Language of instruction
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 Semester | Host Semester | Dates |
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 (Spring) | January–June |
| Semester 2 | Semester 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)
Extended Deadline: 28 Nov 2024 (for exchange in Sem 2, 2025)
Student testimonials
- B Business Management / ScienceSemester 1, 2024
Living in another country and seeing such different sides of the world has been eye-opening.
- B Commerce/LawsSemester 2, 2019
Exchange will be the best time of your life. Leave no stone unturned.
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.
Ensure you search for the correct level of courses - see "Additional Academic Information" below for more detail.
Crosscheck the courses you found in the host course catalogue with the Credit Precedent Database to see if UQ credit has previously been granted. The database should be used as a general guide only. Few courses from each host will be in the database and many course precedents in the database may have expired. Note, the credit precedent database does not replace the host course catalogue. If a course is not listed in the CPD, you can still ask for it to be assessed on your study plan.
Study areas taught in English
Academic restrictions
Additional academic information
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)
Extended Deadline: 28 Nov 2024 (for exchange in Sem 2, 2025)
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)
Extended Deadline: 28 Nov 2024 (for exchange in Sem 2, 2025)
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)
Extended Deadline: 28 Nov 2024 (for exchange in Sem 2, 2025)