University of Leeds

Leeds
United Kingdom

Language of instruction

English

   Generally available as a second or third preference.

The University of Leeds is a world top 100 university and is renowned globally for the quality of its teaching and research. Founded in 1904, the university's history dates back well over a century and its campus buildings are a mix of gothic revival, art deco, brutalist and postmodern architecture.

Leeds is a large, affordable and multicultural city, surrounded by easily accessible countryside and just two hours by train from London. The city centre has over 300 bars and restaurants, 16 galleries and museums and four major theatres.

Semester dates

UQ SemesterHost SemesterDates
Semester 1Semester 2 (Spring)January–June
Semester 2Semester 1 (Autumn)September–January

View the University of Leeds' academic calendar.

Guides and additional information

Leeds has online resources to help get the most out of your exchange:

Leeds Information Session

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Exchange deadlines

Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1:
Open: 24 April (for Semester 1 of the following year)
Close: 31 May (for Semester 1 of the following year)

Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2:
Open: 24 September (for Semester 2 of the following year)
Close: 31 October (for Semester 2 of the following year)

Student testimonials

  • B Journalism
    Semester 2, 2019
    It is so difficult to choose a highlight because all of the experiences were just incredible.
  • B Biomedical Science
    Semester 2, 2019
    Trust me, you’ll never want to come home.
  • B Commerce and Mathematics
    Semester 1, 2019
    Being open to new ideas in my time away has rewarded me with the best 6 months of my life that I will always remember.

Full-time study load

60 credits at the University of Leeds is equivalent to 8 UQ units.

Host university requirements

GPA
You will need a minimum cumulative GPA of 4.5 to study at Leeds.

Study Options
Not applicable to this university (for UQ application purposes). You can choose courses from any of the faculties at Leeds which are open to exchange students, however, there are numerous course restrictions outlined below.

Semester Restrictions
Students wishing to study for a full year must commence their exchange in UQ Semester 2. 

Other Restrictions
For students on exchange in UQ semester 2, Leeds cannot produce your official transcript until July in the following year (even if you finish your studies at Leeds in January). Provisional exam results will be emailed to UQ in late February in the following year and official transcripts will be posted to UQ in August the following year for credit transfer processes. It should be noted that if you go on exchange to Leeds in your final year, it will delay your UQ graduation.

Note: Host university eligibility criteria are at the discretion of the host and may change without notice.  

Find courses

Please read over "What can I study" to understand the modules exchange studnets are able to study at Leeds.

Search the Leeds course catalogue if courses do not appear in the database.

Ensure you search for the correct level of courses - see "Additional Academic Information" below for more detail.

Search the Credit Precedent Database to find courses offered by your host university that have been previously approved for credit at UQ. The database should be used as a general guide only. 
You must still check the host university course catalogue to see if courses from the Credit Precedent Database are still on offer and in the correct semester of your exchange.

Study areas taught in English

Undergraduate
Aerospace engineering
Art history
Biological sciences
Biomedical science
Business administration
Chemical engineering
Chemistry and biochemistry
Chinese
Civil engineering
Classical languages
Communication, digital media and PR
Computer science
Criminology
Drama
Earth and Geographical Sciences
Economics
Electrical engineering
English literature
Environmental studies
Exercise science
Film, TV and media
Food science
French
German
History and ancient history
Information technology
International business
International relations
Italian
Japanese
Korean
Law
Leadership and Management
Linguistics
Marketing
Mathematics and statistics
Mechanical engineering
Microbiology
Music
Nutrition science
Peace and conflict studies
Philosophy
Physics
Political science
Psychology
Public policy
Religion
Russian
Sociology
Spanish
Writing

Exchange deadlines

Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1:
Open: 24 April (for Semester 1 of the following year)
Close: 31 May (for Semester 1 of the following year)

Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2:
Open: 24 September (for Semester 2 of the following year)
Close: 31 October (for Semester 2 of the following year)

Accommodation

Students who have accepted their offer from Leeds and wish to be allocated a place in university housing must apply directly to the Leeds accommodation office by the relevant deadline. Students who comply with requirements will be guaranteed university accommodation. 

Cost of living

Leeds University Union provides guidance about the typical cost of living for students in Leeds, including information on the cost of private rented accommodation and utility bills.

The Which? Student Budget Calculator is also a useful tool to help you create a budget and manage your finances while studying in the UK.

Financial support

A range of funding for student exchange including scholarships, grants and loans are available to UQ students.  

Students studying at Leeds can apply for a scholarship through BUTEX. BUTEX offers a number of £500 scholarships to students studying on exchange at member institutions.

Insurance

Students approved to participate in a Semester-based Exchange are automatically covered by UQ’s Travel Insurance for the country of their host university only.

For more information, read the Student Travel Insurance Policy Summary on UQ’s Travel Insurance web page (login required).

If you plan to travel outside of your host country, you should purchase additional insurance.

Students studying for less than 6 months should refer to Leeds' Health advice for international students. Students studying in the UK for longer than 6 months are entitled to benefit from the National Health Service. 

Exchange deadlines

Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1:
Open: 24 April (for Semester 1 of the following year)
Close: 31 May (for Semester 1 of the following year)

Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2:
Open: 24 September (for Semester 2 of the following year)
Close: 31 October (for Semester 2 of the following year)

Organise your visa

It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct visa for the country where you will be studying. As the Global Experiences team is not a visa-issuing authority we cannot provide visa advice.

Leeds provides visa and immigration information for incoming exchange students.

Contact the British High Commission for more visa information.

Travel risk levels

The University of Queensland cannot and does not allow students to travel to any country with a risk level of 3 (Reconsider your need to travel) or above, as assessed by the Australian Government.

If a country's risk level changes to 3 or above, experiences to that country are suspended until the risk level improves.

Find out the risk level and travel advice, and sign up to receive updates for your host country on the Smartraveller website.

Exchange deadlines

Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1:
Open: 24 April (for Semester 1 of the following year)
Close: 31 May (for Semester 1 of the following year)

Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2:
Open: 24 September (for Semester 2 of the following year)
Close: 31 October (for Semester 2 of the following year)