recent works.

undergraduate

University of Leeds undergraduate art admission conditions:

closing date

General: January 15

Application requirements

Language requirements: IELTS 6.0, single item 5.5

You need to submit transcripts, language scores, portfolios, personal statements and letters of recommendation online. There is an interview.

graduate student

University of Leeds Postgraduate Art Admission Conditions:

closing date

Rolling，5.31

Application requirements

Language requirements: IELTS 6.5, single 6.0

You need to submit transcripts, language scores, portfolios, study plans, personal statements, resumes and letters of recommendation online. There is an interview.

undergraduate

University of Leeds Requirements for undergraduate overseas work collection:

You need to submit Portfolio:

1. Electronic link or pdf format folder.

2. The folder will prove the research, design idea and final personal statement of each project.

3. If any team work is included, the applicant must clearly state what the individual's role in the project is.

graduate student

University of Leeds Postgraduate art collection requirements:

You need to submit Portfolio:

1. Electronic link or pdf format folder.

2. The folder will prove the research, design idea and final personal statement of each project.

3. If any team work is included, the applicant must clearly state what the individual's role in the project is.

Leeds University Application Guide:

Application conditions: Graduate students will not accept applications from graduates of any two colleges in China. The average score of domestic 211 and 985 schools must reach 80%, and the average score of other schools must reach 85%. In recent years, the requirements for Chinese students have become higher, the enrollment rate has decreased, and some majors have been filled early. Language classes are popular with students, and the application deadline is early.

University Profile: Located in Leeds, Leeds University is one of the 10 most prestigious, largest and best research universities in the UK. The school has always been committed to the study of the relationship between science and industry, and has committed its research results to the development of Leeds. Leeds University is world-renowned for its education and achievements. Many colleges are at the top of the UK university rankings and have won sponsorship from many enterprises, so they are very popular with students and parents in the UK.